Master’s in Management of Innovation and Sustainable Business Development
Develop sustainable business strategies and innovation models through industry collaboration and hands-on projects in Norway’s vibrant Ålesund campus.
Best for:Best for business graduates seeking to specialise in sustainable innovation, entrepreneurship, and strategic management with hands-on industry exposure.
Overview
This two-year Master’s programme at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) focuses on equipping students with expertise in sustainable business development, innovation management, and entrepreneurship. Based in Ålesund, a city known for its proximity to nature and industry sectors like shipbuilding, aquaculture, and tourism, the programme blends academic research with practical challenges from local and international companies. Students engage in coursework on innovation, sustainability, and change management while collaborating on real-world projects, gaining internship opportunities to bridge theory and industry practice. The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for leadership roles in sustainability, innovation, and business development across diverse sectors.
What you'll do
- Develop sustainable business models and strategies for companies across industries.
- Manage innovation projects and sustainability initiatives in collaboration with local and international firms.
- Engage in hands-on projects addressing real-world challenges from sectors like shipbuilding, aquaculture, and tourism.
- Participate in internships to gain practical work experience and build industry connections.
- Apply the latest research in entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability to solve business problems.
- Collaborate with faculty members and peers in a close-knit academic environment.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, innovation, entrepreneurship, management, organisational studies, or an equivalent field, with a minimum GPA of C.
Degree offered: Master of Science (MSc) in Management of Innovation and Sustainable Business Development
Language: English proficiency (no specific test score mentioned, but typically required for international applicants).
Instruction: English
- Proven academic background in business, economics, or related disciplines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
- Basic proficiency in research methodologies and data analysis.
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum GPA of C in the bachelor’s degree.
- Degree must include at least 80 ECTS credits in business, economics, management, marketing, innovation, entrepreneurship, or organisational studies.
- No nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the official NTNU application portal. Required documents typically include a CV, a cover letter, academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency (if applicable), and a statement of purpose. Additional documents may be requested based on the applicant’s background.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (if required)
- Statement of purpose
- Degree certificate
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