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Digital Innovation & Intrapreneurship

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Overview

Start your online Master in Digital Innovation and Intrapreneurship

Innovative and risk-taking professionals are a necessity for any company looking to grow and expand its operations and portfolio. With this unique Master’s programme in Digital Innovation and Intrapreneurship, you’ll be given the right theoretical knowledge and practical skills to pair with natural hunt for originality and thinking outside the box.

This advanced study programme is designed for graduates with a Bachelor’s degree, with at least one year of relevant and qualified professional work experience. 

Once you’ve successfully graduate with a online Master’s degree in Digital Innovation and Intrapreneurship, you’ll have what it takes to lead innovation efforts in enterprises as an in-house game changer or an external consultant.

Your online degree summed up

All the facts and figures about your study programme at a glance
Study model
Master of Arts (M.A.)
60 ECTS
Language: English
Study duration
12 - 24 months (depending on time model)
Start online studies: any time
Tuition fees
Starting from € 415 (US$ 450)* per month

*based on the exchange rate from 15.03.2023 09:05 AM (CET)
Accreditation
60 ECTS - English
Accredited in line with German and European standards
ZFU 1133622
Past education recognised
Save time and earn your degree faster by having your previous achievements/experience recognised
100 % flexible

You decide where and when you want to study

Versatile & Innovative

Your digital learning journey with personal support!

Top-Level Education

First-class study programmes with a recommendation rate of 96 %

Study contents

Online course overview

The 60 ECTS Master’s in Digital Innovation and Intrapreneurship programme focuses on further honing and developing your entrepreneurial skills and vision, in order for you to help implement digital innovation processes in your future place of employment.

You’ll explore closely the macro- and microeconomics of entrepreneurship, how to inspire and support inner company innovation initiatives and how to develop digital business models, based on modern management methods.

In the second semester of this programme, you’ll acquire further specialist knowledge through one of the offered elective courses, and work on developing your technical or marketing knowledge based on your career ambitions.

Semester 1
ModuleECTS

Innovation and Entrepreneurial Ecosystems

5

Entre- and Intrapreneurship

5

Digital Business Models

5

Disruptive Innovation

5

Hybrid Project Management in Digital Transformation

5

Advanced Research Methods

5

Semester 2
ModuleECTS

Seminar: Current Topics of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

5

Elective A

10

Master Thesis and Colloquium

15

Electives overview

Elective A

In your 2nd semester, you'll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:

Module

ECTS

Start Up Lab

10

Artificial Intelligence

10

Data Science and Analytics

10

Big Data

10

IT Project and Architecture Management

10

Corporate Finance and Investment

10

Consumer Behavior and Brand Management

10

Leadership and Change

10

Performance Management

10

Product Development and Design Thinking

10

Agile Start Up Methods

10

Module guide

Module guide

Online course schedule

Course schedule

Admission

Entry requirements

How To Start Your Degree with the Online Degree Saver Programme:

Once you've enrolled and started on your studies, you'll have access to a part of your courses, based on the time model you choose. You will be registered as a student only after 50% of the total ECTS have been successfully completed. Then you will gain access to the rest of your courses, and will be able to finish your degree.

The admissions documents must be provided in English or German, if they were not issued in one of these two languages, a translation is required. If you need to translate your documents, we can help refer you to our trusted translation partners. You can find more details here.

General admission requirements
  • Completed undergraduate degree with 240 ECTS.
  • Your degree must be from a state or state-recognised higher education institution/university
  • You must have achieved a final grade of at least “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent in your previous undergraduate degree
  • Proof of at least one year’s professional work experience completed prior to the start of study programme. Work experience must have been gained after completion of your undergraduate studies
Further admission opportunities

Depending on your previous education, the following entry options are applicable for the 60-ECTS Master’s degree:

  • Undergraduate degree with 210 ECTS: you can bridge the gap of 30 ECTS with the proof of one year qualified work experience
  • Undergraduate degree with 180 ECTS: you can bridge the gap of 60 ECTS with the proof of two years qualified work experience

Recognition of knowledge and abilities acquired outside of higher education is possible in principle.

Work experience

For the 60 ECTS programme: 

  • Proof of at least one year’s qualified work experience completed prior to the start of the study programme (the work experience must be gained after the completion of your undergraduate studies).
  • Don’t have a year’s worth of qualified work experience? Don’t worry! With the Online Degree Saver Programme, you can start your studies right away, and gain your professional experience alongside your studies. You’ll need to achieve the one year’s worth of experience before you complete your Online Degree Saver Programme.
  • You can provide us a translation of your employment contract and your pay slip or you can ask your company to fill out this form in English, sign it, apply the company stamp and send it to us.
English language skills

At IU, we teach in English to prepare you for the international work market. Therefore, we ask you to provide us with a proof of your English language skills. 

Is English your native language or have you graduated from an English-speaking school or university? Then you do not need to prove your English language skills. 

You can prove your English skills with an English B2 level certificate (no older than 5 years). Don’t have this at hand? No problem! You can quickly get your English certified with Duolingo. 

  • Take the online test in just 45 to 60 minutes 
  • Receive your certified results within 2 days 
  • Save valuable money and time 

Find out if the Duolingo test is suitable for you. Click here to try it for free. In order to be accepted to your study programme, a minimum of 95 points in the Duolingo exam is required. 

Did you take the test and not get the 95 points required? Don’t worry! We’re offering a free English course. By successfully completing the course in 3 months, you'll prove that you have the required level of English proficiency.

