Master of Science in Innovation — Online

The Master of Science in Innovation Online program is designed for working professionals who want to drive innovation as it applies to products, services, operations, and processes.

Anywhere

Location

Part-Time

Commitment

1 Year

Duration

Online

Program Format

Overview

The D’Amore-McKim online MS in Innovation prepares you to lead innovation initiatives in this rapidly changing business environment. The purpose of this program is to enhance your innovation leadership skills, while increasing your innovation IQ within the workplace. By enrolling in this program you will:

Learn the fundamentals of innovation and business
Study 100% online in the convenience of your home
Work closely with students who work in a diverse set of industries.
Execute innovation through real-world projects and companies
Build an innovation portfolio and skillset that will propel your career
Position yourself for career advancement

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Unique Features

Opportunity to work on next-generation projects and initiatives within your company
Option to add on an eligible D'Amore-McKim MBA after completion of the MS in Innovation program

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Admissions

A graduate degree, certificate, or bootcamp from Northeastern—a top-40 university—can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and hands-on professional experience in the area of your interest. Apply now—and take your career to the next level.

Program Costs

$48K

Tuition

$7.6K

Avg Institutional Aid

62%

% Receiving Aid

Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships and assistantships.

How to Apply Learn more about the application process and requirements.

Requirements

Application form
Application fee
Personal Statement
Current resume
Two letters of professional recommendation
Academic Transcript(s)
Permanent Residency Card (if applicable)
TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores are required (with some exceptions) for students whose undergraduate instruction was conducted in a language other than English

GMAT/GRE Requirement

GMAT/GRE waiver for those with 10+ years of work experience. For those with less than 10 years, a waiver can be requested.

Are You an International Student? Find out what additional documents are required to apply.

Global Engagement Learn how our teaching and research benefit from a worldwide network of students, faculty and industry partners.

Admissions Dates

Admissions deadlines for January term entry: June 15, August 1, October 15, December 1.
Our admissions process operates on a rolling basis, and we recommend that you complete your application early to maximize your chances of securing enrollment.

Curriculum

Core Requirements

Master of Science in Innovation General Requirements

Required Core

Complete one of the following:

On-campus only

BUSN 6280 - How Executives Shape and Lead Innovation and Enterprise Growth

3.00

Online only

ENTR 6225 - Corporate Entrepreneurship through Global Growth, Acquisitions, and Alliances

3.00

Accounting and Finance

ACCT 6280 - Planning and Budgeting for Innovation

3.00

FINA 6284 - Financing Innovation and Growth

3.00

Entrepreneurship

ENTR 6217 - Lean Innovation

3.00

ENTR 6222 - Competing in Dynamic, Innovation-Driven Markets

3.00

Management

HRMG 6280 - The Human Side of Innovation

3.00

MGMT 6280 - Innovation for Next-Generation Products and Systems

3.00

MGSC 6281 - Service Innovation and Management

3.00

Marketing

MKTG 6280 - Gaining Customer Insight

3.00

MKTG 6283 - Marketing and Selling Innovation

3.00

Experiential Learning

Northeastern's signature experiential learning model combines academics with professional practice to help students acquire relevant, real-world skills they can apply to their desired industry. Each program offers its own unique experiential learning opportunities, but they might include:

Full-Time Co-op Opportunities — Students on co-op work in a paid position in their field of study for three to six months.
In-Class Case Studies — Professors integrate case studies and exercises into the classroom to bring a real-world perspective and relevance to what they’re teaching.
Research — Students collaborate with faculty in our more than 30 federally funded research centers, tackling some of the most pressing challenges in health, security, and sustainability.

Faculty

Our Faculty

Our faculty represents a wide cross-section of professional practices and in fields ranging from finance to education to biomedical science to management to the U.S. military. They serve as mentors and advisors, and collaborate alongside students to solve the most pressing global challenges facing established and emerging markets.

Tucker Marion

The Sam and Nancy Altschuler Faculty Fellow, Bornstein Endowed Faculty Fellow, Professor & Faculty Director, MS in Innovation

Marc H. Meyer

Robert Shillman Professor of Entrepreneurship
Matthews Distinguished Professor
Co-Director of Northeastern University Center for Entrepreneurship Education
Group Coordinator, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Students

By enrolling in Northeastern, you gain access to a network of more than 245,000 alumni and 3,200+ employer partners, including Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and global NGOs. Our current students and faculty across strategically located regional campuses further foster that lifelong global community of learning and mentoring.

Where They Work
- BAE Systems
- Clear Harbors
- Liberty Mutual Insurance Group
- Management Sciences for Health
- Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.
What They Do
- Consulting
- Manufacturing
- Technology
- Financial Services
- Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology
What They're Skilled At
- Corporate Entrepreneurship
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Innovation
- Strategic Planning

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