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AI201400

Innovation and intrapreneurship

Assessments and mandatory activities may be changed until September 20th.

Credits 7.5
Level Intermediate course, level II
Course start Spring 2026
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction English
Location Ålesund
Examination arrangement Aggregate score

About

About the course

Course content

The course gives an introduction to innovation through theory and practical examples. Sustainability is a key aspect in this, but the course will also cover topics such as:

  • Different types of innovation
  • Sources of innovation
  • Innovation strategy and innovation processes
  • Corporate entrepreneurship and innovation networks
  • Innovation and firm performance

Learning outcome

After the completion of the course, students will be able to

  • Explain key theoretical concepts in innovation and intrapreneurship
  • Assess innovation activities of different types of organizations
  • Apply the key theoretical concepts regarding innovation and intrapreneurship to an existing organization
  • Present ideas in a convincing manner
  • Reflect on the different roles one has in group situations

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, open discussions, exercises, group work, guidance and presentations. Lectures will be in English.

The course has mandatory assignments and compulsory work may include mandatory attendance. Details on compulsory work are given at the start of the semester.

Compulsory assignments

  • Mandatory assignment

Further on evaluation

The assessment will be a case analysis and reflection report (individual) counting for 60% of the total grade and a group assignment counting for 40%.

In addition there will be mandatory assignments (both individual and group assignments) throughout the semester. Details will be given at the beginning of the course.

There is no resit exam. The individual mandatory assignments are valid for later exam attempts.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Biomarine Innovation (298BMI)
Marketing, Innovation and Management (359ML)

Course materials

Reading list will be announced at the first lecture

Subject areas

  • Economics and Administration

Contact information

Course coordinator

Department with academic responsibility

NTNU School of International Business

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Letter grades

Ordinary examination - Spring 2026

Group Assignment
Weighting 40/100 Exam system Inspera Assessment
Individual Assignment
Weighting 60/100 Exam system Inspera Assessment