In this course you will learn how to use theories and methods to make predictions of the potential impact of new technology – in general, as well as for a specific application. This will prepare you for the changes that we are facing in society, and also help you take advantage of transformations which are driven by technology.
This course is part of the Value Creation Through Innovation Specialization
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Approx. 32 hours to complete
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
1 hour to complete
Welcome to The Impact of Technology
Welcome to the course! We start with a short introduction module where you will get a general introduction, a description of the overall process we will follow, a historical example and an assignment. You will after this module have a good general overview of the course and knowledge about what you will learn and what to expect.
1 hour to complete
3 videos (Total 24 min)
2 hours to complete
Theory and models - practical use
Relevant theories will help us in estimating the impact of technology. In this module three key innovation theories are included and by the end a more broad perspective is introduced.
2 hours to complete
5 videos (Total 43 min)
5 videos
Dynamics of innovation7m
Diffusion of innovation9m
Disruptive innovation9m
A wider perspective8m
1 practice exercise
Theory and models30m
3 hours to complete
Technology delta and barriers
When estimating the potential impact of a technology, it is essential to understand the technology delta: How much better is the new technology and is this delta significant enough to overcome the barriers to implementation and realise its full potential?
3 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 45 min)
6 videos
The tech delta8m
The hype cycle6m
Megatrends8m
Barriers to change and diffusion7m
Industry transformation8m
1 practice exercise
Technology delta and barriers30m
5 hours to complete
Foresight
Foresight in general, and backcasting in particular, is included in this module. After a general overview this module is built around one interactive sequential backcasting case.
5 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 38 min)
6 videos
Sequential backcasting8m
Sequential backcasting - Debrief 15m
Sequential backcasting case - Debrief 24m
Sequential backcasting case - Debrief 36m
Sequential backcasting - The complete picture4m
1 practice exercise
Foresight30m
3 hours to complete
Value networks
Technologies with a significant impact put existing value networks out of balance. New value networks are emerging around new technologies. This module covers value networks basics and let's you practice how to predict potential new value network roles and structures.
3 hours to complete
5 videos (Total 22 min)
5 videos
Value networks - basics4m
Value network disruption4m
Relationship technology - need5m
Value network prediction3m
1 practice exercise
Value networks30m
Reviews
4.7
TOP REVIEWS FROM THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY
by MANov 17, 2017
You have to be prepared to do a lot of assignments to complete this course. Which is good in a way but the video lectures should have been more elaborate in my opinion.
by JBDec 3, 2016
Good balance between business strategy and foresighting models! Interactive and interesting examples are used throughout the course. Very good!
by ACMay 28, 2019
The Impact of Technology assisted me to explore innovation opportunities in FINTECH, farming and healthcare.\n\nThank you EIT Digital
by HBFeb 15, 2020
exceptionally well thought through and very very practical - I dont think I have done so many assignments since I was in university!
by SSDec 12, 2018
It is an extremely well taught course, recommend more courses like this and on Technology Foresight
by FOOct 14, 2018
this is course that I can recommend for anybody, because it was embedded with knowledge
by DSNov 23, 2018
Well structured course with good case studies and interesting and realistic assignments
by AAMar 5, 2017
The peer graded assignments can be a drag to completion, otherwise an excellent course
by ASSep 16, 2017
Great course! Completely changes my perspective on the impact of new technologies!
by JQFeb 22, 2018
INTERESTING AND FUN COURSE. THANKS TO THE FOLKS WHO WORKED ON THIS PRESENTATION.
by RMJan 7, 2020
This was a very engaging class, that stimulated me to continue on to learn more
by BPOct 3, 2019
Very practical knowledge with a lot of examples and engaging tasks.
About EIT Digital
EIT Digital is a pan-European organization whose mission is to foster digital technology innovation and entrepreneurial talent for economic growth and quality of life. By linking education, research and business, EIT Digital empowers digital top talents for the future.
EIT Digital provides online and blended Innovation and Entrepreneurship education to raise quality, increase diversity and availability of the top-level content provided by 20 leading technical universities around Europe. The universities deliver a unique blend of the best of technical excellence and entrepreneurial skills and mindset to digital engineers and entrepreneurs at all stages of their careers. The academic partners support Coursera’s bold vision to enable anyone, anywhere, to transform their lives by accessing the world’s best learning experience. This means that EIT Digital gradually shares parts of its entrepreneurial and academic education programmes to demonstrate its excellence and make it accessible to a much wider audience. EIT Digital’s online education portfolio can be used as part of blended education settings, in both Master and Doctorate programmes, and for professionals as a way to update their knowledge.
EIT Digital offers an online programme in 'Internet of Things through Embedded Systems'. Achieving all certificates of the online courses and the specialization provides an opportunity to enroll in the on campus program and get a double degree. Please visit https://www.eitdigital.eu/eit-digital-academy/
About the Value Creation Through Innovation Specialization
This specialization covers the basics of Innovation and Entrepreneurship courses in the EIT Digital Master Program. The program aims to educate students and deliver entrepreneurs with the right business skills and sense. UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and KTH Royal Institute of Technology are the academic partners in this Innovation and Entrepreneurship specialization.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Once you enroll for a Certificate, you’ll have access to all videos, quizzes, and programming assignments (if applicable). Peer review assignments can only be submitted and reviewed once your session has begun. If you choose to explore the course without purchasing, you may not be able to access certain assignments.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
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