Master in Management of Innovation and Sustainable Business Development

Master in Management of Innovation and Sustainable Business Development is one of 10 English-taught Sustainable Development programmes at Master's Degree level in the register, offered by 7 institutions. 10 are recorded as free for EU, EEA and Swiss students.

The Master's in Management of Innovation and Sustainable Business Development at NTNU in Ålesund is a two-year, full-time programme worth 120 ECTS. It prepares you to lead and contribute to innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainable business development. You learn how to identify opportunities, develop new solutions and manage change in organisations.

What you study

The programme combines courses in innovation, entrepreneurship, sustainability, business development and change management. You develop knowledge and skills in these areas, learning to identify opportunities, develop solutions and understand how organisations create value while responding to changing business and societal needs. Through teamwork, projects and practical problem-solving, you build your ability to think critically, collaborate and manage complex challenges.

How the programme is organised

You complete 30 ECTS credits each semester over four semesters. The third semester offers flexibility: you can study abroad, take part in Gründerskolen (The Norwegian School of Entrepreneurship), or complete an internship with an organisation. You can also explore and develop your own business ideas. The programme concludes with a master's thesis on a topic relevant to your interests and future career. Teaching uses teamwork, projects and practical problem-solving, with small classes in a close-knit international study environment. The campus has close connections with local and regional industry, giving you opportunities to meet companies and professionals. The student organisation Fjord Finance offers social and professional events.

Who it suits

This programme suits students who want to turn ideas into action and help organisations innovate, adapt and create sustainable value. It is for those interested in innovation management, sustainability, business development, consulting, entrepreneurship and organisational development. If you enjoy teamwork, problem-solving and applying knowledge to real-world challenges, this could be a good fit.

Admission, language and next steps

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, innovation, entrepreneurship, management, organisational studies or equivalent, with a grade point average of at least C. The degree must include at least 80 ECTS in courses within business, economics, management, marketing, innovation, entrepreneurship or organisational studies. For students at NTNU in Ålesund, the following bachelor's degrees are accepted: Bachelor in marketing, innovation and management; Bachelor in business administration; Bachelor in biomarine innovation; Bachelor in shipping management. The degree must be completed by the start of the semester in August. Application deadlines: non-EU/non-EEA students 1 December; EU/EEA/Swiss students 1 March; Norwegian/Nordic students 15 April. There is no application fee. EU/EEA students pay no tuition fee; non-EU/EEA students pay a tuition fee set by the institution. The programme is taught in English. Check the programme page for details and how to apply.

Master’s applications go straight to Norwegian University of Science and Technology, not through the national admission service (NUCAS). Study in Norway states that you need a bachelor’s degree comparable to a Norwegian bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS), including courses equal to at least one and a half years of full-time study relevant to the programme. Deadlines are set by each institution for each programme, so confirm yours. Entry requirements and language tests are also set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, study permits and housing.