Бакалавриат
2025/2026
Инновации и цифровые технологии в Азии
Статус:
Курс по выбору (Международный бизнес)
Где читается:
Высшая школа бизнеса
Охват аудитории:
для своего кампуса
Преподаватели:
Коробочкина Алёна Валерьевна
Язык:
английский
Кредиты:
3
Контактные часы:
30
Course Syllabus
Abstract
The course " Innovation and Digital Technologies in Asia " explores the dynamic landscape of technological advancement and innovative practices across the Asian continent. It delves into how various Asian countries are embracing digital technologies to foster economic growth, enhance productivity, and address contemporary challenges. The curriculum covers key themes such as the role of startups and entrepreneurship in driving innovation, the impact of government policies on technology adoption, and the cultural factors that influence digital transformation. Through case studies and real-world examples, students will gain insights into emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things, and how these innovations are reshaping industries and societal structures in Asia. Participants will engage in critical discussions about the ethical implications and future trends in the digital economy, preparing them to navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Overall, the course emphasizes the interconnectedness of regional developments and the global technology ecosystem.
Learning Objectives
- To provide future managers with a comprehensive understanding of the factors, frameworks, and consequences of technological advancement in Asia, enabling them to make informed managerial decisions in international business. This encompasses the formulation of strategies for market entry, innovation management, and risk evaluation.
Expected Learning Outcomes
- Analyze models of technological development and National Innovation Systems (NIS) in Asia, differentiating concepts such as "catch-up development," public-private partnerships, and types of innovations using examples from specific countries (e.g., Japan, South Korea, China, Singapore, India).
- Conduct a comprehensive analysis of technological trends and market requirements in Asia, identifying key areas (e.g., AI, biotech, FinTech) and systematizing information on specific standards, regulations, and cultural preferences.
- Develop and plan the implementation of optimized business processes (e.g., supply chain, customer experience, R&D) to leverage opportunities from digital transformation in Asia, defining areas of responsibility and practical steps.
- Formulate comprehensive innovation management recommendations, assessing their risks and opportunities for long-term sustainable development and balancing commercial objectives with social responsibility.
- Evaluate a company's competitive position in the Asian market by conducting a comparative analysis of products, services, and business models against key competitors based on technology, functionality, price, and brand perception and Presentation
Course Contents
- Block 1: Strategic Frameworks: Innovations, NIS, and Business Models in Asia
- Block 2: Industry Breakthroughs and Managerial Decisions
- Block 3: Operational Efficiency and Sustainable Development
- Block 4: Strategy Development
Assessment Elements
- Сlass attendance (10%)A student who is more than 10 minutes late for class is considered absent and the grade for the lecture participance and seminar work will not be counted.
- Group project (20%)Conducting benchmarking and identifying strategic opportunities for a selected company regarding the implementation of innovative solutions based on Asian experience. Includes a written report and presentation. Up to 4 students in one group. Penalty for Non-Participation in Presentation: A student's final project grade will be reduced by 40% if they fail to participate in the oral presentation, regardless of their contribution to the written report. The oral presentation is a mandatory component of the assignment. The oral presentation is a crucial element for assessing comprehension and communication skills. Unexcused absence (without official documentation) constitutes a failure to complete a core requirement of the project.
- Case solution (20%)Analysis of 6 cases (e.g., "State vs. Corporation in Asia", "Western tech failures in Asia", "Resilience of an Asian business model") discussed in Seminars 1, 4, and 6. Solutions are developed in groups and presented in class.
- 5. Tests (20%)Two tests (10% each) (individual) to check the understanding of the theoretical material from Modules 1-2 and 3-4. Test 1 is conducted at the end of Lecture 4. Test 2 is conducted at the end of Lecture 6. Time limit for each test: 15 minutes
- ExamThe examination is administered as a written test in a computer classroom using the Safe Exam Browser (SEB) and remote proctoring to ensure academic integrity. Students have 90 minutes to complete 20 questions of various types, including multiple-choice, short-answer, and open-ended questions. The grade is based on the total points for 20 questions. Maximum score - 100 points
Interim Assessment
- 2025/2026 3rd module0.2 * 5. Tests (20%) + 0.2 * Case solution (20%) + 0.3 * Exam + 0.2 * Group project (20%) + 0.1 * Сlass attendance (10%)
Bibliography
Recommended Core Bibliography
- Clarke, T., & Lee, K. (2018). Innovation in the Asia Pacific : From Manufacturing to the Knowledge Economy. Singapore: Springer. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsebk&AN=1621597
- Don Tapscott. (2020). Supply Chain Revolution : How Blockchain Technology Is Transforming the Global Flow of Assets. Barlow Publishing.
- Kicking away the ladder : development strategy in historical perspective, Chang, H.- J., 2002
- Paper tigers, hidden dragons : firms and the political economy of China's technological development, Fuller, D. B., 2016
Recommended Additional Bibliography
- Case study research and applications : design and methods, Yin, R. K., 2018
- National systems of innovation : toward a theory of innovation and interactive learning, , 2010
- RIFKIN, J. (2016). How the Third Industrial Revolution Will Create a Green Economy. NPQ: New Perspectives Quarterly, 33(1), 6–10. https://doi.org/10.1111/npqu.12017
- Shoshana Zuboff. (2019). The Age of Surveillance Capitalism : The Fight for a Human Future at the New Frontier of Power: Vol. First edition. PublicAffairs.