MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, University of Warwick

Coventry,

12 Months

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About this course

This MSc program is crafted for those eager to make an impact in commerce and industry, with a focus on innovative, digitally enabled, and technology-driven ventures. Taught collaboratively by WMG and Warwick Business School, the course emphasizes practical skills from generating business ideas to launching and growing new ventures. Students learn to assess emerging opportunities in new markets, industries, and geographies through themes such as business modeling, disruptive thinking, product design, growth hacking, and financial analysis. A strong mentorship component supports students in developing their final business idea, preparing them to launch their own business or rejuvenate an existing one. The course combines experiential learning, start-up simulations, and industry engagement, along with opportunities to participate in pitch contests and explore start-up ecosystems.

Why this course is highly recommended

Designed for innovators wanting to create a real-world impact, this program equips students with the skills to generate and implement transformative solutions across various business settings, from start-ups to large conglomerates. Its practical focus, industry relevance, and experiential learning approach—including start-up simulations and industry engagement—make it ideal for those aiming to launch their own venture or drive innovation within existing organizations. The course’s mentorship, networking opportunities, and hands-on projects help students develop the confidence and expertise needed to succeed in dynamic markets.

Specialisation

This course offers a blend of modules from both WMG and Warwick Business School, with core modules covering digital start-up principles, disruptive technology, product design, entrepreneurial mindset, finance, and corporate entrepreneurship. Students can choose two elective modules from options like eCommerce solutions, sales management, project management, or branding and marketing communications, allowing some degree of tailoring to individual interests within the broader innovation and entrepreneurship landscape.

Course fees

Application fees

38.27L

1st year tuition fees

38.27L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants should hold a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent. Candidates with a 2:2 and relevant professional experience may also be considered. An IELTS overall score of 7.0, with specific component scores, is required for non-native English speakers. Additional professional experience should be documented with a CV when applying.

English language test

DUOLINGO

TOEFL

PTE

IELTS

6.5

Career prospects

Graduates of this program often start their own businesses, with success stories spanning sectors like food, music, digital education, fashion, logistics, and finance. Others may create new divisions within family businesses or secure roles in sectors aligned with their entrepreneurial ambitions. The program's strong industry links and career support services help students identify opportunities in innovative ventures, consultancy, or managerial roles within dynamic companies.

FAQs

What are the core modules of this course?

Core modules include Digital Start-up and Business Modelling, Disruptive Technology and Innovation 2.0, Product Design, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Entrepreneurial Finance, and Corporate Entrepreneurship.

What are the teaching methods used in this program?

Teaching combines lectures, seminars, syndicate exercises, simulations, case studies, and guest speakers. Most modules are delivered in small classes, fostering interaction, with some larger-scale lectures supported by seminars and group activities.