In this set of lectures of Unlocking in the Ivory Tower, we examine innovation.

We consider ideas and questions such as "what is innovation," and patterns that innovation follows. We look at how innovation diffuses or spreads, and how current technology such as the Web, social networks, and social media might affect the adoption of innovative outputs. It's essential that managers understand the context for innovation, and -- in terms of the firm -- the industry, and the country level in creating and managing innovative outputs.

Course Series

This course is included in the following series:

3 CoursesApplied Executive Leadership Courses

  1. Applied Executive Ed: Entrepreneurship
  2. Applied Executive Ed: International Business
  3. Applied Executive Ed: Innovation
Learning Objectives
  • Identify three levels of innovation context.
  • Discover the theory that best explains innovation and industry life-cycles.
  • Discover the meaning of national innovative capacity.
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Prerequisites
Course Complexity: Intermediate

No Advanced Preparation or Prerequisites are needed for this course. However, it is recommended to take the other courses in the series prior to completing this one.

Education Provider Information
Company: Illumeo, Inc., 75 East Santa Clara St., Suite 1215, San Jose, CA 95113
Contact: For more information regarding this course, including complaint and cancellation policies, please contact our offices at (408) 400- 3993 or send an e-mail to .
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Course Syllabus
INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW
  Introduction to Innovation1:20
  Issues in Technology and Strategy7:17
  Patterns of Technological Innovation7:18
  Technology Competition7:47
  Institutions and Innovation4:31
SUPPORTING MATERIALS
  Unlocking the Ivory Tower Chapter 6 - InnovationPDF
REVIEW AND TEST
  REVIEW QUESTIONSquiz
 FINAL EXAMexam