MSc Innovation and Entrepreneurship – Curriculum and Courses
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MSc in Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Medical Technologies — Curriculum & Courses
Explore our comprehensive 30-credit program designed to develop entrepreneurial leaders in the technology sector
Program Overview
Our Master of Science in Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Medical Technologies is a rigorous 30-credit program offered through the School of Business. This program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset required to launch, build, and scale successful technology-based ventures.
Program Structure
30 credit hours combining core courses, specialized electives, and hands-on experience through internships or capstone projects.
Three Concentrations
Biomedical Startups: Focus on healthcare innovation and medical device development. Entrepreneurship: Broad-based venture creation. New Technology Startups: Emerging technologies and digital innovation.
Experiential Learning
Teamwork, product launches, and real-world business ventures enable practical application of theoretical knowledge in live business environments.
Program Focus: Students develop innovative and entrepreneurial skills with in-depth knowledge of cutting-edge innovation and entrepreneurship in technology-based ventures. Our curriculum emphasizes the complete entrepreneurial lifecycle—from ideation and validation through commercialization and growth.
Foundation & Core Courses
All students complete the following core courses (20 credit hours) that form the foundation of the program:
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HUM 500 | Ethics and Values Seminar | 2 | — |
| HUM 510 | Leadership, Teamwork and Success Principles | 2 | — |
| ENT 710 | New Venture Creation and Development | 3 | — |
| ENT 620 | Entrepreneurial Finance | 2 | ENT 710 |
| ENT 730 | Entrepreneurial Business Strategy | 3 | ENT 710 |
| ENT 735 | Design Thinking and Innovation | 3 | ENT 710 |
| ENT 750 | Product Development | 2 | ENT 735 |
| ENT 710/720 | Internship or Capstone Project | 3 | Completion of core courses |
Elective Courses
Students select 6 credit hours from the following elective courses, allowing specialization in areas of interest:
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENT 700 | Biomedical Startups: From Idea to Exit | 2 | ENT 710 |
| ENT 630 | Legal Issues for Entrepreneurs | 2 | ENT 710 |
| ENT 681 | Leadership and New Ventures Management | 2 | ENT 710 |
| ENT 682 | Entrepreneurial Marketing | 2 | ENT 710 |
| ENT 683 | Innovation and Sustainability | 2 | ENT 620 |
| ENT 684 | International Entrepreneurship | 2 | ENT 681 |
Detailed Course Descriptions
Foundational Courses
This seminar explores ethical decision-making frameworks, values-based leadership, and organizational culture. Students examine sustainability practices, corporate social responsibility, and ethical dilemmas in modern business. The course prepares entrepreneurs to build ventures with strong ethical foundations.
Students develop leadership competencies including different leadership styles, teamwork dynamics, conflict resolution, and goal-setting techniques. The course emphasizes project management methodologies and practical team-building exercises essential for managing new ventures and collaborative environments.
The capstone course for venture creation covers launching new businesses, ideation processes, market analysis, and feasibility assessment. Students develop comprehensive business plans, navigate legal and regulatory requirements, and learn strategies for overcoming common startup challenges. This is the foundation course for the program.
This course addresses the financial aspects of entrepreneurship, including evaluating business viability, understanding funding options, and working with angel investors and venture capital. Students learn to analyze financial statements, manage cash flow, and explore alternative financing options such as crowdfunding for startups.
Strategic planning for entrepreneurial ventures involves business model generation, competitive analysis, market segmentation, and developing sustainable revenue models. Students learn customer discovery techniques and create integrated financial and strategic plans for new market entry and growth.
This course teaches design thinking methodology—empathy, problem identification, ideation, prototyping, and iterative testing. Students apply user-centered design principles and engage in interdisciplinary collaboration to develop innovative solutions to complex business problems.
Students explore the complete product development lifecycle, from market research and prototyping to commercialization. Topics include intellectual property protection, regulatory compliance, and project management strategies for bringing innovative products to market efficiently.
Internship Option: Supervised hands-on experience in an entrepreneurial setting, focusing on professional development and research. Capstone Option: Comprehensive case study or industry collaboration project applying real-world entrepreneurial challenges and solutions.
Elective Courses
This specialized course addresses unique challenges in biomedical entrepreneurship, including regulatory hurdles, FDA approval processes, drug development, medical devices, and digital health innovation. Students gain insights into biotechnology commercialization and exit strategies.
Covers the legal framework for entrepreneurs, including intellectual property law, contract law, employment law, cybersecurity, and data privacy regulations. Students learn to protect their ventures and navigate compliance requirements in regulated industries.
Focuses on leading new ventures through vision articulation, team building, culture development, and strategic decision-making. Students learn resource management, stakeholder engagement, and scaling strategies for growing organizations.
Marketing strategies for startups include identifying target customers, developing go-to-market strategies, and leveraging social media and content marketing. Students build brands and create marketing campaigns for technology-based ventures with limited budgets.
Explores sustainability principles in entrepreneurship, sustainable business models, life cycle assessment, green chemistry, and renewable energy ventures. Students learn to create businesses that balance profit with environmental and social responsibility.
Addresses international business expansion, identifying global opportunities, cross-cultural communication strategies, and international trade considerations. Students develop skills for building global brands and scaling ventures across borders.
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