| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-04-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Rushford MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation is an online program that equips students with the knowledge and skills to develop and grow businesses. The program includes core MBA courses, electives, and specialization courses in entrepreneurship and innovation. Graduates have a wide range of career opportunities, including starting their own businesses, working in startups, or working in roles related to innovation.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Rushford MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to develop unique products, services, and solutions. It also prepares students to incubate, run, and grow strong businesses. The program is 100% online and provides students with the latest knowledge and best practices for starting up new businesses, new products or services, innovation, and technology adoption and use. The MBA is applicable in various settings, including start-ups, larger companies, corporations, government, and other organizations.
Outline:
The program consists of 12 MBA core courses, 3 electives (chosen from a list of 4 options), and 3 Entrepreneurship and Innovation specialization courses.
Core Courses:
- Managerial Economics
- Managerial Skills
- Accounting for Financial Reporting
- Accounting for Managerial Decisions
- Cutting Edge Leadership
- Financial Management
- Operations Management: Productivity & Quality
- International Business Environment
- Leadership and Managing Human Capital
- Marketing Management
- Business Statistics
- Sales Management
Electives:
- Business Law
- Business Analytics
- Strategic Management: Integrating the Enterprise
- Organisational Behaviour
Specialization Courses:
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation
- Open Innovation and its Impact on Business and Society
- Venture Capital Financing
- Pricing on Value
- Strategic Management (Entrepreneurship & Innovation)
- Creating a Successful New Venture
Careers:
Graduates of the MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation have a wide range of career opportunities, including:
- Starting their own businesses or becoming entrepreneurs
- Working in startups, venture capital, private equity, incubators, accelerators, and other organizations that support the development of new ventures
- Working in roles related to innovation, such as product development, marketing, and strategy
- Working in consulting, finance, or other fields where entrepreneurial skills are valued
Rushford Business School
Overview:
Rushford Business School is a globally recognized institution offering a range of business and management programs. It boasts a 4-star overall QS star rating, signifying its high quality and reputation. Rushford offers both on-campus and online programs, catering to a diverse student body.
Services Offered:
Rushford provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Academic Programs:
A wide selection of MBA, MSc, DBA, and Bachelor programs across various specializations.Campus Locations:
On-campus programs are available in France and Lucerne, Switzerland.Online Learning:
A robust online platform offering a variety of programs.Career Support:
Guidance and resources to help students find employment opportunities.Student Profiles:
Showcase of successful alumni and their career paths.Open House Sessions:
Opportunities to learn more about the school and its programs.Guaranteed Paid Internships:
For on-campus master students at the Spain campus.Key Reasons to Study There:
QS Star Rating:
A 4-star overall rating, demonstrating the school's quality and reputation.EduQua Certified:
Rushford's online learning division is certified by eduQua, a Swiss quality label for continuing education and training providers.Top University Partnerships:
Collaborations with leading universities in the UK, Italy, France, India, and other countries.Flexible Learning Options:
On-campus, online, and blended learning options to suit individual needs.Excellent Teaching Methodology:
Case studies, simulations, role-play, mentorship, and exposure to organizations.Academic Programs:
Rushford offers a wide range of programs, including:
MBA Programs:
Global MBA, MBA with Specialization, MBA in Clinical Research Management, MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, MBA in Human Resource Management, MBA in Finance, MBA in Marketing, MBA in Sustainability, Energy and Environment, Top-Up MBA, MBA in Business Analytics & AI, and MBA with Specializations.MSc Programs:
MSc in Finance & Investment, MSc in Human Resource Management, MSc in International Marketing, MSc in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, MSc in Strategy and Digital Business, MSc in Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurship, MSc in Business Management, MSc in Economics, MSc in Entrepreneurship & Innovation, MSc in Finance and Investment, MSc in International Business Management, MSc in Marketing, MSc in Operations and Supply Chain Management, and MSc in Sustainability and Environmental Management.DBA Programs:
DBA in Finance, DBA in Healthcare Management, DBA in Human Resource Management, DBA in International Business, DBA in Marketing, and DBA in Supply Chain Management.Bachelor Programs:
Bachelor of Business Administration.Other:
Rushford Business School has a strong focus on providing students with practical skills and knowledge relevant to the current business landscape. The school also emphasizes the importance of sustainability and social impact in its programs.
Entry Requirements:
- Minimum of a recognized bachelor's degree with an overall score of 55% (GPA 2.0 on a 4.0 point scale) or higher.
- Relevant work experience and/or research experience (in some instances).
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- IELTS Overall: 5.5
- TOEFL (iBT: 58+; PBT: 490+; CBT: 167+)
- TOEIC Overall: 555+
- PTE Overall: 50+
- Duolingo Overall: 90+ English proficiency waivers are available for the following candidates:
- Native English speakers
- Applicants who completed their schooling in English (High School Diploma or IB)
- Applicants who completed their undergraduate or graduate studies in English
- Applicants with 2 years of work experience in an organization where English is the primary language of communication
