Antwerp management school

The systematic introduction of innovation in companies is considered to be one of the most important challenges of the future. Innovation has become a crucial tool for creating competitive advantage on a global scale.

Many companies are actively looking for managers who are able to monitor, evaluate and manage their processes of innovation and development, ranging from the creation of new ideas to the successful commercial launch of new products. This Master program was developed in close collaboration with companies to meet the need of preparing a generation of managers to take innovation to a higher level in any type of company.

Why follow this program at Antwerp Management School?

The program will take you through the creative processes of how to generate new breakthrough ideas and how to assess these projects critically in terms of potential added value. You will be given the tools to valorize innovation and to develop comprehensive business plans.

Our Career Management Service helps you launch your career. Throughout the complete year a Career Development Manager will guide you. Additionally you will have access to our documentation center and a database of companies and organizations.

What can you expect?

Content level: Deepening Expertise

After attending this program

• You will have a sound basis in the theory and concepts of all major functional areas in management
• You will have a thorough knowledge of the management of innovative teams, the creation of new ideas and their go-to-market
• You will be trained in a variety of communication skills and business attitudes, e.g. multicultural communication, entrepreneurship, negotiations, creativity, teamwork, leadership
• You will have broadened your scope of employment opportunities both in terms of functionality and of sector, and increased your chances of worldwide career progress and employability

What's this program about?

The Master of Innovation & Entrepreneurship is taught in an interactive way. Students are expected to actively participate in class discussions, analyse business cases, prepare business presentations, report by means of group papers and engage in computer-assisted exercises. In all courses the focus will be on the practical application of concepts in real business life.The program has 4 modules. The course 'Development of your personal management talent' is an integral part of the curriculum.

Foundations for Innovation

• Management and organization
• Innovation strategy
• The fuzzy front end
• Human centered solution design
• Creativity techniques

Management Tools for Innovation

• Accounting (advanced for economists)
• Finance (advanced for economists)
• Marketing and sales

Advanced Innovation Topics

• Organizing for innovation
• Advanced finance for innovation
• Business plan development

Cases & Consulting Project


Development of your personal management talent

This course aims for the further development of basic skills and attitudes that help you in developing 'authenticity' and which are crucial for effective functioning in an organizational setting. More information

For who?

Career level: Recent graduate

This program is designed for

Students with a master's degree in engineering, product development, IT or applied economics/business, who have a special interest in the power of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Academic Director

Antwerp Management School Faculty

• 

  Peter-Jan
  Engelen

  Faculteit der Toegepaste Economische Wetenschappen, Vakgroep Bedrijfseconomie, Universiteit Antwerpen

• 

  Victor
  Gilsing

• 

  Marc
  Ingham

  Visiting lecturer and Research Associate CRECIS, IAG School of Management

• 

  Rudy
  Moenaert, PhD

  Strategic Marketing

• 

  Benny
  Podevyn

  Corporate Finance

• 

  Marianne
  van der Steen, PhD

  Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Professional Faculty

• Philippe De Ridder , Managing Partner, Board of Innovation
• Nick De Mey , Managing Partner, Board of Innovation
• Koen Verhaert ,
• Joannes Vandermeulen , Zaakvoerder, Namahn
• Joannes Brants , Octrooigemachtigde, De Clercq, Brants & Partners

When? Where? How?

Dates

Start: September 10, 2012
Duration: 10 months

Fees

€ 9200 (VAT exempted)
Included: all student facilities at Antwerp Management School and the costs of field trips. Excluded: books and documentation.

Location

Antwerp Management School
Sint-Jacobsmarkt 9-13
BE- 2000 Antwerpen

Requirements

Candidates should hold a degree that represent 4 years of full-time study at university level, resulting in a master’s degree or an equivalent bachelor’s degree (a full time, 4-year curriculum, excluding orientation or preparatory years). It is possible to apply before you have completed your studies. In this case, the selection procedure will take place under the assumption that you graduate from your present studies before starting the program. Fluency in English, both written and spoken is required.

Degree/Certification

The master degree “Master of Innovation and Entrepreneurship”, is officially recognized by the Flemish Community and will be handed out upon succesfully completing the exams.The program is AACSB and NVAO accredited.

Application Process

Application procedure

1. Fill in the online application form on top of this page and upload the following documents:

• Motivation essay; detailed instructions on how to write this essay can be found here
• Resume/CV
• Passport
• Photo

2. Send scanned versions of your transcripts, academic record, TOEFL/IELTS scores (except for native English speakers or applicants who have completed their undergraduate studies in a native English speaking country) to ams-masters@ams.ac.be

We strongly encourage early application, as we only accept a limited number of students. Moreover, applying early will give non-EU students sufficient time to arrange for visas. The deadline to apply for EU citizens is September 1, 2012 and for non-EU citizens July 1, 2012.

Selection procedure

Once your application file has been accepted, Skype or telephone interviews will be organized to get a better insight of your motivation, perseverance, personality, leadership skills, as well as your knowledge of English.

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