Global Management of Innovation and Technology
The management of innovation and new technologies is more important than ever. Building smart and sustainable solutions for organisations requires a wide set of skills and capabilities that this master's programme offers.
To prepare for the future, both large multinational enterprises and small new start-ups around the world are continuously looking for talented graduates who are capable of systemic thinking, who have an innovative and international mindset, and who understand how to manage innovations and new technologies effectively.
The slogan of this programme,"Build your own future", means that your studies will include both breadth and depth. You will need a broad managerial understanding of various systems within an organisation and their development, renewal and innovation. At the same time, you will be able to focus on specific sectors and select technical studies, electives and projects based on your own background, needs and future visions.
During your studies, you will be exposed to concepts that you will need as an effective manager, ranging from inventive design to strategic product and technology development, systems modelling or open collaborative innovation. Briefly, you will become familiar with the whole process from ideas to innovations to business value.
More importantly, applying theories and frameworks to real practical projects is an essential step in the learning process. Close collaboration with industrial firms will ensure the practical real-world application of new knowledge and theories. The connection with companies during the course projects, seminar assignments or your Master's thesis will be an asset for your future career.
You must complete one of the following degrees:
- Bachelor of Science in Technology OR closely related to Technology
Completed in a University - All Countries
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration or Economics
Completed in a University - EU/EEA countries or Switzerland
- Bachelor of Engineering
Completed in a University - EU/EEA countries or Switzerland
- Bachelor of Business Administration
Completed in a University - EU/EEA countries or Switzerland
AND you must have completed
- a sufficient amount of studies in Industrial Engineering and Management, Information Technology, Mathematics, Statistics or Physics
The programme Admissions Committee reserves the right to decide whether the studies completed qualify the applicant to apply to the programme.
1. Additional documents. Your application must include:
- Letter of Motivation max. one page
Upload your Letter of Motivation explaining why you wish to study in the programme. Explain why you wish to apply to this programme. Indicate through examples on how your strengths seen from the academic or other aspect are related to this programme and how graduating from this programme would support your career plans in the future. Feel free to list also other issues for your motivation towards studying in this programme.
- Letter of Recommendation
Upload a scan for a Letter of Recommendation; no special format required.
2. Interview. Applicants that meet educational, motivation and recommendation requirments will be invited to an interview.
The following elements will be evaluated:
- Communication skills
- Motivation
- Background knowledge in the field of study for the programme
- Overall impression
Global supplier–customer relationships and business networks give talented young professionals various opportunities in the fields of management of innovations and technologies, industrial sales and marketing, operations management, and technology analysis and sourcing.
Graduates from this programme have found jobs as project managers, export managers, key account managers, supply managers, analysts, business application specialists, operative purchasers, technology innovation managers and consultants.
You will also have a firm basis for doctoral studies in the field of industrial engineering and management.
