Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master's program in Strategic Innovation Management at the University of Groningen is a full-time program that focuses on the strategic process of managing innovations. The program is designed to provide students with expertise in developing, organizing, and protecting innovations, as well as collaborating with external parties to drive success.

Program Structure

The program consists of a combination of core courses, electives, and a Master's thesis. The core courses cover topics such as innovation strategies, company resources, collaboration, and capturing value from innovation. Students can choose from a wide range of electives to tailor their learning experience.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the program, students must hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in a relevant field, such as Business Economics, Business Administration, or Economics and Business Economics. Students must also demonstrate proficiency in English, with a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 90.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's nationality and the start date of the program. For EU/EEA students, the tuition fee is €2,601 for the 2026-2027 academic year, while non-EU/EEA students must pay €21,400.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the program can pursue a variety of career paths, including strategic or innovation management, business development, or consultancy. The program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a dynamic and rapidly changing business environment.

Research Areas

The program is connected to the research institute Innovation and Organization, which focuses on topics such as collaboration, digital transformation, and sustainability. Students can explore research questions such as how companies can collaborate effectively to drive innovation, or how digital transformation can be turned into real performance gains for organizations.

Study Associations

The program is associated with the Economics and Business Faculty association (EBF), which provides support and guidance to students during their studies. The EBF also organizes events and activities to help students prepare for their future careers.

Program Details

• Degree: MSc in Business Administration
• Course type: Master
• Duration: 12 months (60 EC)
• Language of instruction: English
• Start dates: February, September
• Faculty: Economics and Business

Specializations

• Future Prosperity and Sustainability
• Leadership and Governance
• Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence
• Energy Transition and Climate Change
• Master Internship
• Double Degree International Business and Finance (Shanghai)

Transfer Options

• All Universities of applied sciences: via a pre-master with a maximum of 45 EC
• Erasmus University Rotterdam: no additional requirements
• Maastricht University: no additional requirements
• University of Groningen: no additional requirements
• Wageningen University: no additional requirements
• VU University Amsterdam: no additional requirements
• Nyenrode New Business School: no additional requirements
• Utrecht University: no additional requirements
• University of Twente: no additional requirements
• Tilburg University: no additional requirements
• University of Amsterdam: no additional requirements
• Leiden University: no additional requirements
• Radboud University Nijmegen: no additional requirements

Registration Procedure

Students must apply via Studielink and the Progress Portal of the University of Groningen. The Admissions Office will evaluate the student's educational background and assess their eligibility.

Application Deadlines

• Dutch students: May 1, 2026 (September 2026 start), October 15, 2026 (February 2027 start)
• EU/EEA students: May 1, 2026 (September 2026 start), October 15, 2026 (February 2027 start)
• non-EU/EEA students: May 1, 2026 (September 2026 start), October 15, 2026 (February 2027 start)