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| 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. |
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| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
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| L01 (6405) | Mo 06:00PM - 08:50PM | Rm 202, E3 | HOU, Yun LI, Moyan | 40 | 12 | 28 | 0 |
| DESCRIPTION | The course will provide an advanced foundation in the study and practice of public policy at the level required for graduate study. The course will cover both the historic foundations of policy studies, as well as emerging approaches and directions. As the study of public policy is inherently interdisciplinary, it will include perspectives from political science, public policy, economics, business and other aspects of social science. It will take a broad view of public policy, including taking up some of the core literature on public management and public administration. |
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| Section | Date & Time | Room | Instructor | Quota | Enrol | Avail | Wait | Remarks |
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| L01 (6406) | We 03:00PM - 05:50PM | Rm 228, E2 | LAN, GERALD Z | 70 | 62 | 8 | 0 |
| PREVIOUS CODE | IPEN 5600 |
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| DESCRIPTION | This course introduces the economics of technology innovation and entrepreneurship through the combined perspectives of microeconomics and macroeconomics. It covers microeconomic core modules concerning consumers, firms, markets, and governments, as well as macroeconomic core modules on economic growth associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. |
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| L01 (6407) | Th 09:00AM - 11:50AM | Rm 102, W4 | LI, Chenyang | 70 | 61 | 9 | 0 |
| PREVIOUS CODE | IPEN 6100A |
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| 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. |
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| L01 (6409) | Th 01:30PM - 04:20PM | Rm 238, E1 | LI, Chenyang | 40 | 30 | 10 | 0 |
| DESCRIPTION | Technological innovation is increasingly the source of sustainable competitive advantage for firms worldwide. This course introduces a grounding in the field of technology and innovation, with an emphasis on economic policy and business strategy. The course will be highly interactive and apply multiple disciplines including economics, management, law and public policy. |
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| L01 (6422) | Tu 01:30PM - 04:20PM | Rm 122, E1 | XU, Kewei | 70 | 60 | 10 | 0 |
| DESCRIPTION | This course serves as an applied introduction to machine learning methods for text analysis. Several approaches on text data management and analysis will be covered in this course including basic natural language processing techniques, document representation, text categorization and clustering, document summarization, sentiment analysis, social network and social media analysis, probabilistic topic models and text visualization. |
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| L01 (6425) | We 01:30PM - 04:20PM | Lecture Hall C | XU, Kewei | 40 | 24 | 16 | 0 |
| 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. |
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| L01 (6429) | Th 09:00AM - 11:50AM | Rm 201, W1 | HE, Jinyu | 20 | 14 | 6 | 0 |
| DESCRIPTION | This course provides an overview of sustainable business model innovation theories and practices as well as discusses how business models can serve as essential tools to transform our economy into a sustainable one. We will provide students with a rich opportunity to examine companies’ efforts in creating and implementing sustainable business models and building a supporting ecosystem. |
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| L01 (6430) | Mo 09:00AM - 11:50AM | Rm 201, E4 | HE, Jinyu | 20 | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| EXCLUSION | CNCC 5700 |
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| CO-LIST WITH | CNCC 5700 |
| DESCRIPTION | This course explores the challenges associated with climate change, energy and environmental policies from multiple perspectives, disciplines and scales. Students will examine the evolving science and policy of climate change, observe the conflicts between energy companies and interest groups in China, discuss technology innovations and its impact on reducing greenhouse gases emission. |
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| L01 (6435) | Fr 01:30PM - 04:20PM | TBA | JIANG, Kejun | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | >The classroom is E1149 |
| EXCLUSION | CNCC 5200 |
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| CO-LIST WITH | CNCC 5200 |
| 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. |
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| L01 (6436) | Th 06:00PM - 08:50PM | TBA | PARK, SEONA WOON, KOK SIN | 10 | 11 | 0 | 0 | >The classroom is E1150 |
| DESCRIPTION | The course introduces the conceptualizations of innovation policy and its instruments. It also develops evaluation methods to analyze the effects of these policy instruments and policy mixes. Cases of conceptual and empirical studies focus on the issues of innovation funding schemes and publicly funded science systems. |
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| L01 (6445) | Mo 03:00PM - 05:50PM | Rm 234, E1 | LAN, GERALD Z | 30 | 13 | 17 | 0 |
| PREVIOUS CODE | IPEN 6100J |
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| DESCRIPTION | This course provides a comprehensive overview of entrepreneurship and innovation, guiding students through the entire process from identifying opportunities to launching and scaling new ventures. It emphasizes experiential learning and real-world application, with a unique focus on direct engagement with successful entrepreneurs and innovators. Through a series of guest speaker sessions, students will gain invaluable insights into the challenges and triumphs of building a business, fostering a strong entrepreneurial mindset, and developing practical skills for navigating the dynamic landscape of innovation. |
