MSc Business Innovation

The MSc Business Innovation programme at Birkbeck University of London is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of business innovation. The course covers a wide range of topics, including entrepreneurship, management, marketing, and finance, with a focus on how these concepts can be applied to drive innovation in businesses. Students will learn how to identify opportunities for innovation, develop new products and services, and navigate the challenges of bringing new ideas to market. The programme is ideal for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in business innovation or who want to enhance their existing skills and knowledge in this area.

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The MSc Business Innovation programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and project work. Students will have the opportunity to engage with real-world business challenges through collaborations with external partners and to apply their knowledge and skills to solve practical problems. The programme also offers opportunities for students to gain practical experience through internships or consultancy projects.

Unlock Your Potential at Birkbeck University of London

Birkbeck University of London is a world-renowned institution that is well-known for its academic excellence and innovative teaching practices. The university offers a diverse range of courses, including business and management programmes, which are designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen careers. Birkbeck has a strong research focus, and the MSc Business Innovation programme is no exception, offering students the opportunity to learn from leading experts in the field and to contribute to cutting-edge research projects.

Business innovation has become crucial for corporate success and national competitiveness. On our MSc Business Innovation, you will learn how business innovation is a multifaceted process involving not only technological change but also:

business model innovation

new forms of organization

new skill sets

new working processes.

Our MSc Business Innovation offers you a comprehensive understanding of a range of business innovation issues including innovation drivers; innovation systems at national, regional, and sectoral levels; strategic management of innovation processes; globalization of innovation; the role of networks and social capital; big data; data-driven decision-making; issues related to science, technology and innovation policy.

Business innovation graduates can pursue career paths in management, business, industry, and policymaking. They can be found in all kinds of businesses and organizations and are employable wherever there is the management of innovation needs. Possible professions include:

human resources officer

management consultant

operational researcher

logistics and distribution manager

marketing executive

systems analyst

The MSc also provides a strong foundation for Ph.D. research in this area.

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Our standard postgraduate entry requirement is a second-class honors degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university or an equivalent international qualification.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.