COURSE CONTENT

"Technology Management in Business" Certificate Program consists of three main sections of overview of technology management, activities performed in the technology management processes and methods and technics used in this process. Topics will be discussed using conventional teaching techniques as well as case studies, teamwork, company outings and creative teaching techniques. The detailed content of the program is shown below.

• Overview of Technology Management
• Basic definitions and concepts
• Technology management framework
• Business and environment interaction in technology management
• Commercial perspective in technology management
• Technological perspective in technology management

Technology Management Activities

• Definition
• Selection and approval
• Acquisition
• Use / Benefit
• Protection
• Learning

Methods and Techniques Used in Technology Management Process

• Trends and driving forces analysis
• Technology roadmap
• Content and concept analysis
• Portfolio Analysis
• Patent analysis
• S-curve analysis
• Quantitative decision making methods
• Information management

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Technology, an important resource for gaining  a competitive advantage in all industries,   is necessary to be able to  manage effectively. This course targets the understanding of methods and techniques that can be used to perform technology management activities, by addressing the systematic, holistic and scientific points of view of  technology management. In addition, through case studies and team-work, participants will learn how  to be adapt and apply technology to their company management.