Master in Economics and Innovation Management
Program Overview
Máster en Economía y Gestión de la Innovación
Introduction
The Máster en Economía y Gestión de la Innovación is an interuniversity program offered jointly by the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, and Universidad Politécnica de Madrid. The program aims to contribute to the development of research and practical application in companies and public organizations related to innovation from an economic and business perspective.
Program Details
- Duration: 1 year (60 ECTS)
- Category: Investigator
- Language of instruction: Spanish
- Modality: Presencial
- Number of places: 36 (12 UAM)
- Approximate course price for first-time enrollment: 2,736 ; non-EU residents: 5,079
- Center: Facultad de Ciencias Económicas y Empresariales
Description of the Title
The program focuses on the development of research and the application of innovation in enterprises and public bodies from an economic and business perspective. Upon completion, students will understand the importance of innovation for competitiveness and the future of companies, regions, and countries. They will also know the fundamentals and evolution of science, technology, and innovation policies at the national and international levels.
Other General Information
- Joint title: Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, and Universidad Politécnica de Madrid.
- Coordinator: Universidad Complutense de Madrid
- Responsible center, department, or institute: Grupo PRIME-UAM, Departamentos implicados: Estructura Económica y Economía del Desarrollo
- Character: Oriented to research.
- Minimum ECTS according to enrollment and course: 30 ECTS (part-time enrollment); 60 ECTS (full-time enrollment)
Admission and Enrollment
- The application for admission to the Master's program is done electronically through the online admissions application.
- Specific access and admission requirements:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Academic transcript (certified list of courses taken and grades obtained).
- Degree in Engineering, Economics, or Business Administration, or equivalent.
- Certificates demonstrating proficiency in English (minimum B2 level) and Spanish (for non-native Spanish speakers, minimum C1 level).
- A written statement (maximum 1000 words) specifying the reasons for applying, expectations, and professional or research interests.
Documentation to Attach to the Application
- Mandatory documents:
- ID / Passport
- Academic certificate of grades from undergraduate studies
- Curriculum Vitae
- Declaration of average grade
- Accreditation of English language knowledge (minimum B2 level)
- Accreditation of Spanish language knowledge (minimum C1 level) for non-Spanish speakers
- Letter of intentions
- Access title: In case of having completed studies at the time of applying, the degree/diploma of graduate, undergraduate, or equivalent must be attached.
Weighting of Admission Criteria
| Admission Criteria | Weighting |
|---|---|
| University of origin | 20% |
| Academic transcript | 40% |
| Accredited language level: English | 10% |
| Other academic merits | 10% |
| Other professional merits | 5% |
| Letter of motivation | 15% |
Profile of Entry
The program is aimed at postgraduate students who wish to focus their professional and/or research career on technological innovation. The preferred academic background of candidates is a degree in Economics, Business Administration, or Engineering. However, it is possible to access the Master's program with other training considered sufficient by the Academic Commission.
Professional Outcomes
The Master's team annually prepares an employability report of its graduated students. The average data from recent years indicate that 93% of students were working (83%) or continuing with other studies (10%). 94% of working students were employed in large companies, innovation consulting firms, or public centers related to R&D&I.
Quality
- External monitoring: verification, modification, monitoring, and renewal of accreditation (Acredita_UAM)
- Indicators of monitoring of the degree (Portal UAM DATA)
- Labor insertion (link to employability observatory)
- Internal System of Quality Guarantee
- Quality UAM
- Complaints and suggestions mailbox
Practical Information for Students
- Schedules, classrooms, and exams
- Academic calendars
- Teaching guides
- TFM (Final Master's Project)
- Research
- Faculty
- Master's coordination
Why Study at UAM
- For our prominent position in international rankings
- For our high level of labor insertion
- Because you will enjoy the university, on our campuses, and getting to know the world
Itinerary
Know which degrees you can access this master's program from:
- Degree in Business Administration
- Degree in Economics and Finance (bilingual)
- Degree in Economics
After completing this master's program, you can enroll in the following doctorate programs:
- Doctorate in Economics and Innovation Management
- Doctorate in Economics and Business