Introductory description

The general aim of this module is to offer a broad perspective on digital transformation and its management. More specifically, the students will: - Explore and unpack digital transformation to understand its implications for businesses in various industries

• Discuss leadership, management, and governance of digital transformation
• Analyse cases

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Module aims

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.

Disruptive innovation
Governance and leadership of digital transformation
The new CIO/CDO roles
Layered modular architecture
Platformization
Technology management
Cypersecurity
Data as core resource

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module, students should be able to:

• -Demonstrate a broad understanding of digital transformation. -Appreciate the important dimensions of leading digital transformation
• -Gain practical experience of applying specific digital transformation concepts to case situations.
• -Demonstrate the ability to think critically about digital transformation. -Develop problem-solving skills. -Develop coherent lines of argument
• -Enhance research skills and the ability to effectively search, gather and utilize information and knowledge.

Indicative reading list

Reading lists can be found in Talis

Subject specific skills

-Gain practical experience of applying specific digital transformation concepts to case situations.

Transferable skills

Enhance research skills and the ability to effectively search, gather and utilize information and knowledge.