Master of Science in Innovation Management
Program Overview
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Master of Science in Innovation Management
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Innovation Management is a unique program offered in collaboration with Dubai Economy, Represented by The Commercial Control & Consumer Protection Department and Dubai Intellectual Property Training Center, an initiative under Dubai Entrepreneurship Academy, the Educational arm of DubaiSME.
Program Mission
The mission of the Master of Science in Innovation Management is to equip professionals of today and tomorrow with the knowledge and skills needed to convert intellectual property and innovations into competitive advantages.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the M.S. in Innovation Management, students will be able to:
- Critically evaluate the intricate theories and practices in innovation management.
- Design solutions for complex and ambiguous problems related to innovation management for various types of organizations.
- Formulate innovation management strategies related to technology and intellectual property to help local and global organizations achieve competitive advantage in highly dynamic environments.
- Evaluate innovation models to help entrepreneurs and leaders of innovative business entities make more informed decisions.
- Contribute to the body of knowledge and practice in innovation management through advanced research.
Degree Requirements
The M.S. in Innovation Management program is a graduate-level, eight-course, one-thesis, 30 credit-hour program. The thesis is mandatory for all students and counts as a core course.
- Common Core: 27 credit hours
- Electives: 3 credit hours
- Total: 30 credit hours
Admissions Entry
Selection of students for the M.S. in Innovation Management program will be based on an individual assessment of each applicant, considering the applicant's interests, talents, experiences, and potential contribution to enriching the learning experience. An admissions interview with each applicant will be required.
- An undergraduate degree from an accredited national or regional institutional body, achieving a 3.00 GPA or better in undergraduate study.
- International TOEFL or Academic IELTS or the equivalent score on another internationally-recognized English exam.
- A statement of the applicant's career objectives, special professional and academic interest, and other reasons why the candidate wishes to pursue the M.S. in Innovation Management.
- In-person interview.
Faculty
- Interim Provost and Chief Academic Officer, Dean of the School of Business, and Associate Professor of Management: Assaad Farah
- Associate Professor of Business Administration: Akram Al Matarneh
- Professor of Management: Evangelos Dedousis
- Assistant Professor of Marketing: Pakinam Nazmy
Related Programs
- Undergraduate: Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), MMU International Progression Path
- Graduate: Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Master of Science in Innovation Management
- Certificate: Pathway to Chartered Institute of Management Accountants