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Core Module Information
Module title: Introduction to Digital Transformation
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: ENT11115
Module leader: Fabio Neves Da Rocha
School The Business School
Subject area group: Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module will provide you with opportunities to develop and demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of digital transformation as a process, involving its components and how they are articulated. The anatomy of digital transformation will be analysed by providing an understanding of different theoretical models that focus on strategies, structure, culture and business models, and myths about the process.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Appraise the theoretical and conceptual bases of Digital Transformation, including emerging Digital Technologies such as AI, machine learning, and big data analytics

LO2: Synthesise major theories, concepts, and principles associated with Digital Transformation

LO3: Evaluate, appraise, and critique ideas, models, and concepts of Digital Transformation in diverse business contexts, for instance, private and public business settings

LO4: Formulate strategies that respond effectively to Digital Transformation’s challenges and opportunities.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 1, IN PERSON,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: IN PERSON
Location of delivery: CRAIGLOCKHAR
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Fabio Neves Da Rocha
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 10 10 x one-hour lectures spread over 12 weeks to provide you with structured learning opportunities and theoretical grounding to support the module's independent learning objectives.
Face To Face Tutorial 20 10 x in-person tutorials delivering practical application of theory covered in lectures. These will serve to reinforce and clarify concepts, providing a space for collaborative discussion and application of the independent learning conducted by you.
Online Guided independent study 170 You will engage in a self-guided exploration of digital transformation. Independent learning is emphasised through critical evaluation and strategic application both individually and through group work.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Essay 30 1 Week 7 , WORDS= 1,500 Individual essay of 1,500 words about the digital transformation of a setting (e.g., an organisation, and industry) bringing to the surface several aspects that will be addressed during the programme
Oral Assessment 35 2~3~4 Week 13 HOURS= 20 minutes Group poster presentation focussing on topics of the anatomy of Digital Transformation (e.g., strategy, business models, etc.).The topics will be assigned to each of the groups, and each group will be assigned as a discussant of another group’s presentation.
Essay 35 2~3~4 Week 12 , WORDS= 1,000 Group essay of 1,000 words explaining in details the poster's Digital Transformation components (e.g., strategy, business models, etc.).
Component 1 subtotal: 30
Component 2 subtotal: 70
Module subtotal: 100

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