Business Administration, Specialisation in Entrepreneurship & Innovation (ENTRE)
Catholic University of Eichstätt
Program Overview
The Entrepreneurship & Innovation specialisation in our Master's programme in Business Administration prepares budding entrepreneurs and innovators who want to work in organisations with the skills required to succeed in business and society. Our students are equipped with business know-how, practical skills and a deep appreciation for responsibility towards society, the environment and the economy. We enable our students to have careers at national and international companies, in a professionally competent manner, with social responsibility. In addition, our students acquire knowledge and skills for starting a business. We take pride in their innovation and entrepreneurship abilities as well their strong ethical foundation. Action learning and experiential learning are core foundations of this Master’s programme. In cooperation with Bayer Cares Foundation (BCF), which regularly awards social impact start-ups with the Grants4Impact or ASINA award, our students participate in a boot camp, working in teams that collaborate with BCF laureates and subsequently working with them for two semesters. Based on concepts such as business model development and market creating innovations, students analyse their partner organisation and propose actionable recommendations. Additionally, they conduct a thorough social impact analysis and – supported by a local consultant company – design a social media campaign for their social-impact start-up partner. Further building students’ action learning abilities, there is a mandatory course, "From Idea to Innovation: Start-Up School", in which student teams work on their original ideas for a new venture and pitch it to experts in the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem, both regionally and internationally. Through this process, they receive valuable feedback on how to successfully secure funding for their new venture ideas and how to develop their ideas further in the marketplace. Students benefit from experiential learning in the mandatory "Innovation and Creativity in Individuals, Teams and Organisations" course, which includes an Open Innovation competition in collaboration with a multinational company, innovation simulations, team creativity workshops, exposure to innovation hubs, and weekly team challenges. Other mandatory courses, including "Entrepreneurial Networks and Start-up Management" and "Service Management", provide critical knowledge and skills required for students to succeed. These courses also feature speakers from industry and entrepreneurs who provide excellent exposure to the real world. Students can choose from a rich variety of elective courses from multiple disciplines in business and economics to round out their education. The Master's thesis component further cements their strong conceptual and practical knowledge gained in the programme.
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Winter (October); Summer (April)
Duration
4 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
€60,000 – €100,000 per year
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
Proof of English language proficiency (B2 level; e.g. by TOEFL score of 78 or better, Bachelor's or Master's degree in English – confirmation of university required) Proof of German language proficiency (An A2 level must be achieved by the end of the second semester of the programme at the latest; registration is conditional until then.)
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
Prerequisites Applicants must have a first qualifying degree in the field of business studies, business administration, economics or a very similar field obtained at a university in Germany or abroad. This is not an MBA, but rather, it is a Master of Science programme. In addition to the existing Academic Evaluation Offices in China and Vietnam, the Academic Evaluation Office India (ff. APS) has been established. All prospective students with educational certificates acquired in India must already submit a so-called APS certificate at the time of application! Proof of prior knowledge in the following: English and German language skills (details below) Proof of further foreign language skills (if applicable) Proof of study or work abroad experience other than that gained in your home country (if applicable) Proof of programme-related work experience or internships (if applicable) Proof of voluntary work (if applicable) Each applicant must submit a strong, one-page statement of purpose essay (written either in German or in English) explaining why he/she wants to apply to this specific programme, including how it fits with his/her long-term goals. Specific questions to guide the essay are asked during the application process. Number of study places Open to all students who pass the aptitude procedure This is based on the Bachelor’s degree grade, specific previous knowledge of the chosen specialisation and relevant professional experience. Documents Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree, which must be formally equivalent to a German Bachelor. If you are not sure whether your previous course of study qualifies for your chosen degree programme at our university, you may first check the "anabin database" ( www.anabin.de ). Full CV Original or certified true copy of your school leaving certificate as well as original or certified true copy of German, English or French translation of this certificate Applicants must have a school leaving certificate with an average grade. To convert the grade of your school into a German grade, we need to see the official grading system of your school. Please prepare to upload a copy of the official grading system of your school. If applicable: university entrance examination certificate from your home country Applicants who have completed previous periods of study in China, India, Vietnam or Mongolia: APS certificate Original or certified true copy of your university leaving certificate (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) as well as original or certified true copy of German, English or French translation of this certificate You must submit full transcripts of your Bachelor's studies. Your transcript should show the average grade of your university degree. To convert this grade into a German grade, we need to see the official grading system of your university. Please prepare to upload a copy of the official grading system of your university. Please see https://www.ku.de/en/study-offer/business-administration-entre-msc You can download our brochure with the most frequently asked questions regarding your studies at the KU and in Germany. The brochure includes information regarding the requirements, preparation, financial issues and more.
APS Certificate
An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.
IELTS Score
Not specified
Application Deadline
Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.
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