Program Overview

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Master's Degree in Entrepreneurship

This programme provides the theoretical concepts and frameworks that are particularly relevant to an entrepreneur starting up a new venture or managing a Small or Medium Enterprise (SME) where the multiplicity of management skills is an essential pre-requisite for success.

The involvement of multiple higher educational institutes (MHEIs) from different countries in this project is critical as it immediately provides students with an international perspective to their studies and their perspective of business operations. To a great extent the involvement of MHEIs and the mixed virtual classrooms that will be the result of intakes for the different MHEIs, provides opportunities for students to get first-hand experience of multi-cultural challenges and the need to learn how to work in virtual organisations.

The programme makes wide use of the system integrated video conferencing, enabling multiple students from different countries to meet on-line and discuss and work on projects in interactive video conference rooms. The course-work calls on students to use online project management tools and develop interactive presentations integrating skills and competencies of diverse students groups.

These course elements are all critical to the development of today’s entrepreneur – visionaries who can understand the role of strategy and master its implementation to lead and build teams which add real value to the customer groups they serve.

The course will provide students with the skills that enable them to demonstrate their specialised or multi-disciplinary knowledge of the challenges related to successful entrepreneurship. This includes their ability to reflecting on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge and judgements in their roles as entrepreneurs. The programme gives them the skills to perform critical evaluations and analysis with incomplete or limited information to solve problems in new or unfamiliar environments. Their experience in research-based assignments throughout the coursework will also assist them in producing original research when required to support any of their entrepreneurial initiatives. In addition, the course will help them develop new skills in response to emerging knowledge and techniques facing SMEs in all markets. It will then be up to them to develop and utilise leadership skills and innovation skills to enable them to operate in complex and unpredictable work environments which are so typical of today’s open international markets.

Entry Requirements

• Academic Qualifications:
  • Second Upper Bachelor’s Degree (2:1) or higher
  • A Pass in a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years’ work experience in an administrative or managerial position within an SME or organisation. The work experience must demonstrate execution of key management functions, including planning, organising, control, and leadership. This must be supported by:
    • Relevant letters of reference , and
    • A recruitment interview where the candidate’s SME experience will be assessed.
• English Language Proficiency: Candidates must provide proof of proficiency in English through one of the following:
  • International language certification
  • Proof of university attendance where the language of instruction was English
  • Proof of work experience of more than 4 years in an international business where English was the primary language.

Target Group

The Master’s Degree in Entrepreneurship is designed for Level 6 graduates from both business and non-business fields who are actively involved in business activities. This programme aims to further develop their competencies, supporting those already running their own businesses and preparing those eager to start new ventures or assume top management roles within SME organisations.

This programme is particularly suited for practitioners — individuals who are either running their own businesses or in the process of setting one up. Entrepreneurs and managers within SMEs will be able to build upon their practical knowledge, developing strategic and creative responses with a blend of specialised theoretical knowledge. The curriculum is focused on the entrepreneur’s perspective , enabling participants to take their businesses to the next level. As part of the programme, students will have the option to select 2 out of 3 elective modules to tailor their learning experience.

The target group for this programme includes SMEs employing between 10 to 250 employees , as these businesses need to establish and sustain formal structures for growth and long-term development.

Overall Course Objectives

By the end of the course, students should acquire the following knowledge:

• the comprehensive specialised or multi-disciplinary theoretical and practical knowledge which forms the basis of original research, which may contribute to social and ethical issues enabling students to critically analyse, contract and compare management theories concerning entrepreneurship and their implementation in the real world of SMEs;
• the capability in using knowledge and skills, to understand market trends adapting to the fast-changing business environment and to manage people and projects efficiently based on critical analysis of the surrounding environments. This calls for a correlation of an organisation’s vision, mission, strategy and core values in the development and implementation of an organisation’s winning strategy – one that adds value to customers in a sustainable manner.
• The ability to communicate with specialist and non-specialist audiences clearly and unambiguously the conclusions and knowledge which may be the outcome of original research, self-study or experience reflecting their critical evaluation how the internal and external environment impact the future of their business.
• The ability to perform critical evaluations and analysis with incomplete or limited information to solve problems in new or unfamiliar contexts, and to produce original research required as a basis for any entrepreneurial initiative.

Learning Hours

• Contact Hours: 488
• Self-Study Hours: 1,570
• Supervised Placement and Practice Hours: 78
• Assessment Hours: 114
• Total Learning Hours: 2,250

Teaching & Learning

• Delivery Format
  • Online : Access course materials through the eLearning platform
  • Onsite : Easy School of Languages, 21 St. Ursula Street, Il-Belt Valletta, VLT 1230
• Language of Instruction : English

Assessment Methods

Each module will be assessed based on the following components:

1. Quality of Contributions in Forums: 30%
   • Evaluation of participation and the quality of insights shared in online discussion forums.
2. Quality of Contributions in Tutorials: 20%
   • Assessment of engagement and contributions during tutorial sessions.
3. Research-Based Assignments: 50%
   • Completion and quality of research-based assignments that demonstrate understanding and application of the course material.

Passing Criteria:

• Students must achieve an aggregate of 50% or higher across the three components to pass each module.

Fee Structure

• Master’s Degree in Entrepreneurship (90 ECTS):
  • Online Programme (74 weeks, part-time): €10,090
  • Blended Learning Programme (52 weeks, full-time): €12,790
• Post Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship (64 ECTS):
  • Online Programme (48 weeks, part-time): €8,400
  • Blended Learning Programme (48 weeks, full-time): €10,800
• Individual Course Modules (EQF/MQF Level 7, 8 ECTS – 6 weeks duration):
  • Online: €1,050
  • Blended: €1,350

Scholarship Schemes

• Partial scholarships may be available.
• Terms and conditions apply.

Intakes

• Intake #1: 06/01/2025
• Intake #2: 17/02/2025
• Intake #3: 31/03/2025
• Intake #4: 12/05/2025
• Intake #5: 23/06/2025
• Intake #6: 04/08/2025
• Intake #7: 22/09/2025
• Intake #8: 03/11/2025
• Intake #9: 15/12/2025

Programme Leaflet

• Click here to download the Programme Leaflet

Programme Application Procedure for Students (Online Learning Programmes)

This programme offers a unique opportunity for international students to experience blended learning in Malta, a stunning Mediterranean island. Key features include:

• The chance to travel and study in Malta
• The ability to work part-time while pursuing your studies
• Earn a European-accredited qualification via an online platform
• Weekly online tutorials with industry experts
• On-site support classes at Advenio eAcademy’s Learning Centre in Valletta

Programme Application Procedure for Students (Blended Learning Programmes in Malta)

• Register Here

Course Modules

• Award in Principles of Management
• Award in Principles of HRM
• Award in Principles of ICT and Information Management
• Award in Principles of Financial Management
• Award in Principles of Marketing and Sales
• Award in Principles of Entrepreneurship
• Award in Fund-Raising for Start-up and Growth of SMEs
• Award in Creativity and Innovation Management for SMEs

About Advenio eAcademy

Established in 2013, Advenio eAcademy is a Further & Higher Education Institution (FHI) based in Malta, (MFHEA Licence number: 2013-FHI-006) which caters for an international clientele of discerning educational service providers and learners.