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Innovation and Entrepreneurship (M.A.)
Innovation and Entrepreneurship (M.A.)
Duration:4 semesters・120 ECTSDepending on model
Accreditation:state-approvedZFU: 1134322
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Apply by November 30th and use the code WINTER26 to get a €1,444 discount, € 1,444 Cashback and a free iPad.
Start your Master's online study programme in Innovation and Entrepreneurship now
New apps, smart products, sustainable business models: Creative minds around the world are working on innovative business ideas every second. The start-up scene – the heart of a thriving economy – is the driving force behind economic growth and prosperity. Do you want to be one of them.
Then start your consecutive, English-language Master's in Innovation and Entrepreneurship now and learn how to realise your own business ideas and take on leadership responsibility in Innovation Management. In modules such as Business Model Design, Design Thinking or Lean Start Up, you will learn more about how business models are developed and have the chance to concentrate on Artificial Intelligence, International Consumer Behaviour or Global Brand Management. Ready to think outside of the box.
Study flexible
Study flexible
anytime and anywhere with 24/7 online exams, full- or part-time.
Learn innovatively
Learn innovatively
on your digital campus with your own AI study assistant and multimedia tools.
State-recognized
State-recognized
Benefit from an accredited degree with excellent career prospects.
Summary
Your study programme summed up
Study programme & degree
M.A., 120 ECTS credits
Language: en
Full-time or part-time, 100% flexible
Starting date
Start today with Comfort Start – or start any time on your preferred date
Study duration & extension
24, 36, 48 months, depending on model Extension possible free of charge
Locations
Study programme independent of time & place, no mandatory attendance, innovative study tools available on online-campus, AI study assistant Syntea, exams online or at nearest examination centre
Study fees
Starting at 286€/month, depending on model
Current discount campaign
Recognition & Approval
Study program is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned, 120 ECTS - EN: AR-Siegel, ZFU: 1134322
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Course Content
Your programme overview in the Master's online study Programme Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Through the combination of innovation and entrepreneurship, the study programme creates an optimal basis for you to get started in the start-up scene. In modules such as Business Model Design and Digital Business Models, you will learn how to develop successful business models.
…Both traditional and digital business model development play a central role in this. With courses such as Design Thinking, Lean Start Up and Agile Project Management, you equip yourself with the latest management skills for innovation. You also have the opportunity to focus on the Tech track – e.g. in Data Science and Analytics or Big Data – or in the Biz track - e.g. in Corporate Finance and Investment, Performance Measurement, Consumer Behaviour and Brand Management, Leadership or Change. So nothing stands in the way of your mission to bring innovations with potential to the big time.
| Module | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Innovation and Entrepreneurial Ecosystems | 5 |
| Entre- and Intrapreneurship | 5 |
| Strategic Management | 5 |
| Business Model Design | 5 |
| Product Development | 5 |
| Advanced Research Methods | 5 |
| Module | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Applied Marketing Research | 5 |
| Sales and Pricing | 5 |
| Agile Project Management | 5 |
| Lean Start Up | 5 |
| Project: Design Thinking | 5 |
| Seminar: Current Topics of Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 5 |
| Module | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Digital Business Models | 5 |
| Internet of Things | 5 |
| Elective A | 10 |
| Elective B | 10 |
| Module | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Master Thesis | 30 |
| Module | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Elective A | |
| Artificial Intelligence | 10 |
| Big Data | 10 |
| Consumer Behavior and Brand Management | 10 |
| Corporate Finance and Investment | 10 |
| Data Science and Analytics | 10 |
| Digital Transformation | 10 |
| IT Project and Architecture Management | 10 |
| Leadership and Change | 10 |
| Performance Management | 10 |
| Project: Start Up Lab | 10 |
| Elective B | |
| Artificial Intelligence | 10 |
| Big Data | 10 |
| Consumer Behavior and Brand Management | 10 |
| Corporate Finance and Investment | 10 |
| Data Science and Analytics | 10 |
| Digital Transformation | 10 |
| IT Project and Architecture Management | 10 |
| Leadership and Change | 10 |
| Performance Management | 10 |
| Project: Start Up Lab | 10 |
| AI and Mastering AI Prompting | 10 |
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Career
Your professional future as a professional for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The study programme qualifies you for a career in Innovation Management, as well as for entrepreneurial self-employment. After graduation, you will be able to work, for example, as a ...
As a Project Manager of Innovation Projects, you are responsible for all kinds of innovation projects in industrial and service companies. You always work at the interface between product development and marketing.
Your tasks include defining specifications for product and process innovations. In your role, you always ensure that the collaboration between production and marketing runs smoothly.
