INN360 Sustainable Business Model Innovation
Credits (ECTS):10
Course responsible:Erlend Nybakk, Dagfinn Sætra
Campus / Online:Taught campus Ås
Teaching language:Norsk
Limits of class size:Maximum number of students are 40.
Course frequency:Annually.
Nominal workload:250 hours.
Teaching and exam period:The course starts and ends in the autumn parelell.
About this course
This course provides a thorough introduction to how existing business models can be transformed to become more sustainable. The course covers theoretical frameworks and practical tools necessary to analyze and redesign business models with a focus on environmental, social, and economic sustainability.
The students learn to identify sustainable opportunities and challenges within various industries. The course will also explore how innovation and technology can be used to promote sustainable solutions. Topics covered include circular economy, green value chain, sustainable financing, and stakeholder engagement.
Students will have the opportunity to collaborate with companies to develop concrete strategies and action plans for sustainable business model innovation. The course emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and critical thinking, preparing students to become leaders in sustainable development.
Learning outcome
A student, upon completing the course, will have the following overall learning outcomes defined in knowledge, skills, and general competence:
Knowledge
The student:
- has advanced knowledge of fundamental principles and theories in sustainable business model innovation
- has knowledge of various methods and tools to analyze and evaluate the sustainability of existing business models
- has insight into how circular economy and green value chains can be integrated into business models
- is familiar with global and local sustainability trends and their impact on business
Skills
The student:
- has the ability to identify and assess sustainable opportunities and challenges in various industries
- has skills in developing and implementing strategies for sustainable business model innovation
- has competence in using innovation and technology to promote sustainable solutions
- has the ability to collaborate with stakeholders and build partnerships to achieve sustainable goals
General Competence
The student:
- has developed good collaboration skills
- masters problem-solving and creative skills under uncertain conditions
- can apply analytical and reflective abilities to work with complex problems and reflect on their actions
- can communicate and convey information about sustainable business models in an understandable way
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