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| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | This course focuses on the practices and processes that managers in the business sector adopt to advance innovation and attention is also paid to the strategies that policy-makers from regulatory background pursue to manage innovation. Technological innovation will be examined through its process of exploring, executing, leveraging, and renewing from both the perspectives of entrepreneurs and regulators. Students will be guided to seek a collaborative governance mechanism that is workable for different players and sectors in innovation to achieve sustainable growth. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6129) | Mo 06:00PM - 08:50PM | Rm 233, W1 | HOU, Yun LI, Moyan SHIN, Jihoon | 40 | 39 | 1 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | This course focuses on the theoretical and analytical perspective of public management and institutions. It introduces students to key concepts in the discipline of public management and institutional analysis. The course begins with a review of the evolution of thinking in this field. In the following sessions, students will be extensively exposed to theoretical frameworks. The course aims to equip students with theories that help students in building up their capacity toward academic research. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6131) | We 01:30PM - 04:20PM | Rm 101, E4 | XU, Kewei | 30 | 20 | 10 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | The purposes of the course are to introduce to students key concepts in research design, and to help them develop skills in the design of empirical research for conducting innovation, policy and entrepreneurship studies. Specific emphasis will be on the use of quasi-experimental designs in policy research, as well as on their potentials and limitations. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L02 (6135) | 06-FEB-2025 - 03-MAR-2025 Tu 06:00PM - 08:50PM | Rm 201, W2 | WU, Xun | 40 | 24 | 16 | 0 | This section is for MPhil (IPE) and MSc (TP) students only. |
| 04-MAR-2025 - 12-MAY-2025 Tu 06:00PM - 08:50PM | Rm 122, E1 | WU, Xun |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| PREVIOUS CODE | IPEN 6100A |
| DESCRIPTION | This course introduces students to empirical methods and data management tools used in the current social science disciplines, with some special focuses on strategy, finance and applied micro-economics. The overall approach is to understand the common methods and research design used in the empirical research through intensive reading and replicating papers published in top journals. Students would also become proficient in the use of computer software that is widely used in analyzing quantitative data via empirical assignments. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6203) | Th 06:00PM - 08:50PM | Rm 134, E1 | LI, Chenyang | 50 | 20 | 30 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | This course will cover the key concepts and technologies of big data and data analysis, with a focus on the application of big data in formulating business strategies and policies, and related research issues on how big data affects the direction of business and policy development. The course will provide students with practical training on big data and data analysis based on real-world business or policy issues, ranging from collecting and preprocessing to organizing and analyzing large-scale data. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6204) | Tu 01:30PM - 04:20PM | Rm 101, E1 | XU, Kewei | 55 | 52 | 3 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | This course gives students a broad introduction to the key disruptive technologies, such as mobile internet, AI, and robotics, that have transformed our society. We will examine the practical applications of these technologies and discuss their socioeconomic impacts and policy responses. We will also look at the potential for businesses and governments to harness these disruptive technologies to deliver new services or improve existing ones and enhance value in public and private sectors. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6205) | Mo 01:30PM - 04:20PM | Rm 134, E1 | WU, Xun | 60 | 40 | 20 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | This course focuses on the development of the ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) movement and its relationship with other long-standing concepts such as corporate social responsibility and sustainability. It aims to review the content, antecedences, and consequences of corporate ESG practices and stimulate new research ideas in related areas. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6206) | Tu 09:00AM - 11:50AM | Rm 201, W1 | HE, Jinyu | 20 | 5 | 15 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | This course deals with various issues when late-comer firms and countries may encounter in the technological catching-up with the more advanced firms and countries. Technological stages and paths are studied and highlighted at the three different levels of country, sector and firms. Students will learn various theories regarding technological catching-up and have opportunities to apply them to real cases. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6207) | Mo 01:30PM - 04:20PM | Rm 101, W2 | SHIN, Jihoon | 20 | 5 | 15 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | This course introduces behavioral economics - the incorporation of insights from psychology into economics - with an emphasis on its value for improving empirical predictions and policy decisions. Students will learn the major themes of behavioral economics and apply them to improve the design, implementation, and evaluation of public policies in a wide variety of domains. