SWITZERLAND DIGITAL THINKING GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Postgraduate / MSc Pathways Programme Code 228 Computer Science & Software Engineering

MSc in Technology and Innovation Management

An applied Swiss-inspired curriculum combining algorithmic rigour, systems architecture, digital trust and practical engineering capability for modern technology leaders.

Duration 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Curriculum Model Postgraduate Degree Candidate
Delivery Mode Full-Time / Hybrid Delivery
Next Intakes October & February
CURRICULUM ARCHITECTURE

Academic Overview & Learning Objectives

The MSc in Technology and Innovation Management at Brookfield School of Computing is engineered to provide deep competency across core computer science, systems design, and targeted domain applications. Students develop fluency in software craftsmanship, distributed architectures, algorithm optimization, and data governance.

Instruction balances rigorous theoretical foundations with practical code repositories, laboratory simulations, and ethical technology review aligned with modern international computing standards.

Modular code development & test coverage
Secure systems design & vulnerability mitigation
Distributed computing & cloud orchestration
Ethical technology & algorithmic transparency
MODULAR SYLLABUS

Curriculum Structure by Academic Section

Semester 1
9 Modules
Code Module Title Type Discipline & Learning Outcome
MGT711 Strategic Management of Technological Innovation & Competitive Advantage Theory Evaluate architectural vs disruptive innovation, dynamic capabilities, industry standards wars and competitive positioning in Technology and Innovation Management.
MGT712 Technology Roadmapping & Competitive Intelligence Studio Practical Construct comprehensive technology roadmaps, competitive patent landscape maps and technology radar charts.
MGT713 Platform Economics, Two-Sided Markets & Network Effects Theory Model multi-sided platform pricing, chicken-and-egg launch strategies, platform governance and API ecosystems.
MGT714 Digital Product Strategy & Discovery Workshop (Jobs-to-be-Done) Practical Execute product discovery sprints, user story mapping and design thinking validation for emerging digital products.
MGT715 Technology Forecasting, Delphi Methods & Scenario Planning in Technology and Innovation Management Theory Deconstruct technology S-curves, Bass diffusion models, scenario planning matrices and horizon scanning techniques.
MGT716 Scenario Modeling & Monte Carlo Technology Risk Studio Practical Model uncertain market adoption scenarios and technological risk distributions using Monte Carlo simulation tools.
MGT717 Empirical Research Methods in Technology & Innovation Management Theory Design empirical survey instruments, longitudinal econometric regression and qualitative field research.
MGT718 Product Analytics & Experimentation Studio (A/B Testing) Practical Design sequential A/B testing frameworks, calculate sample size power and analyze user cohort retention curves.
MGT719 Swiss & Global Intellectual Property Strategy, Patents & Tech Transfer Theory Examine international patent drafting, freedom-to-operate searches, licensing royalty structures and university spin-offs.
Semester 2
9 Modules
Code Module Title Type Discipline & Learning Outcome
MGT721 Corporate Innovation, Venture Studios & Intrapreneurship in Technology and Innovation Management Theory Evaluate ambidextrous organization designs, internal corporate incubators, corporate venture capital and spinoff spin-ins.
MGT722 Corporate Venture Studio & Pitch Deck Engineering Workshop Practical Structure complete investment memos, venture capitalization tables and investor pitch decks for internal corporate spin-offs.
MGT723 AI Governance, Algorithmic Ethics & Enterprise Compliance Strategy Theory Formulate corporate AI principles, model risk management (SR 11-7), algorithmic auditing and Swiss data ethics boards.
MGT724 Algorithmic Auditing & AI Governance Implementation Studio Practical Conduct an algorithmic impact assessment, model bias audit and author an enterprise AI policy manual.
MGT725 Global Supply Chain Digitization, Resilience & Geopolitics Theory Analyze semiconductor supply chain vulnerabilities, nearshoring strategies, geopolitical trade sanctions and digital twins.
MGT726 Supply Chain Risk Simulation & Resilience Mapping Lab Practical Map multi-tier supply chain dependencies and simulate global logistics disruptions using network graph modeling.
MGT727 Digital Product Management: Monetization, Pricing & Growth Theory Model SaaS unit economics (LTV/CAC), freemium conversion funnels, usage-based pricing and product-led growth (PLG).
MGT728 SaaS Economics & Financial Valuation Modeling Studio Practical Build dynamic SaaS financial models projecting recurring revenue (ARR), net retention (NDR) and cash flow runways.
