Teaching staff

Semester 2
Name: Dr Graciela Corral de Zubielqui

Short Bio:
Dr Graciela Corral de Zubielqui is the Associate Head of Research at the ECIC. She is a lecturer in the postgraduate Project Management and Innovation area in the Entrepreneurship, Commercialisation and Innovation Centre, The University of Adelaide. Her research interests include innovation, knowledge transfer, collaboration activities between industry, government and university, SME performance and impact on regional economic development.

Email: graciela.corraldezubielqui@adelaide.edu.au

Opening intensive:
Thursday 27th and Friday 28th August 2015
9am to 5pm
Nexus10 UB34 Seminar room 3G

Closing intensive:
Tuesday 29th and Wednesday 30th September 2015
9am to 5pm
Napier 210 Tutorial room

An action learning approach is adopted whereby students “learn through doing” through analysis of relevant cases and through interactive and traditional exercises that relate to lecture topics. On completion of this course, students should be able to:

1	Assess firms’ innovative capabilities
2	Develop strategies for managing innovation
3	Identify the best alternatives for a successful innovation process
4	Acquire the appropriate resources to manage the innovation process effectively
5	Describe the impact of innovative networks in the innovation process
6	Recognise the importance of innovation management for the firm’s success

The University’s preferred textbook supplier is Unibooks:http://www.unibooks.com.au/

Text book:
Tidd, J., & Bessant, J. (2012). Managing innovation: integrating technological, market and organizational change.

There is a wide range of material available on the course topics including the following:

1. Cohen, W. and Levinthal, D. (1990) Absorptive Capacity: A new perspective on learning and innovation. Administrative Science Quarterly, 35, 128-152.

2. Gassmann, O., Enkel, E. and Chesbrough, H. (2010) The future of open innovation. R&D Management, 40, 213-221.

3. Gronum, S., Verreynne, M. and Kastelle, T. (2012) The role of networks in small and medium-sized enterprise innovation and firm performance. Journal of Small Business Management, 50, 257-282.
 
4. Lasagni, A. (2012) How Can External Relationships Enhance Innovation in SMEs? New Evidence for Europe. Journal of Small Business Management, 50, 310–339.

5. West, J. and Bogers, M. (2014) Leveraging external sources of innovation: A review of research on open innovation. Journal of Product Innovation Management, 31, 814-831.

6. Zahra, S. A. and George, G. (2002) Absorptive Capacity: A review, reconceptualization, and extension. Academy of Management Review, 27, 185 - 203.


Journals
There is a range of journals where entrepreneurship research scholars publish their research, such as (note that this list is not definitive):
   1. Journal of Small Business Management
   2. Small Business Economics
   3. International Journal of Innovation Management
   4. Technovation


Library Resources
The University of Adelaide’s Barr Smith Library provides a range of learning resources including texts, journals, periodicals, magazines, and access to online databases and information services. It also offers a virtual library which is accessible via the University’s website.  The University Library web page is: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/library/

From this link, you are able to access the Library's electronic resources.

MyUni is the University of Adelaide's online learning environment. It is used to support traditional face-to-face lectures, tutorials and workshops at the University. MyUni provides access to various features including announcements, course materials, discussion boards and assessments for each online course of study (see:https://myuni.adelaide.edu.au)

This course is offered in blended learning mode with the face-to-face component offered as intensives.

As a guide, a 3 unit course comprises a total of 156 hours’ work (this includes face-to-face contact, any online components, and self-directed study).

This is a draft schedule and session dates are a guide only. The timetable may be changed during the course delivery if necessary. 

Intensive day	Content	Readings	Additional Readings
1	Introduction
	The innovation imperative (What it is and Why it Matters)	Chapter 1
	Learning to manage Innovation as a Core Business Process	Chapter 2
	Innovative Organisation and leadership	Chapter 3
2	Developing an Innovation Strategy (considering firms’ characteristics and innovation)	Chapter 4
	Sources of Innovation	Chapter 5	Cohen, W. and Levinthal, D. (1990) Zahra, S. A. and George, G. (2002)
	Innovation Networks	Chapter 6	Gassmann, O., Enkel, E. and Chesbrough, H. (2010) Gronum, S., Verreynne, M. and Kastelle, T. (2012)
	Creating value (exploiting knowledge and IP)		Gronum, S., Verreynne, M. and Kastelle, T. (2012)
3	Decision-making Under Uncertainty	Chapter 7
	Building the Innovation Case (Developing Business plan  / Forecasting innovation/ estimating the Adoption of Innovations/Assessing risk, recognising uncertainty)	Chapter 8
4	Implementing innovation (managing innovative projects)	Chapter 9
	Exploiting Open Innovation and Collaboration	Chapter 10	Gassmann, O., Enkel, E. and Chesbrough, H. (2010)
	Capturing the benefits of innovation and learning from innovation	Chapter 12	West, J. and Bogers, M. (2014)

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An overview of the course assessment appears in the following table. Details appear in the following section:

#	Assessment	Length	Weighting	Due Date	Learning Outcomes
1	Two (2) Multiple Choice and true/false Question Tests	2 x 25 questions	2 x 20% (40% in total)	See MyUni	1, 2 and 3
2	A case Study submissions	Maximum of 800 words / 2 pages per case study	15%	See MyUni	1 and 2
3	CEO from innovative SME’s Interview	Maximum of 3,000 words	35%	See MyUni	1 to 8
4	Course participation through discussion forum		10%	On-going during course time	1-10
	Total		100%

 

Assessment 1:  Two (2) Multiple Choice Question Tests (Individual assessment)
Weighting:       40% (20% each)
Due Dates:       Test 1:  see MyUni
                         Test 2:  see MyUni

Submission Details:     The two tests will be held online. Each test will be completed on an individual basis. The quizzes will be open only for 2 hours at 6pm and you will have one hour to complete the test.

