Innovation

The 21st century competitive landscape is characterized by rapid technological change and globalization. How do companies compete and succeed in such an environment? First, companies must engage in continuous innovation to sustain their competitive advantage. This course is designed to equip students with a deep understanding of why innovation [...]

Once you've learned about innovation, caring, and curiosity, you'll need to integrate them as you begin your journey as a technology innovator. You will be asked to articulate your idea using design thinking and learnings to craft an Evidence-Based Pitch Deck.

As you develop your innovator mindset, you will need to focus on evidence-based entrepreneurship and skills that will help you move forward in identifying and solving problems. You will learn the tenets of evidence-based entrepreneurship, identify and work on problems, and assess the value of [...]

Curiosity guides the work that an innovator does. This curiosity is evidenced through action- through discussion with others, investigation within the marketplace, and understanding of consumers. You will conduct marketplace conversations and learn the value of customer archetypes and personas to enhance your [...]

“What is technology innovation?” is the first course in Reframing your Mindset to be a Tech Entrepreneur and Innovator. You will learn about the basics of technology innovation, including what it is, how it works, and the underlying mindset you will need to be successful.

The aim of this course is to introduce business employees to social and human capital within the context of the Capitals Approach and human rights. It will provide guidance on how to get started in making positive impacts for people, planet, and society within the business decision-making context.

In this exciting online course you can understand how technology, strategy and digital business models are important to be innovative in your job. Also, you will understand what disruption is and which are the most disruptive technologies to articulate business strategy in times of digital innovation and and be [...]

In this fascinating online course you will be able to explain the concept of storytelling, how can be used on any organization or personal brand. Also, you will acquire the tools to create brand stories through traditional and new media communication channels. By taking this course, you will be [...]

Welcome, designers! In this course, developed at the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia, you will carry on the design thinking process begun in our Insights to Inspiration course, beginning with the eighth step in our 14-Step process, bringing the ideas you developed in our Insights [...]