The objective of the course is to equip the students with concepts, methods and tools needed in innovation management including but not limited to product, service or process development. In particular the track focuses on Innovation Managemen. Emphasizing practical, evidence based techniques, methods and introducing relevant tools and resources, this course provides students with the knowledge base to successfully manage innovation, technology, and new product development. The holistic approach addresses the interplay between the markets, ecosystems, technology, and the organization, while relating the unique skill set required to manage innovation and innovation processes. The course offers also possibility to explore advanced topics including User-centered design (UCD) and User-centered innovation (UCI) as well as Open Innovation (OI).

Innovation Management (main focus)
Open Innovation
User-Centered-Design
User-Centered-Innovation
User Experience

First and Second Year Studies or Basic business studies.

The general criteria of the competences that the Bachelor's Degrees awarded by Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences provide can be found on JAMK's web pages (http://www.jamk.fi/english/forstudents/studyguide). The learning outcomes of individual courses are assessed in relation to the objectives of the course concerned. Assessment is based on knowledge, skills and competence in accordance with the National and European Qualifications Framework, level 6.
- Excellent (5) - The student shows exceptional theoretical knowledge of fundamentals of the subject. The student demonstrates the ability to apply the knowledge to assignments and presentations with excellent written and oral communications skills
- Very Good (4) - The student shows good knowledge of the subject fundamentals and concepts and is able to communicate these in an effective way
- Good (3) The students knowledge covers major parts of concepts and theories related to the subject. The student´s ability to apply the knowledge to assignments shows need for improvement, as well as there is room for improvement in oral and written communication
- Satisfactory (2)- The students knowledge covers restricted part of concepts and theories related to the subject and has deficiencies in showing the ability to apply them in assignments. Communication skills need improvement.
- Sufficient(1) - The student shows only a sufficient understanding of the subject and of relevant theories and methods and fails to show a convincing ability to apply the knowledge to real life situation nor to communicate the concepts in an effective manner.
Here is the class grademap.
Grade Minimum%
5 85
4 75
3 65
2 55
1 45
0 0