In this non-degree study programme, the students may choose courses worth up to 50 ECTS credits. Depending on the chosen courses, this programme offers the students knowledge from the viewpoint of global organisation in areas such as purchasing and supply chain management. The studies also introduce tools for the supply chain management and design, deepen the students’ knowledge in logistics and expand their view to product, production process and use of the product from the viewpoint of quality and safety considerations. The non-degree study programme includes also courses in sustainable development, technology management, technology foresight, production management, strategic corporate planning and knowledge management. The courses in this programme are aimed at Master level students with previous studies in the field.
Courses 2011-2012
- Technology Management (5 ECTS)
- Contemporary Topics in Industrial Management (5 ECTS)
- Technology Foresight (5 ECTS)
- Operations Strategy (5 ECTS)
- Project Work in Industrial Management (5 ECTS)
Course Descriptions 2011-2012
TUTA3030 Technology Management
Credits: 5 ECTS
Previous study requirements: Introduction to Product Development and Corporate planning, basic course
Learning outcomes: After the course the student will be able to apply modern theories of strategy for industrial enterprises, especially in small businesses utilizing strategic networking. And he/she will understand widely how the sub strategy starts from the business strategy of the enterprise by utilizing technology and knowledge transfer mechanisms (benchmarking) to be implemented in the core business processes.
Course contents: Technology driven strategies technology and operations management, strategic networking and modern dynamic (qualitative) de¬cision making processes all from the application point of view.
Literature:
- Garton, C. & McCulloch, E.: Fundamentals of Technology Project Management. McPress, 2005.
- Burgelman, R.; Christensen, C.; Wheelwright, S. & Maidique, M.:Strategic Management of Technology and Innovation. 4th ed. McGraw-Hill, 2003.
Teaching: Lectures 16 h and exercises 25 h.
Assessment: According to RBL-process.
Contact person: Josu Takala
Teachers: Josu Takala and Rayko Toshev
Organiser: Industrial Management Unit
Semester: Spring semester
TUTA3060 Contemporary Topics in Industrial Management
Credits: 5 ECTS
Assesment: Written summary from two books (20 pages/book), Approved/failed
Contact person: Josu Takala
Organiser: Industrial Management Unit
Literature:
- Technology management: Bradley, Stephen & Nolan, Richard (1998) Sense and Respond. HBS Press, and. White & Bruton (2006) Managemet of Technology and Innovation. South-Western College Publishing
- Elizabeth Garnsey,James Mc Glade, (2006) Complexity and co-evolution: continuity and change in socio-economic systems, Business&Economy.
- Kawasaki Guy (2004) The Art of the Start: The Time-Tested, Battle-Hardened Guide for Anyone Starting Anything 1ts Edition, Portfolio Hardcover.
- Mckinsey & Company Inc, Koller, Koedhard, Wessels (2010) Valuation: Measuring and Managing the Value of Companies. 5th Edition, Wiley.
- Bartneck Norbert, Klaas, Schönherr (2009) Optimizing Processes with RFID and Auto ID: Fundamentals, Problems and Solutions, Example Applications. Wiley-VHC
- Oshri Ilan (2011) Ofshoring Strategies, Evolving Captive Center Models
- Hilop, D. (2005). Knowledge Management in Organizations: A Critical Introduction. Oxford, UK. Oxford University Press.
Semester: Autumn & Spring semesters
TUTA3110 Technology Foresight
Credits: 5 ECTS
Previous study requirements: Basic courses in Industrial Management
Course objective: To understand the concept of technology progress, how technologies evolve, how technologies compete with each other and how this affects enterprises.
Learning outcomes: After the course students are able to take care of the technology roadmapping process in a company. They will also be able to analyse technology progress and how it affects a company
Contents: Technology roadmapping, Technology trajectories. Disruptive technologies. Emerging technologies. Value chains and technology.
Literature:
- Christensen, Clayton: Innovator’s dilemma, Harvard Business Books, 2003.
- Christensen, Clayton, Anthony, Scott & Roth, Erik: Seeing What`s Next, Harvard Business School Press, 2004.
- Articles
Teaching: Lectures 16 h, exercises 20 h.
Assessment: Exercises.
Contact person: Marja Naaranoja
Teachers: Mikael Ehrs and Marja Naaranoja
Organiser: Industrial Management Unit
Semester: Spring semester
TUTA3080 Operation Strategy
Credits: 5 ECTS
Learning outcomes: After completing this course the student will be able to list major forces that drive corporate competition and name proven strategic management models . During the course student assess various types of industries and determine the position of a company within its business area. Customized Data collection methods are utilized with the help of the virtual learning environment (Moodle). Working in groups, students apply strategy evaluation tools and build hierarchical model for multi criteria decision making. They put into practice in a real case study analytical evaluation tools to classify major business factors, categorize company strategic goals and prepare tailored plan how to reach aspired Strategic type.
Contents: Introduction, Basic theories of strategy, Lean strategies, Technology Management, research methods, e.g. Analytical Hierarchy Process AHP and Strategic networking Strategic Corporate Planning as a scientific problem.
Literature:
- Braun, Ernest. 1998. Technology in Context. Technology assessment for managers. The Management of Technology & Innovation. Routledge, London and New York.
- Markides, Constantinos C.: All the right moves; a guide to crafting breakthrough strategy. Harward Business School Press. Boston. 2000.
- Cantwell, John. (Editor) 2004. Globalization and the Location of Firms. Edward Elgar Publishing Limited UK.
- Doz Yves, Kosonen Mikko 2008. Fast Strategy: How strategic agility will help you stay ahead of the game.
- International Journals, e.g. Harvard Business Review, Research Technology Management, Product Innovation Management, Technology Management etc. A selection of approx. 20 scientific articles within the area.
Teaching: Lectures and tutoring 15 hours and seminars 20 hours. Seminars will be prepared during the course on the basis of real industrial cases and research within the area. Teaching and seminars in English.
Assessment: According to RBL-process, student have to participate at least in presenting the literature reference at the beginning and the final case study report. Course is based on the lectures, seminars, literature references and written assignments. No examination.
Contact person: Josu Takala.
Teacher: Rayko Toshev
Organiser: Industrial Management Unit
Semester: Autumn semester
TUTA3070 Project Work in Industrial Management
Credits: 5 ECTS
Previous study requirements: Bachelor level studies in Industrial Management.
Learning outcomes: The student can solve practical problems by the application of relevant theory and report the results according to the standards of the Industrial Management unit.
Contents: The course can be compiled from a number of elements. 1) the Project Work course can be completed by carrying out project based development work in companies and other organizations. The amount of credits granted for each project varies with the difficulty of the task. The content of each project is to be agreed upon with the relevant teacher. It is possible to carry out project work as a part of a ongoing, wider research project of the Industrial Management unit. 2) A second option is to take part in business games such as the Venture Cup (contact person Josu Takala) or the TIMES consulting competition (Tournament in Management and Engineering Skills) jointly arranged together with the TUTTI Student Society. The winning team of the local elimination rounds will be able to participate in the international ESTIEM semifinals. Participating in a business game will give a maximum of 3 ECTS. We recommend that the course is completed by participation in several different events and projects, combining the different options available to the student.
Assessment: course credit (approved/failed).
Teacher: Marja Naaranoja
Organiser: Industrial Management Unit.
Additional: The Industrial Management Project Work course can be completed around the year, and is not tied a specific course schedule. Introductory lectures are held in the autumn, presenting the course contents and different possible ways of completing the course. The course is not give a grade, only course credit. The course must consist of at least two different part performances. The part performances are added to the student’s credit registry upon completion.
