MGMT 8148 Corporate Innovation, Structures and Methods
Innovation is imperative in the dynamic landscape of contemporary corporations. Forward-thinking managers understand that a strategy for innovation must be an integral part of an organizations primary operation in order to remain competitive. This course examines the innovation function within corporations and the vital role that innovation plays in addressing a number of critical strategic objectives within an enterprise. The curriculum is segmented into two halves. The first half will focus on planning and will include innovation strategy, objectives, time horizons, stakeholders, process and metrics & reporting. The second half will focus on execution and will cover implementation options including research partnerships, startup ecosystem engagement, incubator & accelerator programs and direct investment through corporate venture capital. Finally, we will perform quantitative & financial analysis on all stages of corporate innovation planning and implementation. This will include development of quantitative models for market sizing, opportunity analysis, budgeting, pricing/margin analysis, revenue forecasting and return on investment (ROI). THIS IS A STEM-DESIGNATED COURSE
Course overview
- Department
- Management and Organization
- School
- CSOM
- Credits
- 3
- Level
- Graduate
Course evaluations
- Course rating
- 3.43 / 5 · Good
- Instructor rating
- 3.60 / 5 · Very Good
- Terms evaluated
- 2
| Term | Instructor | Course overall | Instructor overall | Well organized | Clear learning objectives | Intellectually challenging | Helpful assignments | Applicable beyond course | Attendance necessary | Weekly effort | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | Robyn Bolton | 3.8 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 1–3 hrs/week | 26 of 29 |
| Fall 2024 | Thomas Pacelle | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.3 | 3.6 | 3.8 | 3.6 | 4–6 hrs/week | 21 of 25 |