Entrepreneurship in Practice

Overview

The MSc Entrepreneurship in Practice programme is an exciting new course where you do not just learn about entrepreneurship from others, but you practice entrepreneurship yourself during the academic year.

Our motto is "Entrepreneurship for Real!"

The programme provides bespoke support from the point of admission, throughout your study, and after graduation by proposing a road map for a successful entrepreneur career.

It caters for individuals at different points on their entrepreneurial journey and different types of entrepreneurship across different sectors and missions (including for-profit and social/hybrid enterprises).

This is the programme for you, if you:

• have an entrepreneurial idea and would like to start your first enterprise
• want to transform your existing enterprise/family business
• want to be at the cutting edge of entrepreneurial opportunities associated with digitalisation, artificial intelligence and sustainability
• want to get skills and knowledge to support entrepreneurs as an influencer or investor
• want to bring entrepreneurial mindset and skills to your workplace and organisation

You will benefit from:

• dedicated and experienced practitioner mentors who will provide you with one-to-one guidance throughout the academic year to help you achieve your entrepreneurial objectives
• world-leading academics who will help you push the boundaries of entrepreneurial innovation and provide you with a bespoke academic perspective on what works and does not work
• the state-of-the-art Enterprise Simulation Lab where you can put your knowledge and skills into practice in a safe environment with support from your practitioner and academic mentors
• a creative programme design enabling you to continuously experiment, self-develop and reflect on your entrepreneurial practice
• a diverse multi-experience multi-background cohort that will become your peer-support network for life
• a unique experience of being part of a Triple-Crown accredited business school with a 60-year history of innovation in education for business leaders
• the University Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, which provides a gateway to local, national, and international entrepreneurial networks

We welcome your application irrespective of your disciplinary background.

We particularly encourage you to apply for this programme if you are from an underrepresented entrepreneurship community.

Entry Requirements

A UK 2:2 (or above) degree or equivalent internationally recognised qualification in any discipline from an approved higher education institution. Further guidance can be found in our international section.

Non-graduates will be considered on a case-by-case basis following the evaluation of their evidence of prior entrepreneurial or work experience and/or non-degree training received.

A well-researched personal statement setting out the objectives that you want to achieve over the duration of the programme as well as longer-term goals, with reference to relevant experiences.

English language requirements:

• IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no sub-test less than 5.5.

Curriculum

First Year

Core

• Essentials of Entrepreneurial Innovation
• Enterprise and innovation simulation lab
• Entrepreneurial self-development and leadership
• Entrepreneurship for real project

Teaching, Learning, and Assessment

At the heart of the programme is dynamic, mentor-inspired and mentor-guided, active learning. The profile of your practitioner and academic mentors will depend on where you are on your entrepreneurial journey and the type of venture you want to create and/or grow.

Your learning journey will be underpinned by two innovative programme-long mentor-supported modules:

The Enterprise and Simulation Lab will offer you an authentic and interactive start-up simulation experience spanning the early stages of ideation, planning and testing, and extending to the stages of running and growing an innovative business.

The Entrepreneurial Self-development and Leadership module will enable you to design and implement together with your mentors an individual programme to enhance your entrepreneurial knowledge, skills and capabilities, and continuously reflect on your entrepreneurial practice from the point of admission to completion.

These two programme-long modules will be fuelled by a robust portfolio of essentials of entrepreneurial innovation. This will include a combination of stimulating knowledge ‘mini-bites’ on:

• start-up and growth strategy
• agile business models
• entrepreneurial mindset and creativity
• entrepreneurial research tools
• entrepreneurial finance and fund bidding
• entrepreneurial marketing
• entrepreneurial organisation and team building
• crafting a pitch and building relations
• legal foundations of entrepreneurship
• entrepreneurial project management
• AI-driven performance
• creating value through circularity

These will be delivered in sets of mini-blocks.

Your learning programme will culminate with the Entrepreneurship for Real project which will represent a progressive step from your initial learning stages of acquiring knowledge, skills and capabilities, applying them in a simulated environment and self-reflecting on what has worked/has not worked, to the realisation of your actual entrepreneurial idea.

The programme will feature a variety of learning activities including lectures, one-to-one tutorials and mentorship, workshops, problem-solving activities, and lab demonstrations.

You will also be expected to actively engage in collaborative learning and peer-to-peer activities.

All directed and self-directed learning activities will be designed to keep you focused on ‘learning entrepreneurship by doing it’.

Your formative and summative assessment will test your knowledge and its applications in situations closely replicating the experiences of actual entrepreneurs.

Fees, Finance, and Scholarships

Tuition Fee

• Home: £12,502
• International: £21,490

Additional Course Costs

While there are no compulsory additional costs associated with this course, there may be general additional costs that you may incur as a student. A list of the sort of costs you might expect can be found on our fees and finance section.

Funding Your Studies

It can be hard to know what financial help is available to you as a student.

Further information about the variety of options that can help fund your studies and maximise the money available to you is available on our funding your studies section.

Postgraduate Master's Loan

If you live in England you may be able to apply for a special Government-funded Master's Loan to help pay your tuition fees and living costs. You don't have to pay the loan back until you're earning a certain amount of money.

Scholarships

Every year we award numerous non-repayable scholarships to UK, EU and international students on the basis of academic excellence, personal circumstances or economic hardship. For full details, visit our scholarships section.

Support for Your Studies

At Bradford, we’re committed to supporting your success, well-being and future ambitions.

We’re here to provide everything you need to make the most of your time with us, ensuring you not only excel in your studies, but also step confidently into the world of graduate employment.

In addition to the support you receive from your academic tutors, our Student Support Services are here for you throughout your journey - before, during, and after your studies.

Research

The programme is underpinned by the research expertise of world-leading academics in the areas of entrepreneurship, innovation, digitally enabled business models, circular economy, and sustainability.

University of Bradford

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Overview:

The University of Bradford is a public research university located in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. It is known for its strong focus on research and its commitment to social mobility. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.

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Student Life and Campus Experience:

The university provides a vibrant student life experience with a range of clubs, societies, and events. Students can expect a welcoming and supportive campus environment.

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Key Reasons to Study There:

Strong research focus:

The university is recognized for its high-quality research, with 77% of its research impact rated internationally excellent or world-leading.

Social mobility:

The University of Bradford is ranked first in England for its impact on social mobility.

Value for money:

The university's Distance Learning MBA is ranked the best value for money by the Financial Times.

Excellent academic programs:

The university excels in various fields, including Physiotherapy, Forensic Science, and Children's Nursing.

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Academic Programs:

The university offers a wide range of academic programs, including:

Business:

The University of Bradford's Business School is recognized for its support of firms and students.

Nursing:

The university provides financial help for nursing students.

Computer Science:

The university has invested £600k in new computer science labs.

Other:

The university also offers programs in various other fields, including engineering, law, and the arts.

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Other:

The university is a member of Yorkshire Universities and is a Stonewall Diversity Champion. It has also received the Athena Swan Bronze Award and the Queen's Anniversary Prizes.