Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Management and Innovation
Educating the innovation managers of the future is the goal of the Master’s in Management & Innovation. It is aimed at young professionals who want to bridge the gap between management & technology. Choose from four tracks and decide whether you want to graduate with a Double or a Single Degree.
The degree program has been discontinued and will not be offered any longer. No new students are being accepted. Students who are already enrolled can still finish their degrees.
Key Data
- Full Time
- 4 semesters
- Winter Semester (October)
Information on Degree Program
Educating the innovation managers of the future is the goal of the four-semester Master’s in Management & Innovation. The program is aimed at young professionals with first professional experience who would like to bridge the gap between management and technology. As a graduate from this unique Master‘s program, you will have all the skills you need to foster innovations within organizations.
Choose from four program tracks: You will either pursue your first two semesters in Heilbronn at TUM or at our partner university in Paris, Calgary, or Brisbane, depending on the track of your choice. The third and fourth semester, for all tracks, will take place at TUM’s Munich campus.
The Master’s in Management & Innovation teaches you the skills you need to be an ideal innovation manager. It gives you the know-how to apply those skills in business administration along various technological settings. You will discover how to build smart solutions at the interface of management and technology, and work as part of an international or interdisciplinary team.
You will learn how to
- combine knowledge from different disciplines – business administration, innovation, entrepreneurship – and apply it in key business activities
- recognize the potential of innovations and technological trends within organizations and implement them in new business processes
- act with an entrepreneurial mindset to define strategies and achieve financial targets
- analyze strategic decisions and apply the tools of modern strategic management for successful decision-making
- present and communicate professionally
After attending this program, you will be highly attractive for potential employers, since in-depth knowledge at the interface between management and technology is highly in demand in the business world.
1st & 2nd Semester
TUM Track*
The TUM Track kicks off with courses in general management at TUM Campus Heilbronn. These are accompanied by courses such as personal and career development, language courses or a mentoring program. During the second semester you apply your knowledge in a real-life project at one of the family-run businesses in the Heilbronn-Franken region, gain international experience through a study trip, and complete an internship of at least 360 working hours.
* The start of the program is dependent upon a sufficient enrollment number to cover related costs.
Double Degree with HEC Paris
The Double Degree Track leads to two degrees from two of Europe’s most renowned universities, TUM and HEC Paris (France).
You spend your first two semesters at HEC Paris taking courses in general management such as Financial Accounting, Marketing or Operations & Supply Chain Management.
Double Degree with University of Calgary
The Double Degree with the University of Calgary (Canada) leads to two degrees from two renowned entrepreneurial universities. You spend your first two semesters at the Haskayne School of Business developing a comprehensive knowledge of management essentials and making connections in the Canadian business community. Additionally, you can grow your skills through networking events, live case studies and mentorship.
Double Degree with the University of Queensland
The Double Degree with the University of Queensland (Australia) leads to two degrees from two renowned universities. You spend your first two semesters at the University of Queensland in Brisbane gaining the skills to lead innovation, harness the power of technology and apply the latest thinking to improve business productivity and global competiveness. The University of Queensland is Australia’s leading university, ranking No. 1 in innovation and entrepreneurship.
3rd & 4rd Semester
The third semester you spend in Munich attending course modules at TUM such as Innovation Prototyping, Technological Trends and Growth Strategies & Business Models. You further develop your personal and leadership skills and work on a real-life project in a startup or large enterprise in the Munich area. The fourth semester is reserved for writing your Master’s thesis. These courses are complemented by networking events and other extracurricular activities.
To find out further details on the Master’s program structure, click here www.lll.tum.de/master-management-innovation/.
The language of instruction for this program is English.
Depending on the track of your choice, you will have to proof your language skills. The certificate must confirm that you comply with the minimum language requirements for admission to the program and must be submitted before the end of the application deadline. Details on the respective requirements can be found at www.lll.tum.de/master-management-innovation/.
Learn more about recognized certificates and other ways to prove your language skills.
General tuition fees for executive programs apply. All information on the tuition fees for this programs can be found on the TUM Institute for LifeLong Learning website.
Academic Regulations: Application, Studying and Exams
Application and Admission
The application process entails different stages, which are dependent on the track that you have selected; please visit www.lll.tum.de/application-2/ to find out all about the steps, requirements, and details to start your application process.
- Degree Certificate and Diploma or Subject and Grade Transcript of Studies to Date
- Complete and Current Résumé
- Letter of Motivation (in English)
- Proof of at least 1 Year of Professional Experience
- Proof of English Language Proficiency
- Preliminary Documentation (VPD) by uni-assist - for international applicants only
Additional requirements for the Double Degree with HEC Paris:
- Two electronic recommendation letters (recommendation letters should come from professors or employers who know the applicant well; at least one reference should be academic)
- Official GMAT or GRE score
Additional requirements for the Double Degree with the University of Queensland:
- GPA (Average score 4,5/7)
Additional requirements for the Double Degree with the University of Calgary:
- GPA (Average score 3,0/7)
- Not more than three years of work experience
Modifications to the required documents are subject to change. Please visit www.lll.tum.de/application-2/ for the latest information.
The application period for the TUM Track* and Double Degree tracks takes place yearly. Please visit www.lll.tum.de/application-2/ for detailed information about the application rounds for TUM and our partner universities.
* The start of the program is dependent upon a sufficient enrollment number to cover related costs.
The decision involves collaboration between TUM and partner universities. Double Degree applications undergo varied assessments, overseen by our partner institutions. TUM Track applications are evaluated and finalized by TUM.
General Student Advising & Student Information
Questions about application and admission
studium@tum.de
+49 89 289 22245
Arcisstr. 21, Room 0144
General Student Advising
Departmental Student Advising
Double Degree University of Queensland & University of Calgary
Verena Suhm
youngprofessionals@lll.tum.de
+49 89 289 26752
Double Degree HEC Paris
Jennifer Weißenberger
youngprofessionals@lll.tum.de
+49 89 289 26767
TUM Track Heilbronn
Pola Ghatas