MCB 6096 Innovation Project Management

Credits: 1

Tuition: $535

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Description

Empowers students with practical tools to manage innovation projects typical of life science research & development. Challenges and methodologies associated with developing objectives, preparing project plans, establishing metrics, defining responsibilities, as well as mitigating risks and dealing with uncertainties will be discussed. Skills for strategic prioritization, time management, meeting facilitation, and communication will be strengthened to promote an innovative culture.

Course Goals

After this course, the student will be able to:

• Distinguish between different types of innovations and project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Lean, Six Sigma, Waterfall)
• Select and apply appropriate tools to manage innovation projects with structure and flexibility
• Design a detailed project plan and tracking dashboard
• Set objectives and priorities for a strategic project
• Explain their innovation project to inspire technical and non-technical audiences
• Conduct engaging and productive meetings to drive decisions and create an innovation culture with a diverse team
• Implement a project plan and tracking dashboard in a project with iterations over time

Library Access

Distance Education and UF Online Students enjoy the same library privileges as on-campus students.

• Utilize the University of Florida Library System