We also accept the following English language skills certificates: 

  • TOEFL (minimum 80 points) or 
  • IELTS (minimum Level 6) or 
  • Cambridge Certificate (minimum Grade B) or 
  • Equivalent proof, such as a B2.2 Certificate from the free IU English course - further information can be requested from our student advisors.* 

*Proof must be provided before the start of the study and must not be older than five years.
*Please note that course isn't accepted as a language certificate for on campus study programmes

Careers

Your Master in Digital Innovation and Intrapreneurship career outlook

Upon successfully completing your online Master’s degree in Digital Innovation and Intrapreneurship, an exciting wealth of prospects awaits you across varied business sectors. You’ll be primed for a career in a managerial position, for example, in one of these roles:

Project Management Innovation

Stand at the intersection between product development and marketing, and use your knowledge to help teams bridge the gap between design ideas, practicality and market demand.

Innovation Specialist

As an innovation specialist, you’ll be responsible for the analysis, design and implementation of new product prototypes or service beta runs. Oversee quality assurance tests and analyse users’ and testers’ responses in order to assure a smooth launch later on.

Frau bei Gespräch

Innovation & Application Development Manager

Innovation & application development managers initiate and lead product and service development projects. They’re responsible for providing technical and customer support for newly launched products and services, working closely with sales and development teams in order to implement necessary changes based on feedback from users.

Student reviews
  • I learned so much about strategic management, corporate finance and corporate governance from my degree. I benefit from it when dealing with strategic issues, so I can really recommend online learning at IU International University of Applied Sciences.

    Robert Kotok

    Graduate, Poland

  • With the IU Master, I was able to acquire valuable strategic-global leadership skills that are very much in demand in today's jobs.

    Doreen Richter

    Graduate

  • I decided to study online because I wanted to develop professionally and at the same time have enough time for family and job.

    Veronika

    Online student

Personal counselling

Have any questions?

Visit our FAQ page or get in touch with our Study Advisors. You can also find information about the application process under our Become a Student page.

Tuition fees

Online study model & fees for your Master degree in Digital Innovation & Intrapreneurship

Depending on your personal or professional circumstances, you may wish to complete your studies as quickly as possible, or you may prefer a more flexible study programme that is less time-consuming. That’s why we offer part-time options for all our study programmes. This allows you to study alongside professional or personal commitments. We adjust your study fees based on your chosen time model.

Are you unable to finish your programme within the given time? No problem! If you realise that you need more time, you can simply switch to another time model with one months’ notice before the end of the month.

No registration or administration fees are charged when you apply for studying – you'll only be charged once your studies have started. If you won't be admitted to a programme because you do not meet the admission requirements, no fees will be charged.

Full-Time

Duration 12 Months

Perfect for students who want to hit the ground running and shorten the period of study by increasing their studying pace.

US$ 832
US$ 711 /mth* Apply now
* € 655 based on the exchange rate from 15.03.2023 09:05 AM (CET)

Part-Time I

Duration 18 Months

Excellent for talented all-rounders who want to give their studies everything they’ve got while holding down a job and keeping down their monthly costs at the same time.

US$ 617
US$ 537 /mth* Apply now
* € 495 based on the exchange rate from 15.03.2023 09:05 AM (CET)

Part-Time II

Duration 24 Months

Ideal for students who would like to take their time completing their courses on top of their job and everyday life and keep down the monthly costs of their studies.

US$ 510
US$ 450 /mth* Apply now
* € 415 based on the exchange rate from 15.03.2023 09:05 AM (CET)
Additional charges

All our study programmes include the following benefits

  • Teaching and study material
  • Marking of your end-of-module exams
  • Free 4-week trial
  • Online tutorials and guidance from tutors
  • Use of the online campus
  • Individual study coaching
  • Online exams
  • Career coaching
  • Learn English for free
Recognition

Recognition of previous achievements

Have you already completed a training course, studied at a university or gained work experience? Have you completed a course or a learning path through IU LinkedIn Learning, and earned a certificate? Then you have the opportunity to get your previous achievements recognised, and complete your studies at IU sooner.

  • Save time: Skip individual modules or whole semesters!

Even before you apply for an online study programme, we’ll gladly check whether we can take your previous achievements into account: 100% online, no strings attached. Simply fill in our recognition application form, which you can find under the content section of each study programme's webpage, and upload it via our upload section. You can also e-mail it to us, or send it via post.

Send an email to study@iu.org to find out which previous achievements you can get recognised. Make sure you send your application before the end of your 1-month trial. You can get your previous achievements recognised during your studies.

Do you need help with your application for recognition? Our student advisors will be happy to help. Simply arrange a personal call-back appointment. Arrange a personal video consultation appointment to discuss recognition
Recognition files

Guide to recognition

Individual application for recognition

Why IU International University of Applied Sciences is the best choice

Your Studies Are Flexible and 100% Online

Schedule when you want to learn and study 100% online. At IU you have the possibility to complete your degree fully from home, whether full-time or part-time. You can even take your exams online whenever it suits you. 

Accredited & Globally Recognised

IU is accredited and certified with a seal of approval from the German Accreditation Council. All IU study programmes, materials, and services meet high internal and external quality standards, which are regularly reviewed and updated. We can also provide you with an official Europass Diploma Supplement once you graduate, to ensure that your degree is recognised anywhere in the EU.

You Gain Full Support

We provide you with innovative learning tools, digital study material, tutorial videos, student advice and support. You also have 24/7 access to our large online library. Your tutors are always available to answer your questions. Our study coaches are also available to help at any time. 

The Ideal Mix of Theory & Practice

Our programmes provide you with essential theoretical knowledge and focus, above all, on practice-oriented studies designed to best prepare you for your future career. Thanks to our great variety of electives you can specialise in the specific areas that match your personal goals.

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