Digital Transformation
| Module title | Digital Transformation |
|---|---|
| Module code | BEMM496Z |
| Academic year | 2024/5 |
| Credits | 30 |
| Module staff | Dr Lisa Harris (Convenor) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 12 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 25 |
|---|
Module description
This module will introduce you to the fundamentals of digital transformation through study of a range of practical examples. Organisations must position themselves for success in the digital era to be sustainable. For new ventures, it means creating structures and working practices appropriate to the dynamic environment. For established organisations, it means transforming existing structures and ways of working to meet current and future needs. while continuing to meet the expectations of existing clients, employees and other stakeholders. Consequently, digital transformation activities are becoming increasingly strategic across public, private and third sectors.
You will also assess the implications for career development within these disruptive environments. This means building the digital skills required for success such as effective workplace communications across hybrid locations, the use of collaborative online tools, and the importance of ethical behaviour and wellbeing.
Module aims - intentions of the module
This module will help you to:
- develop the knowledge and skills to apply key concepts of digital transformation in a range of different public and private sector contexts.
- appreciate the opportunities and challenges of digital transformation in both new and established organisations.
- build your own digital skills for career and personal development
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Discuss the implications of digital transformation for how we live, learn and work
- 2. Review major digital transformation case studies and their impact
- 3. Articulate how the combination of data and technological developments are changing the business landscape
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 4. Critically evaluate the strategic decisions needed to convert digital opportunities into competitive advantage
- 5. Assess the importance of leadership and culture change in delivering successful transformation
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 6. Demonstrate awareness of the role of digital transformation in terms of the changing nature and location of employment
- 7. Develop the key digital communication and collaboration skills essential for success in contemporary workspaces
Syllabus plan
The big picture: living, learning and working in a digital society
- Data, technology and people as key building blocks of the digital economy
- Platform business models
- Case studies of digital transformation
- Innovation and culture change
Delivering organisational change
- The changing nature and location of careers in the digital economy
- Building critical digital skills for the workspace
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 120 | 180 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching activities | 120 | Structured readings, videos and activities |
| Guided Independent Study | 180 | Collaborative discussions and related activities, weekly reflections |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly reflections on progress | 1-2 hours per week | 1-7 | Educator feedback within module |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio - introductory elements (due in week 6) | 20 | Portfolio Introduction 100t0 word equivalen | 1-7 | General feedback provided on ELE |
| Completed portfolio (due in week 12) | 80 | Portfolio (4000 words equivalent) will include a combination of weekly diary-based reflections, Infographics, blog/posts/video-based presentations | 1-7 | General feedback provided on ELE |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio Introduction | Portfolio | 1-7 | Referral/Deferral period |
| Portfolio | Portfolio | 1-7 | Referral/Deferral period |
Re-assessment notes
Deferral – if you have been deferred for any assessment you will be expected to submit the relevant assessment. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.
Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 50%) you will be expected to submit the relevant assessment.. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of referral will be capped at 50%.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Basic reading:resources and activities will be provided within the module on a week-by-week basis
Indicative learning resources - Other resources
Other resources:
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www.ExeterINDEX.org The Initiative in Digital Economy at Exeter
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www.digit.ac.uk? The DIGIT Lab Research Centre
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ide.mit.edu/? MIT Initiative in Digital Business
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digitaleconomy.stanford.edu/ Stanford Digital Economy Lab
| Credit value | 30 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 15 |
| Module pre-requisites | None |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 7 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 12/04/2024 |
| Last revision date | 12/05/2024 |
