Dear Students,

Essay 26 for the MIRS course – Evaluation and Management of R&D Projects is now available.

As you will see, the assignment is designed to help you apply the analytical frameworks discussed in class to a concrete innovation opportunity.

The objective is not to produce an exhaustive report, but a structured and well-argued management decision memo combining strategic fit, market logic, financial attractiveness, risk assessment and a clear recommendation.

Please read the brief carefully, including the assignment rules, expected structure and submission requirements.

Key dates:
Submission deadline: April 26, by COB
Presentations: April 28

Should you have any clarification questions, please raise them in class or by email.

Best regards,
Ana Casaca & Marco Ferraz

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