Grenoble MSc Innovation, Strategy and Entrepreneurship
GISMA Grenoble Ecole de Management
Key Information
Campus location
Berlin, Germany
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
EUR 25,000 / per year *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Oct 2024
* 20% early bird scholarship *Applications submitted at least 8 weeks before orientation date
Scholarships
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Introduction
The Grenoble MSc Innovation, Strategy & Entrepreneurship is designed for students who want to be successful entrepreneurs or innovative managers. The program covers key concepts of general management, plus modules focused on entrepreneurial skills.
The MSc ISE allows students to participate in a live business case with a real company, an international study residency, and a variety of workshops.
This program is studied over two years, one academic year (on campus) + Final Management Project (FMP) (12 months parallel with an internship or full-time employment). Free beginner's German classes for all students. Flexible payment plans are available!
Join a family of globally successful alumni from Grenoble
One-third of all Grenoble Ecole de Management alumni are currently working in sales, with marketing, consulting, commercial development, operations, and finance also being a popular choice. Could one of these exciting industries be the career path for you too? Join our growing network of ambitious students today!
Why GISMA?
- Partnerships with some of the best educational institutions from around the world;
- Programs with top global rankings – the Grenoble MIB is ranked 20th in the world by the Economist in 2017;
- International student cohort with over 40 nationalities represented - expand your network;
- Excellent student services such as a dedicated Career Centre, visa support, and accommodation team;
- Scholarships and flexible payment plans available ;
- Graduates will be entitled to apply for an 18-month post-study residence permit to take advantage of career opportunities in Germany;
- Free German classes;
- Programs taught 100% in English - the language of international communication.
Why Germany?
- Germany has the 2nd best unemployment rate in the EU, at 3.4%*;
- 4th Best Graduate starting salary at £40,650 in Europe, with a growing economy**;
- Germany is the most popular option for international students looking to study in Europe; It is recognized for its high-quality education and you can experience this with GISMA;
- Berlin, Germany’s capital is the start-up technology capital of Europe;
- Berlin is the largest city in the EU and has a thriving business scene, offering a range of job opportunities for young professionals and graduates.
Germany is well known for its rich history in culture and arts, offering students an enriching international experience whilst combining world-class education from our globally ranked partner institutions.
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***According to statistics and data from ICEF monitor.
Duration
- 24 months (one academic year full-time on-campus + Final Management Project.
- The Final Management Project can be completed remotely, from anywhere in the world.
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Ideal Students
Who is the MSc Innovation, Strategy & Entrepreneurship for?
This program has been designed for recent graduates, managers, and/or entrepreneurs who want to produce innovative business models and pursue opportunities in business and technology.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Curriculum
Modules
Year I
Introduction session - general management and the corporate environment
- Accounting
- Corporate Finance
- Insight into Digital
- Intercultural Management
- International Negotiations
- Leadership, Teambuilding, and Managerial Creativity
- Legal Environment of International Business
- Managerial Economics
- Project Management
- Research Methods for Managers
- Personal Branding for Career Success
- Digital Analytics
Innovation Management
- Introduction to Innovation
- Creativity and Innovation
- Innovation & Design Thinking
- Marketing High Tech and Innovation
Strategy
- Strategic Management
- Harvard Course: Microeconomics of Competitiveness
- Mergers, Acquisitions, and Restructuring
- Strategic Marketing and Marketing Planning
Entrepreneurship
- Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- New Venture Business Planning
- Entrepreneurship and Business Opportunities
- Small and Family Business
Year II
Final Management Project
- The second year of the program is dedicated to the Final Management Project, conducted under the supervision of a tutor. This is an applied or theoretical research project that can be completed at a distance and in parallel with full-time employment or an approved internship. Students are encouraged to choose a subject related to their preferred career.
Career Opportunities
Employment stats and USP's
- 85% of the students in this course are in full-time employment within 2 months of graduating.
- 81% of the students working on jobs with international projects.
- 33% of the students earning an annual salary of 40k€ (with a bonus).
- Germany has the 2nd best unemployment rate in the EU, at 3.4%.
Career direction
Grenoble Ecole de Management’s graduates are now working in a wide variety of fields, including marketing, business development, consulting, and management.
Based on 2015 graduates, 100% found employment within four months after graduation and 92% have jobs involving international projects.
Upon completion of the course, students from outside the EU will be able to apply for an 18-month postgraduate work visa. This means that they will be able to use this time to find work within Germany.
Program Admission Requirements
Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam – the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.
Download the GMAT mini quiz to get a flavour of the questions you’ll find in the exam.