CityU SCOPE - Certificate for Module in Innovation Associate Certification Examination Preparation

		× Hong Kong Qualifications Framework (HKQF) Certificate for Module in Innovation Associate Certificate Examination Preparation is recognised under the QF QF level: QF level 4; QF credits: 9 QF credits QR registration number: 19/001270/L4; Validity period: On-going since 01/01/2020	× This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4)
Certificate for Module in Innovation Associate Certification Examination Preparation 「創新項目專才認證考試預備課程單元」證書

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Basic Information

Course Code	211-50382
Course Fee	HK$15,800
IAC Examination Fee*	HK$500 (Payable to the HIMI)
Expected Commencement Date	To Be Confirmed
Application Deadline	1 week before course commencement
Medium of Instruction	English supplemented with Cantonese, assessments will be delivered in English
Enquiries	3442 7423 / 3442 4977
Venue	CityU SCOPE Learning Centre in Tsim Sha Tsui East (ChinaChem Golden Plaza) (Classes may be conducted online in response to the development of the COVID-19 pandemic)
Email	juliolam@cityu.edu.hk
* It is optional if participants opt to take the IAC Examination and become a Level 1 Associate with the GIM Institute

Course Target & Features

Course Target

Member of Innovation/ R&D Performance Improvement/ Business process improvement team or centre
Business Professionals responsible for innovation and business process improvement in particular with SMEs
Persons who are interested in pursuing a career as an innovation practitioner

Course Features

	Prepare participants for taking the Innovation Associate Certification (IAC) Examination (Level 1) of the GIM Institute
	60 - 80% CEF reimbursable Special discount on IAC Examination Fee
	The first and only course that leads to professional qualification in the field of innovation with international recognition
	Business simulation exercises about connecting business opportunity in the Greater Bay Area.
	Creatively solve problems and take calculated risks in innovation projects

Partner & Articulation

Professionals/Leaders in Innovation Management

The Global Innovation Management Institute (GIMI) is founded by a group of innovation practitioners and leaders in 2009
GIMI is the World’s largest innovation professional organization driving a global standard for business innovation
Over 800 organizations have participated in developing competencies in innovation based on the innovation frameworks and processes of GIMI
Over 10,000 innovation experts worldwide have developed mastery of innovation through the structured courses and manuals of GIMI
HIMI is the sole partner of GIMI and manages the territory of China and Hong Kong for GIMI

GIM Institite is internationally recognized by their innovation standards, certification and academic programs. There is 4-level competency framework of certified innovation professionals:

Course Duration & Structure

Duration and Mode of Study

30 hours, 2 sessions per week (Tuesday & Friday), 7-10 pm

Course Structure

1. Demystifying Innovation	2 hours
Importance of Innovation Definition of Innovation Definition of Innovation Breakthrough
2. Innovation Techniques	2 hours
Individual and Team approaches Structured approach in problem-solving Thinking styles Cross-functional teams and networks
3. Step 1 of Innovation Process (Innovation Intent)	2 hours
Define the cases for change Quantify the growth gap Set the Investment Profile
4. Step 2 of Innovation Process (Opportunity Insights)	6 hours
Map your company’s current business Look at future with scenarios Walk in someone else’s shoes Look at new partners Organize all dots or ideas into a single business opportunity map
5. Step 3 of Innovation Process (Fields of Play)	6 hours
Identify fields of play Prioritize a field of play Develop the prioritized field of play
6. Step 4 of Innovation Process (Business Concepts)	6 hours
Identify business concepts Prioritize a business concept Reverse engineer your prioritized business concept
7. Step 5 of Innovation Process (Business Case)	6 hours
Identify key facts of the concept Visualize the concept Use tactical questions to address your concept Bring the key facts, visualizations and tactical plans together
Total Contact Hours	30 hours

Assessment and Award

Passing Mark: score at least 70% for the examination component in addition to an overall pass mark of 50%
Overall attendance requirement of 70% or above

Admission & Application

Admission Requirements

have obtained level 2 or above in five subjects in HKDSE Examination (a maximum of two Applied Learning (ApL) subjects can be counted), including Chinese Language and English Language; or equivalent, PLUS at least three years of relevant work experience; OR
have passed five subjects in HKCEE, including Chinese and English at level 2/ Grade E or equivalent, PLUS at least two years of relevant work experience; OR
be a mature student of at least 21 years of age, PLUS having at least three years of relevant work experience