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6208) | Th 09:00AM - 11:50AM | Rm 122, E1 | ZHANG, Xu | 30 | 22 | 8 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | This course provides an in-depth examination of the economics and policy issues surrounding energy. Topics include energy demand and supply, market structures, renewable energy technologies, fossil fuels, energy security, climate change, transportation, innovation, and policy analysis. Students will also participate in a research project to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6209) | Fr 09:00AM - 11:50AM | Rm 201, W1 | LU, Yangsiyu | 20 | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | Climate innovation, driven by technological innovation and system change, has the potential to be a disruptive force in combating global challenges. This course will cover policy issues of cleantech development and introduce students to both incentives and challenges of climate investment. Through lectures, discussions, and case studies, students will explore how policy and financial instruments can influence the development of clean technologies. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6212) | Tu 09:00AM - 11:50AM | Rm 201, E3 | LU, Yangsiyu | 20 | 13 | 7 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | This course prepares students to acquire the basic knowledge of climate change, which sits on the intersection of science and governance. It will review some of the scientific facts of climate change and contrast the scientific research findings with climate governance status. Case study on transforming to a low carbon society will be conducted in later part of the course. Aspects to consider include both scientific support and governance complexity of the low carbon city idea. Students are expected to build their own analysis of the climate change issue at the end of the course. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6214) | Th 09:00AM - 11:50AM | Rm 201, W1 | PARK, SEONA | 20 | 4 | 16 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [1-3 credit(s)] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | Independent study in a designated subject under direct guidance of a faculty member to provide students the advanced knowledge and research skill sets on a topic of Innovation, Policy and Entrepreneurship. Required readings, tutorial discussions, and submission of report(s) will be used for assessment. The course may be repeated for credit if different topics are studied. Graded P or F. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R01 (6538) | TBA | No room required | TBA | 10 | 1 | 9 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | This is a graduate-level interdisciplinary course that will teach how infrastructure assets that reduce carbon emissions are developed, financed, and supported with policy. The course will cover topics in financial risk management, project and corporate finance, asset valuation, innovation finance, climate and environmental policy, and project management. The course will rely on cases in the energy, transport, and urban infrastructure systems. Through lectures, case studies, and assignments, students will learn to conduct financial analysis, develop financial models, and assess relevant financial policy options for carbon neutrality. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6318) | Mo 09:00AM - 11:50AM | Rm 202, W2 | GUMBER, ANURAG | 20 | 6 | 14 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [3-0-0:3] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | As a special course, the course is positioned as a doctoral course, with 3 credits, and will be divided into the following aspects for teaching: First, the basic principles of carbon pricing. On the basis of understanding the basic principles, compare the policy practices of carbon pricing in major countries and regions around the world, and understand the formation, evolution, effects, evaluation, reform and improvement of different global carbon pricing policies. Second, cutting-edge achievements in academic research on carbon pricing. Including the impact of carbon pricing on energy conservation and emission reduction, energy transformation, industrial transformation, international trade, low-carbon technological innovation, international low-carbon competitiveness, risk-taking ability, the role of AI and Big data etc. Third, climate investment and financing. Understand and master the basic principles of climate investment and financing, the relationship between climate investment and financing and carbon pricing, climate investment and financing policies, products, models, investment and financing entities, investment and financing income and risks, the role of AI and Big data etc. Fourth, case analysis of enterprises carrying out carbon asset management and climate investment & financing under the carbon pricing policy. Fifth, teaching method. Professor's lectures and explanations, students' sharing of cutting-edge papers, classroom discussions, comments and summaries. Sixthly, there are four examination methods: Course paper, case analysis, simulation design of carbon pricing policy and simulation design of climate investment and financing. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6323) | We 09:00AM - 11:50AM | Rm 201, W2 | QI, Shaozhou | 30 | 9 | 21 | 0 |
| VECTOR | [1 credit] |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | This course is expected to expose the RPg students to the current innovation, policy and entrepreneurship research and development, and provide them with opportunities to make social contacts with the speakers in both environmental innovation communities and policy communities. This course will be an essential part of training for our RPg students. Seminar II is an extension of Seminar I. While the overall design of the seminar course looks essentially the same, topics covered and guests invited will be differentiated. Graded P or F. |
| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 (6219) | We 10:30AM - 11:50AM | Rm 101, E1 | LI, Moyan | 40 | 35 | 5 | 0 |
| DESCRIPTION | Master's thesis research supervised by co-advisors from different disciplines. A successful defense of the thesis leads to the grade Pass. No course credit is assigned. |
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| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
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| R01 (6223) | TBA | No room required | TBA | 999 | 31 | 968 | 0 |
| DESCRIPTION | Original and independent doctoral thesis research supervised by co-advisors from different disciplines. A successful defense of the thesis leads to the grade Pass. No course credit is assigned. |
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| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R01 (6231) | TBA | No room required | TBA | 999 | 17 | 982 | 0 |