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وزارة التعليم
الجامعة السعودية اإللكترونية
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Ministry of Education
Saudi Electronic University
College of Administrative and Financial Sciences
Assignment 1
Management of Technology (MGT 325)
Due Date: 5th October 2024@ 23:59
Course Name: Management of Technology
Student’s Name:
Course Code: MGT325
Student’s ID Number:
Semester: 1st
CRN:
Academic Year:2024-25
For Instructor’s Use only
Instructor’s Name: Dr. Shahid Alam
Students’ Grade: 00 /10
Level of Marks: High/Middle/Low
Instructions – PLEASE READ THEM CAREFULLY
• The Assignment must be submitted on Blackboard (WORD format only) via allocated
folder.
• Assignments submitted through email will not be accepted.
• Students are advised to make their work clear and well presented, marks may be
reduced for poor presentation. This includes filling your information on the cover page.
• Students must mention question number clearly in their answer.
• Late submission will NOT be accepted.
• Avoid plagiarism, the work should be in your own words, copying from students or
other resources without proper referencing will result in ZERO marks. No exceptions.
• All answered must be typed using Times New Roman (size 12, double-spaced) font.
No pictures containing text will be accepted and will be considered plagiarism).
• Submissions without this cover page will NOT be accepted.
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Course Learning Outcomes-Covered
➢ Recognize the dynamics and the importance of managing technological innovation
strategically. (LO 1)
Reference Source:
Textbook:Schilling M.A (2020),Strategic Management of Technology Innovation (6th Edition). McGraw Hill Education. Electronic Version: ISBN-13: 978-1260087956 ISBN-10:
1260087956, Printed Version: ISBN-13: 978-1260087956 ISBN-10: 1260087956
Weight: 10 Marks
Students are required to refer to chapter 1, 2&3 of their textbook.
Clear understanding of the chapters along with continuous critical analyzation of each topic
and subtopic is highly recommended.
Based on the knowledge and information gathered by referring to the textbook, students own
thorough research and considering the current technological landscape and innovation
strategy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), answer the following questions. Each
answer should include references to theories and concepts discussed in the textbook, as well
as examples and insights related to KSA.
Total Marks: 10
1. The Importance of Technological Innovation in KSA (3 marks) (400-500 words)
✓ Define technological innovation and explain its significance in the modern
competitive environment. Discuss how technological innovation is a key driver
of Saudi Vision 2030. Use examples from sectors like renewable energy,
healthcare, or education to illustrate how innovation is transforming industries
in KSA.
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2. Sources of Innovation in KSA (3 marks) (400-500 words)
✓ Chapter 2 outlines the sources of innovation. Discuss how individual creativity,
corporate R&D, and government-funded research contribute to innovation
within KSA. Provide examples of government initiatives, such as the King
Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), and the role of
universities in driving innovation.
3. Types and Patterns of Innovation in KSA (3 marks) (400-500 words)
✓ Explain the different types of innovation (e.g., radical vs. incremental) and how
they impact competitive advantage. How are Saudi companies adopting these
innovations, particularly in the sectors of energy and technology? Discuss with
reference to companies like Saudi Aramco or NEOM.
References (1 Mark)
✓ Support your submission with course material concepts, principles, and theories from
the textbook and at least two scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles unless the
assignment calls for more.
✓ Use proper citation formatting.
Guidelines for Students:
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Use appropriate references from the textbook and external sources, with a focus on
examples from KSA.
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Each answer should highlight KSA’s technological advancement, the role of
government initiatives, and how innovation is being shaped in the context of Vision
2030.
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Each question is worth 3 marks, with marks awarded for clarity, relevance, and use
of examples specific to KSA.
Directions:
✓ All students are encouraged to use their own words.
✓ The assignment should be approximately 1200-1500 words in length.
✓ Use Saudi Electronic University academic writing standards and APA style
guidelines.
✓ Use proper referencing (APA style) to reference, other styles will not be accepted.
✓ Support your submission with course material concepts, principles, and theories from
the textbook and at least two scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles unless the
assignment calls for more.
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✓ It is strongly encouraged that you submit all assignments into the safe assignment
Originality Check prior to submitting it to your instructor for grading and review the
grading rubric to understand how you will be graded for this assignment.
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