This book is written as an introductory text for business leaders who currently
manage research and development (R&D) organizations or those who aim to do so in the future.
In this book, we depict the picture of the ideal company for the future and describe
how R&D management should be conducted within that image.

【table of contents】
Session 0
1. Technology Management and R&D Management

Session I: Overview of Research and Development Management
2. R&D Management Method
3. Organization of R&D Management
4. Technology Development and R&D Strategy

Session II: Research and Development Proposals and
Practices
5. Technology Roadmapping
6. R&D Projects and Specific Planning Methods, and Selection and Evaluation Methods
7. Portfolio Management and Intellectual Property Strategy

Session III: Organization Building and Human Resource
Development in R&D
8. The Essence of Creativity
9. Organization and Human Resource Development in R&D Investment
10. Research and Development Finance
11. Ethics for Research and Development Professionals

Session IV: Long-Term Vision for Research and Development
12. Innovation Management