Industrial Policy and Technology Management

Major: Industrial Policy and Technology Management

Overview: Designed for the evolving industrial landscape, this major equips students with the skills to shape industrial policies and manage technological advancements. It combines economic theory, policy analysis, and technology management to prepare graduates for leadership roles in industry, government, and consulting.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Understand the interplay between industrial policies and technological innovation.
• Develop skills in policy formulation, technology strategy, and regulatory compliance.
• Learn techniques for fostering industrial growth and managing technological change.
• Explore emerging technologies and their impact on industry and society.
• Analyze real-world challenges in industrial development and technology adoption.

Core Courses:

1. Introduction to Industrial Policy and Technology Management

   • Overview of industrial policies, technology management, and their role in economic development.

2. Industrial Economics

   • Principles of industrial organization, market structures, and competition policy.

3. Policy Analysis and Implementation

   • Techniques for designing, analyzing, and implementing industrial policies.

4. Technology Strategy and Innovation Management

   • Strategies for managing technological innovation and fostering R&D.

5. Regulatory Frameworks and Compliance

   • Understanding regulations, standards, and compliance in industrial and technological contexts.

6. Industrial Development and Competitiveness

   • Approaches to enhancing industrial competitiveness and regional development.

7. Emerging Technologies and Industry 4.0

   • Exploration of AI, IoT, automation, and their impact on industries.

8. Practicum in Industrial Policy and Technology Management

   • Hands-on experience through internships or projects in industry or government settings.

9. Capstone Project

   • Comprehensive project applying learned skills to real-world industrial or technology management challenges.

Assessment Methods:

• Policy analysis reports
• Technology strategy proposals
• Regulatory compliance studies
• Industrial development projects
• Practicum and capstone project evaluations

Recommended Textbooks:

• Industrial Policy and Economic Transformation by Patrizio Bianchi and Sandrine Labory
• Technology Strategy by Robert A. Burgelman et al.
• Innovation Management and New Product Development by Paul Trott
• Industry 4.0: The Industrial Internet of Things by Alasdair Gilchrist

Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of economics, business management, or engineering. Suitable for students interested in shaping industrial policies, managing technological innovation, or pursuing careers in industry, government, or consulting.

Duration: 4 years for a bachelor’s degree, including coursework, projects, and internships.

Certification: Graduates earn a degree in Industrial Policy and Technology Management and can pursue certifications in policy analysis, technology management, or related fields.

Career Paths:

• Industrial Policy Analyst
• Technology Manager
• Innovation Consultant
• Government Advisor on Industrial Development
• R&D Manager

Why This Major? This program prepares students to drive industrial growth and technological advancement, addressing the needs of modern industries and economies. Graduates will be equipped to lead in an era of rapid technological change and global competition.