MSc Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Program Overview

This dual-degree program from IÉSEG Business School and Loughborough University London equips students with the knowledge and skills to thrive in entrepreneurship and innovation. Through immersive experiences in Paris and London, students develop practical competencies, explore business development, and have the opportunity to launch their own ventures. The program prepares graduates for careers in business start-ups, innovation management, and other fields where entrepreneurial thinking is essential.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The program's objectives include:

• Providing a robust understanding of the innovation process.
• Helping students explore and reflect on what it takes to achieve, sustain, and grow a business.
• Equipping students with key practical skills and competencies.
• Giving students the opportunity to apply their skills to their own startup project.
• Providing a deep knowledge of what it means to be entrepreneurial and innovative, both as an individual and as an organisation.

Some key features of the program include:

• An immersive multicultural educational experience with study in two iconic cities.
• Guest lectures from successful entrepreneurs and business leaders.
• Practical skills development through networking events like the ‘Venture Crawl’ at Loughborough University London.
• The opportunity to launch your own business venture.
• The chance to develop skills to progress in large blue-chip companies.

Outline:

Semester 2:

• Compulsory modules: New Venture Creation, Managing Sustainability
• Optional modules: Choose one of: Family Businesses, Intellectual property, Corporate Finance; Choose one of: Digital Technologies for Market Analysis, Foundations in Digital Finance

Summer:

Assessment:

Assessment methods may include:

• Exams
• Coursework
• Presentations

Teaching:

Teaching methods may include:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Group work
• Practical sessions

Careers:

Graduates of the program may pursue careers in a variety of areas, including:

• Business start-ups
• Business development
• Sustainable business and management
• Social responsibility
• Innovation management
• Research and development
• Business consulting

Other:

• Students will have access to all the facilities within Loughborough University London's building.
• The program places a strong emphasis on developing students' practical skills and competencies.
• Students will have the opportunity to network with successful entrepreneurs and business leaders.
• The program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of career areas in any country in the world.