ROTTERDAM SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT · NETHERLANDS
MSc Management of Innovation
Master's · Taught in en
At a glance
12 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€26k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Master's
Level
- 68average number of students in cohort
- 29%international students in programme
- 100% of graduates employed within 6 monthspost-graduation employment rate
- Consulting, Information Technology, Constructionexample industries for graduates
- Business Developer, Product Manager, Innovation Strategistexample job titles for graduates
- Research-based and experience-driven learningprogramme approach
The MSc Management of Innovation program equips inquisitive, creative, and motivated students with the skills to find innovative solutions to current challenges and capitalize on new business opportunities. You will learn to develop innovation strategies, foster creative ideas, manage innovation projects, and understand scientific theories and business case studies. The program emphasizes applying learned concepts to real societal issues and business situations through interactive learning with professors and peers.
Curriculum
The MSc in Management of Innovation is a one-academic-year program consisting of 60 ECTS. Core courses are mandatory and taken in the autumn semester (22 ECTS), covering foundational aspects of innovation management. The spring semester includes electives (18 ECTS), with the option to choose one elective from another MSc program or replace an elective with an internship or business project. The program concludes with a master thesis project (20 ECTS). Core courses and electives are subject to change annually, and while efforts are made to accommodate student choices for electives, places are not guaranteed.
- Autumn Semester
- Strategy of InnovationBM02MI
- Organisation of InnovationBM03MI
- Implementing InnovationsBM08MI
- Design ThinkingBM10MI
- Innovation ClinicBMHONMI
- Positive Impact SeminarBM12MI
- Spring Semester
- High Performance Leadership
- Innovation and Standardisation Management
- Open Innovation
- Circular Economy
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Coaching for Innovation
- New Business Development
- MI Company-based research project
- Managing innovation in the Web3 era
- Digital Transformation in Healthcare
- Foresight and Future Thinking
- Medical Innovation and Intellectual Property
- Throughout the year
- Master Thesis Project
Careers
Graduates are prepared for roles in various industries, including consulting, information technology, and construction. The program aims to equip students with the skills to pursue roles such as business developers, product managers, and innovation strategists.
- Business Developer
- Product Manager
- Innovation Strategist
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degreeA relevant bachelor's degree is required. For specific details, please refer to the 'Find out if you're eligible' link.
Please refer to the admission requirements page for detailed eligibility criteria.
Fees
Tuition (international)€25,800 per year for non-EEA students.
Tuition (home)€2,695 per year for EEA students.
Living—
Fees are subject to change. Please verify with the university.
How to apply
1. Check EligibilityReview the admission requirements to ensure you meet the criteria for the program.
2. Submit ApplicationComplete and submit your application online before the deadline of May 15th.
3. Await DecisionApplications are reviewed, and decisions are communicated.
Accreditation
Accredited by relevant bodies (logos visible on page indicate accreditation).