This course is part of the EIT Digital I&E Minor. The aim of the study is to prepare the students for being able

• to apply, synthesize and evaluate their prior I&E related learning in a real business case,
• to conduct business analysis, and to come to decisions in case studies,
• to select appropriate concept/methods and tools for the analysis,
• to present their results in a professional manner.

I&E Study have both individual and group assignment.

Group assignment:

Students will work in teams of around 4 students. Each group will be given a business challenge.

The business analysis shall cover the following steps:

• Identification of the relevant challenge/question,
• Acquisition of applicable concepts/methods/tools,
• Observations (data collection) on a selected part of the case,
• Analysis and interpretation.

Individual assignment:

Student shall accomplish online assignments, which prepare them for the business analysis.

Independent and team work under the guidance of the supervisor.

Students are supposed to get acquainted with the subject, accomplish literature survey, conduct analysis and submit a written report. The report should cover the following parts: challenge identification, concept acquisition, data collection, analysis and interpretation, conclusion.

The instructor may ask teams to prepare an oral presentation at the end of the course.

Final grade is based 65% on group assignment and 35% on individual assignment grade.

Delayed submission of the report is possible by the end of the week following the courses (supplementary week).

Students are supposed to work both independently and in team on their topics under the guidance of the supervisor. Supervisor is available during the scheduled class meetings, and at optional occasions based on mutual individual agreement.