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Managing Innovation and Change (AGRI90094)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville) and Online
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
Semester 2
Overview
Availability | Semester 2 - On Campus Semester 2 - Online |
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Formerly ENST90023
Students will review theories and case studies of innovation and change in agriculture, food and environmental contexts in order to analyse and consider the design, delivery and evaluation of innovation systems. The subject will provide students with an understanding of how and why innovation is generated, as well as the roles of different agents in innovation systems. Students will examine the roles and skills involved in innovation management and analyse case studies of innovation management for improved economic, social and environmental outcomes.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students will have developed:
- An understanding of innovation and change, and its contribution to agrifood and environmental systems
- The skills to review and critique strategies and frameworks for managing innovation and change
- The ability to identify critical elements for design and implementation of innovation and change programs
- Critical reflection skills on the manager role in innovation and change
Generic skills
It is expected students will develop:
- Awareness of and ability to utilise appropriate communication technology and methods for the storage, management and analysis of data
- Highly developed computer-based skills to allow for effective online learning and communication
- Ability to collaborate, exchange ideas and debate across online learning platforms
- Ability to plan, use time effectively and manage small projects
- Appreciation of social and cultural diversity from a regional to a global context
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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AGRI30011 | Innovation Change & Knowledge Transfer | July (On Campus - Dookie) |
12.5 |
Recommended background knowledge
Students must be able to perform word processing, use Excel spreadsheets and have a reasonable understanding of the internet and the University’s Learning Management System (LMS).
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- Essay (1500 words) due in approximately week 6 (30%)
- Case study report (3000 words)due approximately in week 12 (50%)
- Participation in five online discussion Forums throughout the semester (20%)
Hurdle Requirement: Five online discussion Forums are an integral part of this subject. A minimum grade of 50% is required in this component.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2 - On Campus
Coordinator Margaret Ayre Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours The subject is taught using multimedia teaching techniques and is based around business case studies. Attendance at Rural Innovation Research Group events is recommended. Teaching period 23 July 2018 to 21 October 2018 Last self-enrol date 3 August 2018 Census date 31 August 2018 Last date to withdraw without fail 21 September 2018 Assessment period ends 16 November 2018 Semester 2 contact information
- Semester 2 - Online
Coordinator Margaret Ayre Mode of delivery Online Contact hours The subject is taught using multimedia teaching techniques and is based around business case studies. Attendance at Rural Innovation Research Group events is recommended. Teaching period 23 July 2018 to 21 October 2018 Last self-enrol date 3 August 2018 Census date 31 August 2018 Last date to withdraw without fail 21 September 2018 Assessment period ends 16 November 2018 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
144 hours. (It is recommended that students devote 12 hours per week to this subject.)
Additional delivery details
This subject can be taken entirely online via the University’s Learning Management System (LMS), or taken as a multi-modal subject by students who study on campus (please ensure you enrol into the correct version either online or on campus). Students who study on campus should attend a weekly tutorial.
The subject will be open on LMS approximately one week prior to the subject commencement date.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Tidd, J. and J. Bessant (2013) Managing Innovation. Integrating technological, market and organisational change. 5th Edition, Wiley.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Wine Technology and Viticulture Course Master of Agribusiness Course Graduate Diploma in Agribusiness for Veterinarians Course Master of Agricultural Science Course Master of Urban Horticulture Informal specialisation Master of Agricultural Sciences - Elective Subjects Major Education Major Education and Social Change Major Tailored Specialisation Major Education and Social Change Major Tailored Specialisation Major Tailored Specialisation Major Tailored Specialisation Major Tailored Specialisation Major Tailored Specialisation - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Last updated: 3 November 2022