Master of Business Administration
(Entrepreneurship and Innovation)
Programme Overview
The Master of Business Administration (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) is a two-stage postgraduate programme designed to develop advanced entrepreneurial, leadership and innovation capability within contemporary business and organisational environments.
The programme integrates advanced taught learning with supervised research and applied investigation, enabling learners to develop entrepreneurial thinking, strategic capability, innovation management competence and professional skills relevant to dynamic and evolving global business contexts.
Stage 1 develops advanced managerial, entrepreneurial and innovation capability through specialist taught modules focused on entrepreneurship, innovation strategy, business development, organisational leadership, strategic management and contemporary business practice. The programme equips learners with the capability to identify opportunities, develop innovative solutions and support the creation, growth and management of sustainable ventures and innovation initiatives within competitive business environments.
Stage 2 focuses on independent research, advanced investigation and applied problemsolving through a Research Proposal module and a substantial Management Investigation (Capstone Project).
The programme supports progression into entrepreneurial, managerial, innovation and leadership roles across a wide range of industries and organisational contexts, while also preparing learners for further academic and professional development.
Course Information
Course Objective
Develop Entrepreneurship & Innovation Expertise
Build advanced knowledge and specialist expertise in entrepreneurship, innovation, venture development, and strategic business growth.
Strengthen Strategic & Analytical Capabilities
Enhance analytical, strategic, and research capabilities relevant to entrepreneurial and dynamic organisational environments.
Apply Entrepreneurial & Innovation Frameworks
Develop the ability to critically evaluate and apply entrepreneurial, innovation, and management theories, concepts, and frameworks within organisational and venture contexts.
Lead Growth & Business Transformation
Strengthen professional competence in identifying opportunities, managing innovation, and leading organisational growth, transformation, and sustainable business development.
Build Research & Evidence-Based Decision Skills
Develop independent research capability and evidence-based decision-making skills relevant to entrepreneurial and strategic business challenges.
Advance in Entrepreneurship & Leadership
Prepare learners for entrepreneurial, innovation leadership, managerial, and further academic progression within contemporary global business environments.
Programme Outcomes
- Critically evaluate entrepreneurship theories, venture creation models and innovation frameworks in diverse business and market environments.
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of entrepreneurial leadership, governance and ethical frameworks in diverse entrepreneurial and organisational contexts.
- Apply advanced knowledge of entrepreneurial finance, innovation management and venture strategy to develop growth-oriented business plans.
- Assess the impact of market dynamics, technological disruption and competitive forces on entrepreneurial opportunity recognition and decision-making.
- Analyse and synthesise complex market, financial and competitive information to identify and evaluate entrepreneurial opportunities.
- Develop evidence-based, creative solutions to entrepreneurial challenges through critical reasoning and innovative problem-solving.
- Evaluate and integrate quantitative and qualitative data to inform venture development and strategic decision-making.
- Design and develop business plans and innovation strategies using appropriate entrepreneurial tools and performance metrics.
- Interpret financial information, including investment structures and valuations, to support funding and resource allocation decisions.
- Conduct applied entrepreneurship research, including market validation and customer discovery, to support venture development.
- Communicate entrepreneurial ideas and innovation strategies effectively to diverse stakeholders using appropriate formats.
- Demonstrate leadership, teamwork and negotiation skills in entrepreneurial and innovation contexts.
- Apply reflective practice and self-direction to support professional and entrepreneurial development.
Course Structure
The Master of Business Administration (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) is structured as an integrated two-stage postgraduate programme comprising a taught Postgraduate Diploma stage and a final MBA research stage, totalling 180 credits at Level 7.
Stage 1 – Taught Stage (120 Credits)
Stage 1 consists of the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, which develops advanced entrepreneurial knowledge, innovation capability, strategic awareness, leadership competence and applied business skills relevant to contemporary organisational and venture environments.
The taught stage enables learners to critically engage with entrepreneurship and innovation disciplines, including strategic management, entrepreneurial leadership, innovation management, venture development, entrepreneurial finance, business growth and contemporary marketing strategy.
Successful completion of Stage 1 provides learners with the academic and professional foundation required to progress to the MBA research stage.
Stage 1 Modules
| Module Code | Module Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| M07001 | Strategic Management | 15 |
| M07002 | Leadership and Governance | 15 |
| M07003 | Advanced Business Research Methods | 15 |
| M07004 | Financial Management and Decision Making | 15 |
| M07012 | Strategic Change and Innovation | 15 |
| M07031 | Entrepreneurship Theory and New Venture Creation | 15 |
| M07032 | Innovation Management and Design Thinking | 15 |
| M07033 | Entrepreneurial Finance and Investment | 15 |
| Total Credits | 120 |
Exit Awards
- Learners who successfully complete 60 credits may be awarded a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
- Learners who successfully complete 120 credits may be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Stage 2 – MBA Research Stage (60 Credits)
Stage 2 consists of supervised research and applied investigation through a Research Proposal module and a substantial Management Investigation (Capstone Project).
This stage enables learners to integrate and apply advanced business, management and leadership knowledge in the investigation of complex organisational, managerial or strategic challenges within contemporary business environments.
Learners are expected to undertake independent research, critically evaluate evidence, apply appropriate research methodologies and develop strategically relevant and evidencebased recommendations or solutions.
Stage 2 Modules
| Module Code | Module Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| M08001 | Research Proposal | 20 |
| M08002 | Management Investigation (Capstone Project) | 40 |
| Total Credits | 60 |
Successful completion of both Stage 1 and Stage 2 leads to the award of Master of Business Administration (Entrepreneurship and Innovation).
Teaching & Assessment
Delivery is designed to support advanced, research-led and applied learning through a range of academically rigorous and professionally relevant teaching and learning approaches, including:
- Lectures, workshops and seminars
- Case studies, business simulations and applied organisational activities
- Research supervision and academic mentoring
- Online learning resources and discussion forums
- Independent study and guided reading
- Peer learning, collaboration and research presentations
Teaching and learning activities support both theoretical understanding and practical application within entrepreneurial and innovation-focused environments. Where appropriate, learners will engage with real-world entrepreneurship, venture development and innovation scenarios, enabling the application of entrepreneurial frameworks, innovation strategies and evidence-based decision-making approaches to contemporary business and organisational challenges.
Entry Requirement
Applicants must have:
- A recognised Level 6 qualification (e.g. Bachelor’s degree) in a relevant subject area
- English language proficiency evidenced through Medium of Instruction (MOI) or an equivalent recognised English language qualification.
Relevant managerial, professional or entrepreneurial experience equivalent to a minimum of three years is desirable.
Learners progressing through the integrated programme may normally demonstrate this through prior or concurrent professional experience gained before or during the programme.
Applicants with an appropriate Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in a cognate subject area may be eligible for advanced entry into Stage 2, subject to institutional regulations and recognition of prior learning policies.
Progression Opportunities
To be awarded the Master of Business Administration (Entrepreneurship and Innovation), learners must:
- Successfully complete Stage 1 (120 credits)
- Successfully complete Stage 2 (60 credits)
- Achieve a total of 180 credits at Level 7
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