Entrepreneurship and Innovation
The world needs next-generation leaders who can identify opportunities, turn ideas into action, and drive sustainable growth. This programme equips you with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to make that impact.
You will explore topics such as creativity and business creation, innovation and transformation, sustainable scaling, and entrepreneurial ecosystems. Along the way, you will strengthen your critical and creative thinking, digital fluency, and ethical responsibility. Our education is grounded in a Nordic approach that emphasises sustainability, equality, innovation, and long-term value creation.
The programme welcomes students from diverse academic backgrounds beyond business. As long as you hold at least 15 ECTS in business administration, you can build on your unique perspective while gaining advanced expertise in entrepreneurship and innovation.
From ideas to impact
At JIBS, theory and practice are closely connected. You will learn in a collaborative, professional environment that’s both stimulating and fun. It’s a place where you can try out entrepreneurial ideas, connect with funding agencies, and join competitions and other activities supported by Science Park Jönköping.
Through applied projects dealing with real-world challenges, you’ll sharpen your ability to start a business, as well as design, implement, and manage innovation processes in an engaging and safe space that encourages you to step outside your comfort zone. The programme concludes with a 15-credit master’s thesis, where you apply your knowledge to a focused topic in entrepreneurship or innovation.
- ECTS transcript – If you are still completing your Bachelor’s degree, upload an ECTS transcript showing the subjects you have studied, your grades, and the number of credits awarded. Your Bachelor’s diploma must be uploaded later, as soon as you receive it.
- Bachelor’s diploma – If you have already graduated, upload your Bachelor’s diploma. A separate ECTS transcript is not required.
Note: Your Bachelor’s degree must be in the same or a related field as the Master’s programme you are applying for. The university will check whether you have completed enough relevant subjects and ECTS credits.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending where you completed your bachelor education.
Note:
- Motivation Letter – A motivation letter is a required document when applying to the programmes at this university. The letter must be no longer than 1,000 words.
- Interview – You may be invited to an interview as part of the admission process.
Applicants have to prove their English language skills either by an internationally recognized language test or upon previous studies. Usually English language skills can be proved by the following documents:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- Higher education degree completed in English
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
The applicant must hold the minimum of a Bachelor's degree (i.e the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university) with at least 15 credits in business administration.
With a master’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, you will be ready to launch your own venture or take on roles such as business developer, innovation manager, or change leader in start-ups, corporations, public organisations, or NGOs. Your ability to combine creativity, analytical skills, and responsible leadership will make you well equipped to drive sustainable growth and transformation.
You may also choose to continue into doctoral studies and an academic career.
Graduate as an entrepreneur and innovator — prepared to turn ideas into action and create lasting impact in business and society.
