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Course Description

This course offers a broad overview of Technology Management, designed to acquaint students with the key issues and dynamic roles technology plays in modern business and society. With a blend of guest lectures from industry leaders, online discussions, and selected readings, students will explore various topics ranging from the basics of managing technological innovation to the ethical considerations within the tech industry. This course aims to empower students with a solid understanding of how technology management shapes our world and prepares them for further study or careers in technology-related fields.

 

Learner Outcomes

  • Articulate core principles of Technology Management, including the strategic integration of technology in business operations and the pivotal role of innovation in achieving competitive advantage.
  • Critically evaluate the influence of cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and the Internet of Things (IoT) on business models, competitive dynamics, and industry evolution.
  • Understand and evaluate the role that start-ups and entrepreneurial ecosystems can play in fostering the development and commercialization of new technology and in driving economic growth.
  • Champion corporate social responsibility and sustainability within the tech sector, recognizing the imperative for ethical stewardship and the long-term benefits of integrating CSR practices.
  • Apply technology management insights to foster innovation, address real-world issues, and enact positive organizational and societal change, preparing them for leadership roles in a technology-driven future.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of how technology management principles can be leveraged to solve real-world problems, lead innovation, and drive positive change.
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Application

Name
TMP Undergrad Certificate Application
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Type
Class
Days
M
Time
6:00PM to 7:50PM
Dates
Sep 30, 2024 to Dec 02, 2024
Campus
UCSB Campus
Building
Psychology
Room
Room 1924
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
18.0
Location
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee credit (2 units) $1,250.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount(s)
Available for Credit
2 units
Instructors
Section Notes

Steps to Enroll

No Class on 11/11/24

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Required Textbook(s):
None
 

No refunds after 10/13/24
A minimum $40 non-refundable administrative fee per course is charged for all drops. See the full Drop Policy here.