Network Training

Development of innovation networks

The informal transfer of knowledge between employees throughout the entire innovation process is a critical success factor for businesses. Additionally, active participation of businesses in R&D networks (together with universities, research institutes, suppliers and customers) are key drivers for the development of an innovation strategy. With the Network Training for Managers we respond to both key factors and offer an approach to network thinking on a managerial level. 

Objectives and contents

This training addresses the need to develop organisational networks. It provides structured management approaches for the systematic development and management of departmental, divisional or organisation-wide innovation teams and networks. The training is based on key elements for the complexity management.

• Network concepts: structures, roles and positions
• Methods for the systematic analysis and evaluation of networks
• Management of knowledge and innovation networks
• Finding experts
• Identification of knowledge communities and communities of practice (CoP)
• Support of knowledge transfer
• Company-related services for employees who intend to create and facilitate a network.

Who should attend

The training is designed for top-level managers as well as R&D executives, innovation managers, and knowledge managers (i.e. members of top-level management).

Typical duration

Training duration is ½ - 1 day. The in-house training may vary in duration and complexity according to your business needs. If you require further training on any aspect of network development and management, please contact us.