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ESMT European School of Management and Technology
Berlin
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Subjects: Innovation;Entrepreneurship
M.B.A. | Master of Business Administration
Course description
In today's rapidly evolving world, the knack for identifying trends, crafting new business concepts, and driving innovation is crucial. Whether you're aiming to launch your own startup or join a leading company, these skills are indispensable. The Master in Innovation & Entrepreneurship from ESMT equips you with the tools to build and scale a new business, disrupt established industries, and integrate new ideas or technologies into a global enterprise. Immerse yourself in Europe's most dynamic startup ecosystem and gain hands-on experience. In the first year, you'll have the opportunity to start your own business. Develop the essential skills to become a corporate innovator and collaborate with ESMT’s in-house incubator, Vali Berlin. Customize the program to align with your career aspirations. ESMT Berlin stands out, ranked #1 in Germany and #4 in Europe for Entrepreneurship by the Bloomberg European B-Schools Ranking. This program is designed to help you achieve your goals, whether you're looking to innovate within an existing company or create something entirely new.
Program Information
| Study Location | Berlin |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | 50 EUR |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | 8,500 EUR |
| Cost per Semester | No information |
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Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
ESMT expects a score of 100 points in the TOEFL, 7.0 in the IELTS or 850 in the TOEIC. The ESMT TOEFL institution code is 8707. You will receive a waiver for the English proficiency test if English is your native language or if you have completed a university degree completely taught in English.
Qualification Requirements
To apply candidates need to have: A previous degree (equivalent to a Bachelor's) with excellent grades. If you are a final-year undergraduate students awaiting completion of your degree, your application will also be considered. Recently graduated, with no more than 24 months of postgraduate work experience (excl. internships). English language proficiency test scores (if applicable)* Evidence of strong quantitative skills.** Completed application - including answers to essay questions, one reference and €50 application fee.
Document Requirements
Your CV Academic transcripts from all higher education institutions you have attended One recommendation (form provided by ESMT) GRE/GMAT and TOEFL scores, if needed
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | Yes |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Not restricted |
| Application | directly at the University |
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