MBA in Entrepreneurship & Innovation
A practice-oriented, English-taught MBA specialising in entrepreneurship and innovation management at Saarland University.
Best for:Best for professionals, entrepreneurs, and international students aiming to launch startups, lead innovation projects, or advance in corporate management with a strong focus on practical, hands-on learning.
Overview
This one-year full-time MBA programme at Saarland University’s European Institute for Advanced Behavioural Management (EIABM) focuses on entrepreneurship and innovation management. Tailored for professionals, founders, and international students, it combines academic rigor with hands-on learning through interactive case studies, field trips, and guest lectures from industry experts. The curriculum blends general management with specialised modules like agile project management, data analytics, and business model development, ensuring graduates are equipped for startups, corporate innovation roles, or leadership positions. Small class sizes and an international student body foster direct engagement with professors and practitioners, while the programme’s strong industry connections—including partnerships with Triathlon—provide networking and career support. The programme is ideal for those seeking to launch ventures, drive innovation, or advance in global business environments.
What you'll do
- Develop and refine business models for startups or corporate innovation projects through hands-on workshops and case studies.
- Apply data analytics techniques to solve real-world business challenges in modules like the Data Analytics Project.
- Participate in interactive, practice-oriented courses that integrate case studies, field trips, and guest lectures from industry experts.
- Conduct independent research and write a Master’s thesis on an innovative and relevant topic within the field of entrepreneurship or innovation management.
- Engage in collaborative learning with an international cohort, fostering cross-cultural teamwork and networking opportunities.
- Leverage the university’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, including partnerships with organisations like Triathlon, to support startup ventures and innovation initiatives.
Requirements
Degree required: Undergraduate degree (minimum Bachelor’s) with at least 240 ECTS credits
Degree offered: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Language: English; C1 proficiency (IELTS Academic 6.0 or equivalent)
Instruction: English
- Professional experience of at least one year post-graduation
- Proficiency in English at C1 level (IELTS Academic 6.0 or equivalent)
- Basic understanding of business fundamentals (e.g., economics, finance, management)
- Ability to work collaboratively in diverse, international teams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree (minimum Bachelor’s) with at least 240 ECTS credits
- Professional experience of at least one year after graduation is required
- APS certification required for applicants from India, China, and Vietnam
- No German language proficiency required
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-07-15
Applicants must submit their application via email to eiabm@uni-saarland.de or through the programme’s official website. The application process requires a completed application form, official transcripts, proof of English proficiency, a GMAT score (waived in exceptional cases), and a letter of recommendation. Late applications may be considered until September 30 of the respective year.
- Completed application form
- Official transcripts of undergraduate degree (minimum Bachelor’s)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS Academic 6.0 or equivalent)
- GMAT score (waived in exceptional cases)
- Letter of recommendation
- Proof of professional experience (e.g., employment verification)
- APS certification (for applicants from India, China, and Vietnam)
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