WM951-15 Technology Management
Introductory description
The module provides useful insights to help current and future managers and technologists consider the role of technology plays in supporting current and future business, and how to manage the technology from cradle to grave.
Module aims
The module aims to provide an appreciation of the role that technology plays in business and industry, from both a local and international perspective.
It integrates knowledge and leading edge thinking on the topic and offers insights into how technology is managed in industry, with relevant case studies and simulations to embed the learning.
Outline syllabus
This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.
- Technology definitions & classifications
- Technology strategy
- Technology management frameworks
- Technology tools & techniques, including technology road mapping
- Readiness assessments & competency frameworks
- Case studies
- Simulations
- Managed industrial visit
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- Appraise how technology can best be integrated in pursuit of commercial success and how to influence decision makers when making a case for technology investment
- Critically examine the technological competence of a business
- Assess a business’ technology needs, design an approach for accessing and implementing required technologies
- Evaluate and apply tools & techniques necessary to identify and deliver technological change at an acceptable risk.
Indicative reading list
Schilling, M - Strategic Management of Technological Innovation, McGraw Hill, 6th edition, 2020
Cetindamar, D., Phaal, R., Probert, D. - Technology Management, Activities & Tools, European Institute for Technology and Innovation Management, 2010
View reading list on Talis Aspire
Subject specific skills
technology decision making
technology strategy development & evaluation (incl roadmapping)
technology justification
technology management
Transferable skills
communication skills
team working
adaptability
decision making
critical thinking
problem solving
leadership
creativity & innovation
time management
Study time
| Type | Required | Optional |
|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 22 sessions of 1 hour (15%) | |
| Tutorials | 15 sessions of 1 hour (10%) | |
| External visits | 8 sessions of 1 hour (5%) | |
| Online learning (scheduled sessions) | 15 sessions of 1 hour (10%) | |
| Online learning (independent) | 4 sessions of 5 hours (13%) | 1 session of |
| Assessment | 70 hours (47%) | |
| Total | 150 hours |
Private study description
No private study requirements defined for this module.
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You must pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Assessment group A2
| Weighting | Study time | |
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| Assessed work as specified by department | 100% | 70 hours |
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40% weight: PMA written assignment; One question from a choice of two; 2500 words & 40 hours prep/completion time. Eligible for self-certification (extension). 5% weight: multiple choice quiz; 20 multiple choice questions in 30 minutes; total prep/completion time of 2 hours. Not eligible for self-certification. 25% weight: in module case studies (total 13 hours prep/completion); not eligible for self-certification.
20% weight: Uniformly Secure presentation (10 minutes with total 15 hours prep/completion time); not eligible for self-certification)
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Assessment group R
| Weighting | Study time | |
|---|---|---|
| PMA written assignment | 100% | |
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one question, no choice |
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Feedback on assessment
one consolidated mark out of 100% will be provided on the feedback sheet
Post-requisite modules
If you pass this module, you can take:
- WM974-15 Technology Consultancy
Anti-requisite modules
If you take this module, you cannot also take:
- WM047-10 Service Support Technologies
Courses
This module is Core for:
- Year 1 of TWMS-H1S7 Postgraduate Taught International Technology Management (Full-time)
This module is Optional for:
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EWMS-H1X9 Postgraduate Taught Engineering Business Management (Degree Apprenticeship)
- Year 2 of H1X9 Engineering Business Management (DA)
- Year 2 of H1T3 WMG Engineering Business Management (Part-time)
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EWMS-H1B3 Postgraduate Taught Managing in Technology Based Industries (Degree Apprenticeship)
- Year 2 of H1B4 Managing in Technology Based Industries
- Year 2 of H1B4 Managing in Technology Based Industries
- Year 2 of H1B3 Managing in Technology Based Industries (DA)
- Year 2 of EWMS-H7BJ Postgraduate Taught Supply Chain and Logistics Management (Degree Apprenticeship)