Program Overview

Course Overview

The course "Intrapreneurship in healthcare" is offered by the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) with the course code IŘ6602.

Course Details

• Credits: 7.5
• Level: Further education, higher degree level
• Course start: Spring 2026
• Duration: 1 semester
• Language of instruction: Norwegian
• Location: Trondheim
• Examination arrangement: Assignment

About the Course

Course Content

• Introduction to entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship theory
• Exploration of taking on the role as a change agent and an intrapreneur in healthcare
• Idea search and project development in one's organization
• Communication, project support, and project management

Learning Outcome

Participants will develop an understanding of entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship, and change processes in the healthcare system. Through this course, participants will be able to recognize/create entrepreneurial opportunities in their organization and implement a new project that will create new value.

Learning Methods and Activities

Various digital educational offerings. The semester starts with a kick-off seminar that will be held online. Students must be affiliated with an organization (relevant to the healthcare system) where the student can explore ideas as an intrapreneur and subsequently implement a new, value-creating project. The learning activities can include both individual work and group work.

Evaluation and Requirements

Further on Evaluation

The assessment method is the submission of a written assignment.

Required Previous Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
• Employment in an organization relevant to healthcare

Course Materials

Course materials are provided at the start of the semester.

Subject Areas

• Entrepreneurship

Academic Responsibility

The Department of Industrial Economics and Technology Management has academic responsibility for the course.