As a coach for business model innovations, it is your task to analyse industry and sector-specific developments and trends as the foundation for business model innovations. You advise and support innovation teams in defining and implementing new business models.
All our study programmes include the following services
No-obligation trial month
The fees for this period are only charged if you continue your studies with us afterwards.
Extension
Up to 12 months free.
Leave Semester
If you need it.
Study Abroad
Optional, as fits your life.
Microsoft Office
Free for you.
LinkedIn Learning Tutorials
Over 14,000 courses & 1,800 video tutorials.
Online Library
60,000 eBooks & access to Statista.
Study & Career Coaching
Always professional and supportive by your side.
Exchange Opportunities
With lecturers and fellow students.
Eduroam Internet Access
At over 20,000 locations worldwide.
Fees
Study model and prices for the online Master's study programme in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Full-Time
Duration 24 Months
Faster pace – full speed ahead
€473€499/mtl.
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Faster pace – full speed aheadReach your master's [MBA] degree quickly.
For anyone who wants to focus fully on their studies.
Approx. 40 hours of study per week.
Part-Time I
Duration 36 Months
Popular
Medium pace – steady and balanced
€362€379/mtl.
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Medium pace – steady and balancedOur recommendation – and popular with IU students.
Study flexibly alongside work or family and extend your study time moderately.
Approx. 25 hours of study per week.
Part-Time II
Duration 48 Months
Slower pace – slow but steady
€286€299/mtl.
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Slower pace – slow but steadyLearn at a relaxed pace with a light weekly workload.
Ideal if you work full-time and have many other commitments.
Approx. 20 hours of study per week.
Study Part-Time I
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Recognition
Recognition of previous achievements
Do you have vocational training or further education, work experience, or have you already studied? We are happy to assess — even before you apply for your distance learning programme — whether and to what extent we can recognise your prior learning: no obligation and 100% online. Simply complete our online recognition form.
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If you want to take full advantage of our recognition process, make sure to submit your application before the end of your trial month. To reduce your study duration, you can submit your prior learning recognition application at any time — including during your studies. However, a fee reduction can no longer be granted after the trial month has ended.
Admission requirements
Admission requirements
We make it possible: At IU International University of Applied Sciences you can start your desired study programme - without NC, state-recognised, with or without a general A-level!
Completed undergraduate degree in economics or related subjects with at least 180 ECTS
Your degree must be from a state or state-approved higher education institution/university
You must have achieved a final grade of at least “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent to the German grade “befriedigend” in your previous undergraduate degree
Alternatives to the minimum grade (120 ECTS credits)
If you have completed your bachelor's degree with a grade of "sufficient" or grade D equivalent to the German grade “ausreichend” (up to 4.0), you can still be admitted to a master's or MBA program. For this, you need:
A bachelor's degree (grade 3.5 - 4.0) from a state or state-approved higher education institution/university
ANDRelevant study achievements from a master's/MBA programme at a state or state-approved higher education institution/university relevant to the desired master's/MBA programme, with a minimum of 40 ECTS credits
ORA relevant completed master's/MBA degree from a state or state-approved higher education institution/university
ORRelevant qualifications outside of academia which can be credited to you such as further education/training at GQF7 level or – for foreign qualifications such as postgraduate diplomas – equivalent to GQF7 level relevant to the desired master's/MBA programme, with a minimum of 40 ECTS credits
Tip: If you apply for recognition, we can review your relevant achievements and, where possible, credit them towards your study programme in a relevant field.
Exception: To be admitted to the master's programme in Architecture (120 ECTS credits), you must have completed your undergraduate degree with a final grade of at least "good” or grade B equivalent to the German grade "good" (up to 2.5).
Is your undergraduate degree not in the required subject field for the 120 ECTS programme's admission requirements? You can still apply! You'll have to take 2 specific courses from your study programme and successfully complete them before you can start your studies.
Recognition of knowledge and abilities acquired outside of higher education is possible in principle.
The alternative admission requirements represent individual exceptions to the aforementioned General Admission Requirements and ensure that you are qualified to access a master's degree programme. Admission is granted at the discretion of the institution.
Depending on your personal circumstances, you might be required to provide proof of your English language proficiency. Your skills would need to match the B2 level of the Common European Framework (CEF). We accept the following English language skills certificates*:
TOEFL (minimum 80 points) or
IELTS (minimum 6,0 points) or
Duolingo English Test (minimum 95 points) or
Cambridge Certificate (minimum Grade B)
Note: Proof must be provided before starting the study programme and must not be older than five years. Is English your native language, or have you graduated from an English-speaking school or institution of higher education? Then you do not need to prove your English language proficiency. Get in touch with our study advisors for more details.
*IU International University of Applied Sciences may accept other language certificates for English B2 (CEFR) at their discretion.
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