Master of Science – Innovation, Intrapreneurship and Entrepreneurship
November 27, 2023 2025-10-02 13:04Master of Science – Innovation, Intrapreneurship and Entrepreneurship
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This programme is designed for individuals who are passionate about innovation, want to drive change within existing companies, or are aspiring entrepreneurs. This M.Sc. degree combines the best of business acumen with innovative thinking. It is tailored for people who want to be at the forefront of change, whether by creating new ventures, revitalizing existing businesses, or driving innovation in various sectors. As the business world continually evolves, and as innovation remains a critical driver of competitive advantage, the skills and knowledge from this degree are highly valuable and in high demand.
Curriculum
Both core and elective courses for the M.Sc. in Innovation, Intrapreneurship and Entrepreneurship programme may vary significantly, depending on student interests and faculty expertise.
Core Courses
- Accounting for Managers (2 credit hours)
- Entrepreneurial Finance (3 credit hours)
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship (3 credit hours)
Concentration Area Courses
Students who choose to specialize are required to select one of the two concentrations below.
New Venture Concentration
- Start-up Launch I (3 credit hours)
- Technology Commercialization and Concept Validation (3 credit hours)
- Technology and New Product Development (2 credit hours)
- Managing the Emerging Enterprise (2 credit hours)
- Market Entry Strategies (3 credit hours)
- Business Model Innovation (3 credit hours)
Innovation within the Corporation’s Concentration
- Technology and New Product Development (2 credit hours)
- Market Entry Strategies (3 credit hours)
- Managing Innovation within the Corporation (3 credit hours)
- Business Model Innovation (3 credit hours)
- The Entrepreneurial Experience (3 credit hours)
- Corporate Entrepreneurship and Strategic Renewal (2 credit hours)
Elective Courses
Students to choose any three courses from the following electives, in consultation with their academic advisor.
- International Business Management (2 credit hours)
- International Marketing Decision Making (2 credit hours)
- Global E-Business Marketing (2 credit hours)
- Cross-Cultural Management Analysis (2 credit hours)
- Marketing Management (2 credit hours)
- Organizational Behavior (2 credit hours)
- Principles of Leadership (2 credit hours)
- Managing the Emerging Enterprise (2 credit hours)
Project/ Thesis
- Entrepreneurial Project or Thesis: A capstone project where students apply their learning to a real- world entrepreneurial venture or research topic.
- Entrepreneurial Skills Workshops: Practical workshops on topics such as pitching, networking, and business planning.
- Guest Speaker Series: Talks and seminars from successful entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts.
Entry Requirement
Applicants to the James Hope Business School postgraduate programmes are required to possess an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with a strong academic record. JHBS admits graduates from all recognized universities to its postgraduate programmes provided that they satisfy the requirements stipulated below.
Admissions Requirements
- Candidates must have at least five (5) credit passes in WASC, SSCE/GCE, NECO, or their equivalent, including English and Mathematics, in line with the National Universities Commission (NUC) minimum admission standards.
- Applicants with a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) must possess a minimum of a first degree or HND (Merit Pass) with at least a Credit-level pass in relevant areas.
- Applicants from recognized universities or other higher institutions must have a good first degree (minimum of Second-Class Lower Division) in related disciplines to qualify for admission.
- Nigerian applicants must submit an NYSC discharge or exemption certificate in compliance with national regulations.
- Degrees obtained from foreign institutions must be evaluated by the Federal Ministry of Education.
- English Proficiency Requirement (for Non-Native Speakers).
- Applicants whose native language is not English may be required to submit official TOEFL (minimum score of 90 iBT), IELTS (minimum score of 6.5), or an equivalent test result.
- James Hope University may take registered students of higher degrees from other universities on transfer if they meet all conditions for entry to the MBA or M.Sc. programmes.
Required Admissions Documents
- Completed online application.
- Application fee.
- O-Level Result.
- First Degree Certificate
- Official transcripts from previous academic institutions. Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application; once admitted, official transcripts should be sent directly to James Hope University from the issuing institution prior to registration (provisional acceptance may be granted pending official submission).
- A professional resume that provides evidence of work experience.
- Executive MBA applicants should provide work experience in a mid- to senior-manager role. Ideally, they have managed people, worked internationally, held P&L responsibilities, and hold a proven management track record in the public or private sector.
- Professional MBA applicants should provide evidence of 3-5 years of work experience.
- No prior work experience is required for Full-time MBA or M.Sc. programmes.
- A personal statement that discusses your career goals, your interest in the programme and your perspective on how the James Hope University degree will help you achieve your goals.
- National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) or Exemption Certificate
- Three professional recommendation letters. Applicants can proceed to complete their applications by providing three academic or professional referees.
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