WM951-15 Technology Management
Introductory description
The module provides insights and the necessary skills for managers and technologists to consider the role technology plays in supporting current and future business. The module focuses on instilling the knowledge on how to manage technology in organisations from concept to disposal.
Module aims
The module aims to provide an appreciation of the role that technology plays in organisations. Using key management tools, techniques and frameworks, it helps managers and technologist consider ways to integrate technology to gain competitiveness. 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
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
- Critically analyse the business within the wider context through an evidence based approach
- Evaluate the technology competence and needs of a business to identify appropriate technology choices
- Collaboratively apply an approach for managing technology in an organisation
- Demonstrate the application of tools and techniques 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 |
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| Lectures | 10 sessions of 1 hour (7%) |
| Seminars | 20 sessions of 1 hour (13%) |
| Online learning (independent) | 20 sessions of 1 hour (13%) |
| Private study | 40 hours (27%) |
| Assessment | 60 hours (40%) |
| Total | 150 hours |
Private study description
Engaging with module materials
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You do not need to pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Assessment group A8
| Weighting | Study time | Eligible for self-certification | |
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Assessment component |
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| Case Study in Managing Technology | 40% | 24 hours | Yes (extension) |
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Learning activities involve students to work in teams on case studies around challenges in managing technology. The activities include case study analysis, facilitated discussion and group presentations to report on proposed solution(s). The maximum time for the presentation is 15 minutes. Peer adjustment will be used to determine final individual mark. |
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Reassessment component |
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| Case Study on Managing Technology | Yes (extension) | ||
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Individual assessment case study on a technology management challenge. Student submits a report of their analysis of the case study and propose solution(s) on managing technology. The format is a report deck of 6-8 pages (including images, figures or diagrams, tables and explanatory notes ). |
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Assessment component |
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| Written Individual Assignment | 60% | 36 hours | Yes (extension) |
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Written assignment requiring students to critically analyse and present their idea on technology management process using an evidenced-based approach. |
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Reassessment component is the same |
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Feedback on assessment
Written feedback will be provided in a report for all assignments. Feedback for the case studies will be given verbally during the module with written feedback for all in-module components provided in a summary table following all of the face to face part of the module.
Anti-requisite modules
If you take this module, you cannot also take:
- WM047-10 Service Support Technologies
- WM9J3-15 Service Support Technologies
Courses
This module is Core optional for:
- Year 1 of TWMS-H1S4 Postgraduate Taught e-Business Management (Full-time)