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

20 months

Duration of Program

AACSB

Accreditation

No

Meets F1 Visa Requirements

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

PATH TO YOUR MBA

After completing your MS in Innovation, you will have earned 30 credits, and you may be able to apply to an eligible MBA program. As an added benefit, if you apply to a Northeastern MBA program, you will be eligible for the Double Husky Scholarship and could receive a 25% discount off your tuition.

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Unique Features

Opportunity to work on next-generation projects and initiatives within your company

Watch Innovation at Work

Accreditation Description

Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International—the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.

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

$49.2K

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 - Acquisitions, Alliances, and Growth

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 experience-powered learning model has been at the heart of the university for more than a century. It combines world-class academics with professional practice, allowing you to acquire relevant, real-world skills you can immediately put into action in your current workplace. This makes a Northeastern education a dynamic, transformative experience, giving you countless opportunities to grow as a professional and person.

Faculty

Our Faculty

Our faculty represents a wide cross-section of professional practices and 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

Students

By enrolling in Northeastern, you gain access to a network of more than 255,000 alumni and 3,350+ employer partners, including Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and global nongovernmental organizations. Our current students and faculty across strategically located regional locations further foster a lifelong, global community of learning and mentoring.

Where They Work
- Liberty Mutual Insurance Group
- Management Sciences for Health
- Nike, Inc.
- Boston Scientific
- Stryker
What They Do
- Technology
- Financial Services
- Product Development
- Business and Systems Analysis
- Technology
What They're Skilled At
- Marketing
- Innovation
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning

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