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247-0202-00L 3 Credits WBZ , NDS D-ITET

R&D: The Engine of Innovation

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Christopher Ganz, Prof. Dr. Ulrike Grossner
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:32

Abstract

The inner working of the R&D organization is investigated. Roles and processes are explored.

Objective

This course aims to develop the participants’ ability to articulate a coherent plan for R&D activities linked to a corporation's business needs and to create the environment for an efficient R&D organization.

Content

In most organizations, the R&D organization is substantial to implement the innovation to be brought to the market. In this module, we investigate the inner workings of the R&D organization by exploring roles and processes. Since R&D almost always starts with significant uncertainties and unsolved technical problems, governing R&D has to account for these unknowns. As R&D processes take time, the market environment may change in ways other than predicted at the beginning of a project. Even after the completion of a development, R&D plays an important role in the evolution of the offering.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
WBZ , NDS
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Registration & Places

Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise R&D: The Engine of Innovation
Block course
No time listed 24 h semesterly

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