MSc Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management

The MSc Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management at Cardiff Metropolitan University is a one-year, full-time programme that advances students’ knowledge of how to create and manage new business ideas, as well as understand the challenges of starting new ventures. The course is organised over two semesters, with the final project completed in a third semester. 

The programme includes six modules, each worth 20 credits, covering subjects like Innovation Management, Marketing Intelligence, and International Business Strategies. After completing these modules, students work on a 60-credit dissertation or an Enterprise & Innovation Project. Additionally, students are assessed through business reports, case studies, business plans, oral presentations, and essays.

Graduates from this programme can pursue jobs in entrepreneurship, business development, innovation consulting, and corporate strategy. The course not only builds technical skills but also focuses on soft skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership.

Cardiff Metropolitan University, based in Cardiff, Wales, has a long history that started in 1865 with the opening of the Cardiff School of Art. It has two main campuses, Llandaff and Cyncoed, and offers many different study programmes. The university is known for its strong teaching quality and has received a Silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). It has also made significant advancements in maxillofacial surgery and 3D scanning technologies.

As a University of Sanctuary, Cardiff Metropolitan University supports refugees and asylum seekers by providing scholarships and helping them in the community. The university promotes gender equality, and its School of Sport and Health Sciences has earned an Athena Swan Silver Award. Looking ahead, Cardiff Met is focusing on innovation through its Strategy 2030, which aims for research excellence, building global partnerships, and promoting sustainable development.

• Applicants with at least 3 years of relevant work experience will be considered.

Grade Requirements:

• Candidates should have an undergraduate degree with at least a 2:2 grade or equivalent qualification from a recognised university. 

English Proficiency:

• Applicants who do not speak English as their first language need an IELTS score of at least 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill section.

For the academic year 2025/26, international students interested in the MSc Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management programme at Cardiff Metropolitan University should expect a tuition fee of £17,600. Keep in mind that this fee might change from year to year.

At Cardiff Metropolitan University, international students have access to various scholarships to help with their studies. For example, the MBA Scholarship can award students up to £4,000 based on their academic qualifications and relevant work experience. Another option is the Vice Chancellor Scholarship, which can give up to £3,500 and is available for certain MA and MSc programmes.

Students can also apply for the Undergraduate Scholarship, which awards £2,500 to eligible applicants. There is the Alumni Scholarship, which provides a 20% discount on course fees for former Cardiff Met undergraduates who wish to study postgraduate programmes. Furthermore, students who pay their fees in full by the deposit deadline may receive a fee discount of up to £1,000.

Graduates holding an MSc Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management degree from Cardiff Metropolitan University may qualify for these job positions:

• Entrepreneur 
• Product Manager 
• Innovation Strategist
• Financial Analyst 
• Recruiter
• Business Development Manager

Candidates who wish to enrol in this course can apply directly to the university through their self service facility. Those who have questions or need support can get in touch with one of our trained counsellors.