Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Business & Management
A course by
University of Auckland
Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to thrive in today’s dynamic business landscape. You’ll learn about entrepreneurial ecosystems, innovation within organisations, real-world project work, and develop problem-solving skills for a changing workplace.
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Thrive in the business landscape
Gain knowledge and skills relevant to the dynamic demands of modern business and enterprise environments.
Apply innovation frameworks
Develop practical experience in applying frameworks to manage innovation processes across different organisational contexts.
Lead project-based innovation
Participate in real-world projects and gain expertise in generating, evaluating, and launching innovative ideas.
What You're Signing Up For
The Innovation and Entrepreneurship major at the University of Auckland Business School provides students with hands-on experience in project-based real-world scenarios, from start-ups to established firms. Learners explore frameworks for managing innovation, participate in new product development, and engage with industry professionals. The programme prepares graduates to lead innovation both as entrepreneurs and within established organisations, with skills to identify and champion new opportunities in dynamic environments.
Course Content
- Innovation ecosystems and support for new ventures
- Corporate innovation and intrapreneurship
- Project-based real-world scenario learning
- New product development in established organisations
- Corporate venturing
- Māori enterprise
- Social enterprise
- Entrepreneurial start-ups
- Practical frameworks for innovation
- Managing innovation processes
- Leading organisational change
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business
Government
Social Enterprise
Start-ups
Future employment opportunities might be
Innovation leader within corporates or government organisations
Start-up founder or co-founder
Social entrepreneur
Business analyst or adviser
Business development manager
Product owner or Innovation manager
Consultant specialising in innovation and growth strategies
Technology transfer specialist
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