Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship Toronto Metropolitan University

Overview

The Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship programme at Toronto Metropolitan University is a comprehensive graduate degree designed for engineers, scientists, and industry professionals. This 16-month, four-semester course provides the essential knowledge and hands-on experience required to lead innovation within established organisations or to launch new technology-based startups. By following a rigorous lean-startup development process, students refine their concepts from initial untested ideas into robust, market-ready business models.

Why Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Toronto Metropolitan University?

Students at Toronto Metropolitan University benefit from a unique ecosystem dedicated to urban innovation and commercialisation. The programme provides direct access to the Innovation Boost Zone, a customer-centric technology incubator, and offers professional development through mentorship and seed funding opportunities like the Norman Esch Awards. Furthermore, graduates can leverage resources from the DMZ, which is recognised as a leading university-based incubator globally, to scale their ventures effectively.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 20417 per year
• National fee: CAD 12115 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Finding and Validating Business Opportunities
• Market Development and Financial Planning
• New Venture Business Strategy Plan
• Customer Discovery and Development
• Customer Validation
• Customer Acquisition
• Technology Commercialization
• Go-to-Market
• Biomedical Startups

Careers with Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Graduates are prepared for diverse leadership roles within the global technology and engineering sectors. The programme equips individuals to serve as innovation managers, product leads, or research and development directors within existing firms. Additionally, many alumni pursue the path of a founder, utilising the skills gained in financial planning and market development to establish and grow their own technology companies. The focus on disruptive technologies and machine learning ensures graduates remain competitive in rapidly evolving industries.