COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master’s program in Innovation Management trains students to create, develop, and implement innovations across products, services, processes, and business models. The program focuses on building creativity, project management, portfolio management, and other essential innovation management skills. Students benefit from state-of-the-art academic knowledge and the practical insights of professionals from multinational companies and innovative start-ups, delivered through real-life teaching cases, interactive guest lectures, company visits, and business projects. This combination of theory and practice prepares graduates to tackle complex innovation challenges and drive impactful solutions in various organisational settings.The curriculum includes core courses that provide a solid foundation in innovation management. These courses are Strategy of Innovation, Organisation of Innovation, Implementing Innovations, Design Thinking, Innovation Clinic, Positive Impact Seminar, and the master’s thesis. Together, they equip students with both strategic and practical skills to manage innovation effectively, from conceptualisation to implementation.Elective courses allow students to tailor their learning to specific interests and emerging trends in innovation. Options include 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, and Foresight and Future Thinking. These electives give students opportunities to explore specialised topics, gain practical insights, and develop expertise in areas that align with their career goals.Overall, the program provides a comprehensive education in innovation management, combining theoretical understanding, practical experience, and exposure to cutting-edge developments. Graduates are prepared to lead innovation initiatives, implement new business solutions, and contribute effectively to the growth and transformation of organisations in dynamic and competitive environments.