Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship Middlesex University

Overview

Why study this program?

In today's world, where entrepreneurship is thriving, this course offers a step-by-step journey through the entire process of starting a business – from coming up with an idea to making it a reality.

With entrepreneurship insights from specialist management disciplines, you will develop practice-based skills and knowledge in strategy and marketing, as well as an understanding of innovation networking from a behavioural perspective.

The aim of the Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship program at Middlesex University is to enhance your decision-making abilities, help you identify market opportunities, foster teamwork, cultivate critical thinking in leadership, stimulate creativity, and develop your entrepreneurial leadership skills.

You will have the opportunity to apply these skills in practical settings, such as mentoring undergraduate students with entrepreneurial aspirations and working on real-world cases to find innovative solutions for small businesses.

What you will gain

By pursuing this degree, you will gain many valuable experiences and skills that will set you up for success in the business world. You will have the opportunity to develop your own business ideas, receiving guidance and support from a dedicated business mentor throughout the process. You will also actively engage in workshops where you will bring your innovations to life by creating prototypes.

This course pays particular attention to innovations and ideas which address contemporary issues or business practices. Assignments in the course are designed to reflect real-life scenarios, meaning you will collaborate with local charities and businesses.

You will acquire expertise in critical areas such as business strategy, decision-making, financing, valuation, and budgeting. These skills will greatly enhance your ability to identify business opportunities and effectively navigate obstacles. 

Working closely with the Enterprise Development Hub, you will gain practical experience by running workshops, mentoring undergraduates, and tackling real-world cases for small enterprises. This hands-on involvement will provide you with valuable insights and practical skills that employers seek.

Career Opportunities

Whether you intend to start your own business or work for someone else, the enterprising and entrepreneurial skills you gain in this course will enhance your career prospects. This course develops skills in creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship. These skills can augment already existing capabilities in a number of roles or will allow you to move into the world of entrepreneurship.

Career pathways can include:

• Business Owner
• Project Coordinator
• Start-Up Manager
• Business Development Officer