Task:
Read and understand the materials presented during the lectures and the readings. Answer the questions on the question sheet that
will be handed out during class.

Scope:
The first test will assess your knowledge and understanding of the material covered to the first intensive.  The second test will
cover material covered in the second half of the course.

Length and Presentation:
Each test will comprise 25 questions (true/false and multiple choice).
Each test will be of one hour duration.

Criteria by which your assignment will be marked:
· whether your response to a question equates to the most correct answer on the question sheet provided.

Learning objectives with this assessment (refer to section 2.1): 1, 2 and 3.


Assessment 2:  Case study “Design thinking and Innovation at Apple” (Individual assessment)
Weighting:       15%
Due Dates:        see MyUni

Information about the case study will be posted at myuni before the first intensive.

Submission Details:     Online through MyUni

Task:
Read the Case Study and then prepare a response to the questions set for each case. Case studies reinforce understanding of key course concepts and the student’s ability to apply these to practical situations.

Scope:
The cases will assess your knowledge, understanding, and application in practical business situations of the core theories, concepts, drivers, frameworks, entrepreneurial leader and team, and resources that comprise the entrepreneurial process.

Length and Presentation:
Each case write-up should be in the vicinity of 800 words (no more than 2 pages in length). 

Criteria by which your assignment will be marked:
·  Your ability to critically analyse the information presented.
·  Evidence of critical analysis of the issues and concepts.
·  Clarity of expression and good use of language.
·  Structure and sequence of presenting your answers.
·  Overall presentation including correct grammar, spelling, punctuation and referencing.

Learning objectives with this assessment (refer to section 2.1): 1 and 2


Assessment 3: SME’s innovation assessment and CEO Interview (Individual assessment)
Weighting:       35%
Due Date:         see MyUni
Submission Details:     Online through MyUni

Task:
This task will be discussed in detail during the first intensive. You will be required to identify a suitable SME from Adelaide
with more than 5 years in the market. You should organise a meeting with a company manager. Using innovation tools, you will assess the SME’s innovation managing process and produce a written report.

You are to prepare and conduct an interview with this person using questions discussed with the lecturer during the first
intensive. Preparation is crucial if you are to derive maximum benefit from this assessment. Reflect on the responses obtained during the interview, then write up your report. The report should contain a description of the company, a summary of your evaluation, a set of recommendations for the firm and finally a reflexion on what you learned through this exercise.

Scope:
This assignment will assess your understanding of the topic and the correct application of theories, concepts and frameworks and, if appropriate, the effective use of local and international research data to support your analysis and discussion.

Length and Presentation:
3000 words (maximum)
 
Criteria by which your assignment will be marked:
·  Your ability to apply that which has been covered in the course to a real-life situation.
·  The level of detail provided that demonstrates understanding of the key issues and techniques involved in analysing an innovative SME.
·  Evidence of critical analysis of the issues and concepts.
· Clarity of expression and good use of language.
· Logical planning, structure and sequence of presenting your findings.
· Overall presentation including correct grammar, spelling, punctuation and referencing.

Learning objectives with this assessment (refer to section 2.1): 1 to 8.


Assessment 4:  Course participation through discussion forum (Individual assessment)
Weighting:       10%
Due Date:         on-going during course time
Submission Details:     Online through MyUni

Task:
Part of your assessment is based on your participation in the online discussion forum.

Scope:
This assignment will assess your understanding of all course topics.

Length and Presentation:
Participation in online discussions forum.

Criteria by which your assignment will be marked:
·  Actively participate in the online discussion forum.
·  Participate in discussions in a respectful manner.
·  Engage in the discussion forum, ask and answer questions (frequency).
·  The quality of your questions and answers is important.
·  Comments indicate critical thinking, constructive feedback and meaningful inputs to the discussion.

Learning objectives with this assessment (refer to section 2.1): 1-8

All text based assignments must be submitted via MyUni.

Please refer to step by step instructions: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/myuni/tutorials/files/AssignmentStudentSubmission.pdf

There are a few points to note about the submission of assignments:
·   Assignment Submission:  Unless otherwise advised, assignments should not be emailed to the instructor but should be lodged via the MyUni Course site. Note that assignments may be processed via TURNITIN which is an online plagiarism prevention tool.

·   Cover Sheet:  Please submit, separate to your assignment, the completed University of Adelaide Assessment Cover Sheet providing details of yourself and your team members (if applicable), your assignment, the course, date submitted, etc. as well as the declaration signed by you that this is your (your team’s) work.  Note that the declaration on any electronically submitted assignment will be deemed to have the same authority as a signed declaration.

·  Backup Copy of Assignments:  You are advised to keep a copy of your assignments in case the submitted copy goes missing.  Please ensure that all assignment pages are numbered. If your assignment contains confidential information, you should discuss any concerns with the Course Lecturer prior to submission.

·  Extensions of Time:  Any request for an extension of time for the submission of an assignment should be made well before the due date of the assignment to the Course Lecturer.  Normally, extensions will only be granted for a maximum of two weeks
from the original assignment submission date.  Extensions will only be granted in cases of genuine extenuating circumstances and proof, such as a doctor’s certificate, may be required.

·  Failure to submit: Failure to submit an assignment on time or by the agreed extension deadline may result in penalties and may incur a fail grade. Note that a late penalty of 5% of the total available marks for that assessment item will be incurred each day an assignment is handed in late.  Assignments handed in after 14 days from the due submission date will fail even if a 100% mark is granted for the work.

Resubmission & Remarking

Resubmission of an assignment for remarking after reworking it to obtain a better mark will not normally be accepted.  Approval for
resubmission will only be granted on medical or compassionate grounds.