Master of Product Innovation
Other Engineering
A course by
University of Canterbury
A coursework-based master's degree allowing students from any background to develop innovative product or business ideas, supported by specialised facilities and industry experts at the University of Canterbury.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Ilam Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 18 months
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Advanced knowledge of product/service innovation practice
Attain expertise in modern approaches to developing and evaluating new products and services, considering market trends, design, and user needs.
Mastery of specialised knowledge in product innovation
Develop sophisticated understanding and application of topics in product innovation relevant to your chosen field.
Business practice and entrepreneurship skills
Gain an advanced understanding of business, marketing, and entrepreneurship as they relate to product development and innovation.
What You're Signing Up For
This 180-point Master's combines product design, engineering, and business to enable students to develop and launch their own product or service innovation projects. You gain advanced knowledge and practical experience in innovation, design, business, and entrepreneurship. The programme involves compulsory and elective courses in product design and business practice, with a substantial industry-mentored innovation project.
Course Content
- PROD601 Design Critique and Research Methods
- PROD614 Design Ethics
- MBUS601 Marketing
- MBAZ673 Innovation
- Elective product design and business courses (600-level)
- Elective options such as Systems Thinking, Design and Manufacture, Bio-Inspired Design, Gamification, etc.
- INOV680 Product Innovation Project
What you need to know first
A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any subject with a B Grade Point Average in final year courses
If English is not the first language, must meet University of Canterbury English language requirements.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Product Design
Innovation
Business Development
Entrepreneurship
Marketing
Research and Development
Future employment opportunities might be
Entrepreneur/Startup Founder
Product Manager
Product Designer
Business Development Manager
Marketing Analyst
R&D Specialist
Concept Designer
Quality Assurance (QA)
Advertising
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