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| L01 (6446) | Th 03:00PM - 05:50PM | Rm 202, W4 | XIE, Danyang | 20 | 17 | 3 | 0 |
| 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. |
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| R01 (6930) | TBA | No room required | TBA | 20 | 2 | 18 | 0 |
| DESCRIPTION | This course introduces where, how and why carbon emissions come from and can be mitigated, with further understanding of related economic, technological and environmental aspects of actions. The course is organized into three main parts: • Part I: A general understanding of the major sources and removals of, sectoral and regional contributions to, greenhouse gas (carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), and F gases) emissions across natural and anthropogenic systems, with an emphasis on transition away from fossil fuels. Focuses will be mainly on questions related to where, why, when and how. In addition, MRV (measurable, reportable, and verifiable) issues will covered in this part. • Part II: An in-depth investigation into mitigation options, their respective economic, social and technological potentials, and sectoral and regional effectiveness and impacts. • Part III: An overview of policy options, governance and co-operation among market and political entities, and further comparative analysis of mitigation policies and actions. Through lectures, readings, case examinations/illustrations and field trips, and data analysis exercises, students will develop skills to interpret CO2 emissions and mitigation options, evaluate methodological strengths and limitations, and carry out GHG MRV and carbon footprints assessments. |
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| L01 (6738) | Mo 06:00PM - 08:50PM | Rm 150, E1 | PAN, Jiahua | 30 | 28 | 2 | 0 |
| DESCRIPTION | Nature-based solutions (NbS) are becoming increasingly important as effective strategies for achieving carbon neutrality and addressing climate change. This course offers an integrated introduction to how natural and managed ecosystems contribute to carbon removal, how NbS are designed and implemented, and how they fit within broader sustainability and climate policy frameworks. The course is organized into three parts: Part I: Scientific foundations A concise overview of climate change, the global carbon cycle, and the roles of land, ocean, and atmospheric systems in storing and releasing carbon. This section provides essential background for students from diverse disciplinary backgrounds. Part II: NbS strategies and real-world applications An in-depth exploration of major nature-based approaches across different ecosystems, including: land-based NbS such as soil and forest carbon enhancement and landscape restoration; wetland NbS including peatland restoration and riparian systems; coastal and marine NbS (blue carbon) such as mangroves and saltmarsh ecosystems; and urban and hybrid NbS including green infrastructure and emerging integrated approaches. Case studies from China and around the world will be used to illustrate effectiveness, co-benefits, risks, and implementation challenges. Part III: Policy, governance, and sustainability practice A review of how NbS are incorporated into national and global climate strategies, carbon neutrality pathways, ESG and corporate sustainability frameworks. This section highlights real-world decision-making and career-relevant perspectives in climate policy, sustainability planning, and environmental management. Through lectures, discussions, and group projects, students will develop interdisciplinary skills to understand, evaluate, and communicate how NbS contribute to carbon neutrality pathways in both scientific and practical contexts. |
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| L01 (6787) | We 06:00PM - 08:50PM | Rm 103, E1 | LUO, Lina | 20 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 the environmental innovation communities and policy communities. This course will be an essential part of training for our RPg students. Graded P or F. |
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| L01 (6447) | We 10:30AM - 11:50AM | Rm 147, E1 | MIAO, Lili | 40 | 17 | 23 | 0 |
| DESCRIPTION | This course consists of 6 credits and will last for two regular terms. In the first term, students learn and integrate the latest technology topics through seminars,lectures, and workshops. After completing four micro-policy analysis reports, students can familiarize themselves with technology policy hot spots and policy analysis tools, as well as the cooperation skills and role division among the groups. In the second term, they will complete group projects on selected topics for science and technology policy under the supervision offaculty members. The participation of the university’s internal community and external organizations in these projects will be highly encouraged. The university will be responsible for the control, management and evaluation of the project. Students will exercise their teamwork skills, analyze science and technology policy issues and develop concise reports of their findings and recommendations. They should write the paper acting as an assistant to a particular decision-maker in a government, nonprofit organization, business or private sector. This course is for MSc(TP) students only. May be graded PP. |
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| L01 (6448) | Fr 06:00PM - 08:50PM | Rm 101, E4 | HOU, Yun XU, Kewei | 46 | 39 | 7 | 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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| R01 (6924) | TBA | No room required | TBA | 999 | 10 | 989 | 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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| R01 (6925) | TBA | No room required | TBA | 999 | 25 | 974 | 0 |