If you’re interested in how new ideas become viable businesses or how organisations innovate and adapt, this course is designed to help you build a structured understanding of innovation, entrepreneurship and leadership in a global context. It is suitable for aspiring entrepreneurs, early-career professionals and those looking to move into innovation-focused roles across sectors.
You will explore how organisations identify opportunities, develop new products and services, and respond to change. This course covers areas such as venture creation, innovation management and strategic financial decision-making. You will also examine how businesses operate within wider economic and technological environments.
Teaching combines academic study with applied learning. Through case studies, practical assessments and project-based work, you will engage with scenarios designed to reflect real-world contexts. Block learning allows you to focus on one module at a time, supported by academic staff.
Gain practical experience and boost your CV with an additional professional placement or additonal professional practice. See the modules for more details. 2
By the end of the course, you would have developed:
These skills can support your progression into a range of roles, depending on your experience and career goals.
Organisations across industries are increasingly focused on innovation, adaptability and sustainable growth. Understanding how to develop and evaluate new ideas can be valuable in a wide range of professional contexts.
On this course, you will:
You may also have opportunities to work on your own ideas or respond to set business challenges as part of your assessments.
This approach is designed to help you build practical understanding alongside academic knowledge. It can support you in developing transferable skills such as critical thinking, communication and adaptability, which are valued across a range of sectors.
The Entrepreneurial Leadership and Risk Management module meets the criteria set by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) for the CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice. Students who successfully pass this module will be eligible to gain the award as an additional qualification at no additional cost.
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Typical entry requirements:
An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in any discipline. Evidence of relevant professional qualifications equivalent to Level 6 or at least two years relevant work experience will be considered.
We recognise a breadth of qualifications, speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.
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An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in any discipline. Evidence of relevant professional qualifications equivalent to Level 6 or at least two years relevant work experience will be considered.
If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.