Innovation 5 ECTS, Spring 2024

In this course, you will learn what it means to forecast the future and how to do it. We will also explore what innovation – and innovating – means in practice, and how to foster innovation in your professional life. You will gain the basic knowledge and skills you need to navigate the innovation process. You will also learn the basics of futures studies and foresight.

Come and explore what innovation means for you, develop your own ability to innovate and gain important professional skills.

All you need to participate is an internet connection and a standard word processing program (Word or similar) on your computer. There are no separate entry-level or competence requirements.

Studies Open University of Applied Sciences
Method of instruction Online course
Study period 01.01.2024-31.05.2024
Schedule and teaching methods Online, independent implementation. The course focuses on the Finnish context.
Registration period 01.12.2023-15.04.2024 klo 23:59:00
Contact person Minna Hautio (firstname.lastname@humak.fi)
General information Contact Open UAS student administration for matters regarding registration, payment, certificates:
avoinamk@humak.fi
tel. +358 29 451 9230

Student:

  • Identifies socially and globally influential streams of change.
  • Is able to apply futures thinking in their own professional working environment.
  • Understands the preconditions, stages and methods of the innovation process.
  • Is able to promote creative, practical problem solving.

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”The teacher was good and the explanations were clear based on good sources and own material.”

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