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This textbook is for final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students studying innovation management, technology management and entrepreneurship and innovation. Integrating innovative practices is fundamental for any business to become more agile and competitive when responding to internal and external factors. With this comprehensive textbook students will understand how to navigate the complex field of innovation, learning the importance of creating and capturing value for sustainable business growth. Innovation Management covers:Nikhil Soi is an innovative and dedicated educator with over a decade of experience in Management, Marketing, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. He is renowned for fostering a dynamic learning environment that emphasizes lifelong learning, adaptation to dynamic industries, and the practical application of business theories. Nikhil is passionate about mentoring and inspiring students to become future leaders. Nikhil currently serves as a Professor of Practice in Management and Entrepreneurship at Hult International Business School in London. In this role, he has designed and taught course curriculums to meet industry standards for a diverse student body from over 150 countries. He has successfully mentored over 500 students in innovation and entrepreneurship projects and has been an academic mentor and advisor to over 300 graduates and postgraduate students.
Nikhil's expertise spans research, data analysis, learning and development, entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence, career counselling, teaching pedagogy, project management, and corporate communication. He remains committed to the growth and success of his students, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to thrive in an ever-evolving business landscape. His work has consistently focused on skill development, employability, and career readiness, achieving significant success in student placements and career outcomes.Asmita Singh Bisen is an accomplished educator and professional with extensive experience in academic operations, quality management, and curriculum development.
Currently serving as the Faculty Program Coordinator at Hult International Business School in London, Asmita excels in enhancing faculty services, curriculum preparation, and academic operations. Her innovative approach has led to significant improvements in teaching quality and student experience. Previously, Asmita worked as an Assistant Manager at O.P. Jindal Global University, where she maintained and analyzed student data to improve academic outcomes. Her teaching career includes a tenure as an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at IIMT College of Engineering, where she developed course materials and taught subjects such as Robotics Engineering and Quality Management.Liliana Caimacan is a distinguished academic and strategy consultant with deep expertise in marketing, innovation development and deployment, and strategy design, implementation, and adaptation. She specializes in innovation capability and strategy development, design thinking, creative problem-solving, future-proofing, and innovative innovation management.
An experienced international business leader, Liliana has been driving transformational growth across brands and portfolios to achieve significant business results for over 20 years. She is a leading expert in innovations, customer engagement, digital marketing, and business transformation within the FMCG and pharma industries, working with top blue-chip companies such as Unilever, Tata, and KRKA on world-class brands and portfolios. Liliana has extensive marketing and leadership experience across multi-category, multi-brand, and multicultural environments. She has a proven track record of shaping and unlocking opportunities, implementing digital business transformation, and accelerating business growth though innovation. Currently, Liliana is a full-time professor of practice at Hult International Business School, where she teaches on trends and innovations, business transformation, brand management, and customer engagement subjects. Additionally, she is an associate professor at Westminster University U, where she teaches strategy, marketing, and innovations. She also serves as an associate professor at South Mediterranean Business School in Tunisia, teaching business transformation and project management. Furthermore, she is involved in developing and teaching business strategy courses at Ashridge University and Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies in Noida, India.Daniel Rukare is a distinguished academic and strategy consultant with deep expertise in strategy design, implementation, and adaptation. He specializes in futureproofing, resilience, and innovative business modelling.
With over two decades in academia, Daniel served on the Academic Board for 6 years-the apex governance body-of Hult International Business School, a triple-accredited institution. The board has championed the introduction of a Doctoral program and Executive Education initiatives. He has played a pivotal role in curriculum development and accreditation, contributing to accreditations from esteemed bodies such as QAA, EQUIS, NECHE, AMBA, and AACSB.