 | Study programme 2025-2026 | Français | |
 | Introduction to Innovation | ||
Programme component of Master's in Chemistry : Specialist Focus on Business (MONS) (day schedule) à la Faculty of Science |
| Code | Type | Head of UE | Department’s contact details | Teacher(s) |
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| US-M2-CHIMFS-060-M | Compulsory UE | GOLDBERG Anne |
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| Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Credits | Weighting | Term |
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| Français | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2.00 | 2nd term |
| AA Code | Teaching Activity (AA) | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term | Weighting |
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| S-CHIM-197 | Introduction to Innovation | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Q2 | 100.00% |
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Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes
- Have acquired professional skills in relation to the objective defining the degree.
- Learn about scientific research and the world of research.
- Integrate into a professional environment and collaborate with stakeholders on an industrial project.
- Manage research, development and innovation within chemistry and/or its applications.
- Mobilise their knowledge effectively, identify their limits, conduct methodical research and critically analyse scientifically valid information.
- Possibly propose innovative solutions to targeted problems, which also requires attentiveness and mutual respect, as well as argue and establish constructive debates.
- Develop and integrate a high degree of autonomy.
- Pursue further training and develop new skills independently.
- Develop and integrate a high degree of autonomy to evolve in new contexts.
Learning Outcomes of UE
- Understanding what innovation is and its major impact on society
- encounter with subjects from the social sciences
- a basic understanding of what a company is as a social organisation
- the importance given to sustainable development and its applications in the business world (responsible innovation, sustainable finance, corporate social responsibility)
- reflection on the link between innovation and progress
UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance
Innovation is a concept that has many dimensions, all of which include the idea of novelty, progress (new technologies, new products, new organizations, ...) but also the creation and reallocation of value and wealth (for shareholders? for society? for citizens? ...).The course proposes an overview of these multiple facets, clarifies the differences between innovation, research, creativity, inventiveness, etc... It focuses on the innovation process in companies, sheds light on the issues related to major societal challenges and sustainable development (e.g. ecological transition, digital transition) and how technologies can either provide solutions or negatively affect the lives of citizens, without forgetting gender issues in innovation.The aim of the course is to provide science students with the basic concepts to equip them to take a critical look at the (mainly technological) evolution of our societies.At the moment, the lecture is supported by slides, complemented with some audio or video material.
Table of content
Chapter 1: Innovation, why talk about it?
Chapter 2: Value and growth
Chapter 3: Innovation tools in manufacturing companies
Chapter 4: Sustainable Development
* Part 1: General principles of sustainable development
* Part 2: Setting the scene
* Part 3: Implementing a Sustainable Development Strategy
* Pärt 4: Mastering the risks
Chapter 5: Sustainable Development (continued) * Part 1: Sustainable development and responsible innovation
* Part 2: Responsible innovation and emerging technologies
Conclusion
The examination will be divided into two parts, both of which are oriented towards an exchange of views. On the one hand, on a book chosen from a list of references (summary, why this choice, what lessons, consequences or actions to draw from it) such as for example "Le développement non durable", "maîtriser le progrès économique et technique" published by the Académie de Poche. On the other hand on a personal reflection linked to the near future of the student and based on some questions listed below or one or the other question that the student would like to be asked. The idea is to mobilise the notions that we have covered in the course.
Question 1: Let's suppose that, after graduation, you have the choice between different employers
- What values would attract you to one company or administration rather than another?
Question 2 :Let's assume that, after graduation, you have found a job, either in a company or an administration for example, or as an entrepreneur
- What action would you like your employer to take to address major societal challenges (climate change, energy problems, loss of biodiversity, etc.)?
- What action would you like to take yourself? Do you think it would respond to major societal challenges (climate change, energy problems, loss of biodiversity, etc.)? If not, what should be done?
Question 3 : Is all innovation Progress?
Prior Experience
Not applicable
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
| AA | Type of Teaching Activity/Activities |
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| S-CHIM-197 |
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Mode of delivery
| AA | Mode of delivery |
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| S-CHIM-197 |
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Required Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Required Learning Resources/Tools |
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| S-CHIM-197 | Not applicable |
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Recommended Learning Resources/Tools |
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| S-CHIM-197 | All the lecture media are available on Moodle |
Other Recommended Reading
| AA | Other Recommended Reading |
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| S-CHIM-197 | See on Moodle the list of references recommended for the exam |
Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next
| AA | Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next |
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| S-CHIM-197 | Authorized |
Term 2 Assessment - type
| AA | Type(s) and mode(s) of Q2 assessment |
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| S-CHIM-197 |
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Term 2 Assessment - comments
| AA | Term 2 Assessment - comments |
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| S-CHIM-197 | The examination will be divided into two parts, both of which are oriented towards an exchange of views. On the one hand, on a book chosen from a list of references (summary, why this choice, what lessons, consequences or actions to draw from it) such as for example "Le développement non durable", "maîtriser le progrès économique et technique" published by the Académie de Poche. On the other hand on a personal reflection linked to the near future of the student and based on some questions listed below or one or the other question that the student would like to be asked. The idea is to mobilise the notions that we have covered in the course. Question 1: Let's suppose that, after graduation, you have the choice between different employers: - What values would attract you to one company or administration rather than another? Question 2 : Let's assume that, after graduation, you have found a job, either in a company or an administration for example, or as an entrepreneur: - What action would you like your employer to take to address major societal challenges (climate change, energy problems, loss of biodiversity, etc.)? - What action would you like to take yourself? Do you think it would respond to major societal challenges (climate change, energy problems, loss of biodiversity, etc.)? If not, what should be done? Question 3 : Is all innovation Progress? |
Term 3 Assessment - type
| AA | Type(s) and mode(s) of Q3 assessment |
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| S-CHIM-197 |
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Term 3 Assessment - comments
| AA | Term 3 Assessment - comments |
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| S-CHIM-197 | The examination will be divided into two parts, both of which are oriented towards an exchange of views. On the one hand, on a book chosen from a list of references (summary, why this choice, what lessons, consequences or actions to draw from it) such as for example "La transition vers un futur souhaitable", "maîtriser le progrès économique et technique" published by the Académie de Poche. On the other hand on a personal reflection linked to the near future of the student and based on some questions listed below or one or the other question that the student would like to be asked. The idea is to mobilise the notions that we have covered in the course. Question 1: Let's suppose that, after graduation, you have the choice between different employers: - What values would attract you to one company or administration rather than another? Question 2 : Let's assume that, after graduation, you have found a job, either in a company or an administration for example, or as an entrepreneur: - What action would you like your employer to take to address major societal challenges (climate change, energy problems, loss of biodiversity, etc.)? - What action would you like to take yourself? Do you think it would respond to major societal challenges (climate change, energy problems, loss of biodiversity, etc.)? If not, what should be done? Question 3 : Is all innovation Progress? |