2025/2026 KAN-CBIOO1009U Innovation Challenges in BioBusiness
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Innovation Challenges in BioBusiness |
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Language | English |
Course ECTS | 7.5 ECTS |
Type | Mandatory |
Level | Full Degree Master |
Duration | One Quarter |
Start time of the course | Second Quarter |
Timetable | Course schedule will be posted at calendar.cbs.dk |
Study board |
Study Board for Markets & Innovation
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Last updated on 23/06/2025 |
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The course has the following learning objectives:
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This course offers a comprehensive overview of foundational and advanced topics in innovation management, with a focus on the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors. Students will learn about alternative innovation strategies that can be leveraged to achieve competitive advantage. Furthermore, students will gain insights into the key trade-offs and tensions involved in strategic decision-making within the context of innovation. The course is structured around the managerial challenges faced by firms in the biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical equipment sectors. Students will engage in both individual and team-based assignments during class, tackling specific innovation-related challenges.
The course will cover the following topics:
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Research-based teaching | ||||||||||||||||||||||
CBS’ programmes and teaching are research-based. The following
types of research-based knowledge and research-like activities are
included in this course:
Research-based knowledge
Research-like activities
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Teaching includes lecture-style classes, in-class workshops with students presenting and actively participating in discussions around pre-assigned cases and/or exercises, and guest presentations by academics and practitioners. This course will be offered in a blended learning format, both in-class and online. Online sessions can be either pre-recorded or live, or a combination of the two. Preparation before class is of crucial importance. The course integrates the Nordic 9 principles both in the content and the teaching methods. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Feedback is provided through online and in-class quizzes. Additionally, one session is dedicated to a practice exam, during which the lecturer provides detailed feedback. Case studies and related in-class discussions also offer continuous feedback to support students' learning progress. Students are encouraged to make use of office/consultation hours. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Additional literature will be announced in the course syllabus. |