MGT729 Enterprise Strategy Case Study & Collaborative Capstone Design Practical Deliver a comprehensive technology innovation or digital transformation strategy addressing a major industry firm in Technology and Innovation Management.
Semester 3
9 Modules
Code Module Title Type Discipline & Learning Outcome
MGT731 Frontiers in Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) & Digital Governance Theory Critically assess decentralized governance mechanisms, quadratic voting, liquid democracy and autonomous smart entities.
MGT732 Decentralized Governance & Smart Contract Voting Lab Practical Deploy on-chain governance voting contracts, multi-signature treasury controls and proposal execution pipelines.
MGT733 Executive C-Suite Leadership, Boardroom Strategy & Investor Relations Theory Master executive communication, board meeting management, shareholder activism and technology investor relations.
MGT734 Digital Transformation Portfolio Management & OKR Studio Practical Establish enterprise Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), strategic project portfolios and executive milestone tracking.
MGT735 Technology Policy, Transnational Regulation & Antitrust in Big Tech Theory Evaluate EU Digital Markets Act (DMA), Digital Services Act (DSA), antitrust precedents and global tech governance.
MGT736 MSc Technology and Innovation Management Thesis Proposal Colloquium & Defense Practical Author and defend a formal scientific master's research proposal specifying corporate innovation case studies.
MGT737 Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) in Tech, Due Diligence & Integration Theory Deconstruct tech acquisition due diligence, software architecture valuation, code quality audits and post-merger integration.
MGT738 Pre-Thesis Strategic Framework Prototyping & Pilot Lab Practical Construct initial experimental strategic management models and gather preliminary corporate validation metrics.
MGT739 Industry Strategy Practicum & Executive Advisory Engagement Practical Engage with executive leadership teams to assess real-world technology portfolios and organizational capabilities.
Semester 4
9 Modules
Code Module Title Type Discipline & Learning Outcome
MGT741 MSc Technology and Innovation Management Dissertation: Empirical Methodology & Strategic Case Design Practical Formulate the empirical research design, executive interview protocols and corporate benchmarking metrics in Technology and Innovation Management.
MGT742 MSc Technology and Innovation Management Dissertation: Strategic Framework Engineering & Innovation Model Practical Engineer the complete strategic innovation framework, governance model or technology roadmap in Technology and Innovation Management.
MGT743 MSc Technology and Innovation Management Dissertation: Empirical Validation & Strategic Impact Assessment Practical Execute rigorous qualitative/quantitative evaluations, cross-industry case analyses and statistical validations.
MGT744 Critical Literature Synthesis & State-of-the-Art Analysis in Technology and Innovation Management Theory Synthesize academic publications from Strategic Management Journal, Research Policy and Harvard Business Review.
MGT745 Scalability Benchmarking, Strategic Risk Audit & Viability Verification Practical Subject the strategic framework to multi-scenario economic stress tests, risk audits and feasibility analysis.
MGT746 Scientific Manuscript Preparation & Peer Review in Technology and Innovation Management Theory Author a publication-ready academic manuscript adhering to top-tier technology and innovation management standards.
MGT747 Executive Strategic Direction & Corporate Board Advisory Theory Translate specialized technology strategy research into actionable board-level executive advisories and corporate policies.
MGT748 Comprehensive Strategy Portfolio & Reproducible Framework Package Practical Package reproducible strategic models, executive briefing decks, data templates and technical documentation in Technology and Innovation Management.
MGT749 MSc Technology and Innovation Management Thesis Oral Defense & Public Academic Viva Voce Practical Defend the novel scientific thesis and strategic management framework before an academic examination committee.
Pathway Snapshot
  • Target Award Private Master of Science Candidate
  • Study Level Postgraduate / MSc Pathways
  • Language English
  • Delivery Full-Time / Hybrid Delivery
Eligibility Guidelines

Recognized Bachelor Degree in computing, engineering, mathematics, quantitative discipline or relevant technical equivalence. English proficiency IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent.

Institutional Disclosure

Brookfield School of Computing is an independent private education institution in formation. Academic programmes, entry requirements, fees and awards are subject to institutional review and applicable Swiss legal regulations.