«Innovation Project Management, »offers highly specialised training in the field of business innovation. Through this training, students will develop skills and competences essential for working in the business sector and will gain an in-depth understanding of the various procedures, legislation y documentation required to manage and plan innovation projects. This course is a valuable opportunity for those who wish to strengthen their professional profile and contribute to the success of organisations through strategic innovation. On completion of this course, students will be equipped to lead innovation projects with trust and efficiency in the business world.
Innovation Project Management
Introduction
Objectives
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Understanding the concept of innovation and innovation systems.
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To analyse the relationships between businesses, the public sector, R&D and the wider environment in the innovation process.
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To know the system functions innovation and its impact in competitiveness.
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Identify and make the most of the grants available in Spain and the EU for R&D&I.
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Mastering the preparation of funding applications and overcome common obstacles.
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Purchase skills in the formation of international partnerships and the organisation of innovation projects.
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Assess the positive and negative factors in funding applications.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. INNOVATION AND INNOVATION SYSTEMS
1. Introduction.
2. The concept of innovation and innovation systems.
3. The relationship between the concept of innovation and innovation systems.
4. Functions of innovation systems.
5. Competitiveness and innovation systems.
TEACHING UNIT 2. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION GRANTS. EXISTING FUNDING IN SPAIN AND EUROPE.
1. Financial assistance.
2. Project report.
3. Obstacles in the preparation of applications.
TEACHING UNIT 3. METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED WHEN DESIGNING THE PROJECT AND THE APPLICATION.
1. Partnership.
2. The process of partnership action.
3. Organisation of the innovation project.
4. Calendar.
5. Budget.
TEACHING UNIT 4. POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE FACTORS IN PROJECT FUNDING APPLICATIONS.
1. Introduction.
2. The legal basis for tax incentives for R&D&I.
3. Deductible expenses and investments.
4. Tax incentives for R&D&I.
5. Reasoned reports.
6. Reductions in social security contributions for research staff in respect of R&D&I activities.
TEACHING UNIT 5. CREATING THE PROJECT.
1. Profile of the project manager.
2. Functions.
3. Management and monitoring of applications.
4. Examples of innovative companies.