Technology Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship

Rochester Institute of Technology

United States of America, Rochester

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Rochester Institute of Technology

United States of America , Rochester

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

USD 65

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines2-Sep-2023

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 62,030 / year

Next Intake 2-Sep-2023

Technology Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship

About

Leverage RIT's rich entrepreneurial culture: You'll have access to the Simone Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, The Construct (our world-class maker space), and Venture Creations (RIT's business incubator).
Choose from two tracks: The technology management track and the technology entrepreneurship track both provide immersive knowledge in key areas that impact technology innovation.
Technology innovation is fueled by technology, the arts, and design: Only at RIT can you connect with resources across the fields of business, science, technology, engineering, and design.

Technology innovation is a key business driver in all industries as new products and services rapidly improve our lives in significant ways. Technology innovation managers and entrepreneurs who know how to lead technological change in entrepreneurial ways are in high demand to capitalize on process and product development opportunities. As an entrepreneur and innovator, you will be part of today's innovation management as you identify problems and view them through the lens of technology innovation in an effort to develop unique and creative solutions.

The MS in technology innovation management and entrepreneurship will help you gain the skills you need to create value for your startups or entrepreneurial corporations. Through real-life business exposure and leveraging sources via RIT's integrated global network, you'll emerge as a business leader who can lead with technological entrepreneurship.

The program offers two tracks. In the technology management track, you will develop advanced product development and data analytics skills targeting organizational management and strategy needs. The technology entrepreneurship track develops skills in starting and managing new ventures that utilize research and marketing analytics to evaluate market options and build strategy. Each track consists of core courses and electives in data management and analytics and managerial skills.

Study Technology Innovation at RIT

World-renowned resources in business, science, technology, engineering, and design allow innovation and entrepreneurship to thrive at RIT. Your advantage is a rich entrepreneurial culture, with access to facilities such as the Simone Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, The Construct (a world-class maker space), and Venture Creations, RIT's business incubator. Teachers, industry mentors, an applied approach, and access to science, technology, engineering, and design resources prepare you to focus on entrepreneurial and innovation processes by which inventions and creative new ideas are brought to market.

Saunders College professors bring industry experience and include entrepreneurs, C-level executives, vice presidents, and leading scholars in disciplines like technology management. You will benefit from small class sizes and dedicated faculty advisors that provide one-on-one guidance. As a graduate of the program, you will have a unique combination of technical and business expertise relevant to large incumbent firms and new startup ventures.

Students are also interested in: Technology Entrepreneurship Adv. Cert., Business Administration MBA

Leadership for technology integration and rapidly emerging technologies.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Transcript(s)

RIT requires transcripts from all colleges and universities that you have attended, including transcript grading keys.
International students should provide transcripts (or mark sheets) and degree certificates from all post-secondary institutions.

To submit your transcript(s) for application review:

Upload copies or official transcript(s) with the submission of your online application, or
Upload your transcript(s) through your admissions portal after you have submitted your application

Upon enrollment at RIT, you will need to contact your prior college or university and request that your official, final records be sent directly to RIT. Documents you upload are not considered official.

Degree Requirements

All applicants to RIT’s graduate programs must hold—or currently be completing—a four-year baccalaureate degree, or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree, granted by an accredited college or university.

If you have not yet completed your undergraduate coursework, your admission will be contingent upon submission of your final transcript showing the degree granted and the date of the degree.

3-Year Degrees from International Universities
RIT will review applicants with 3-year degrees from international universities. Students with 3-year degrees from India must meet all of the following conditions:

The college or university is WHED recognized, and
The college or university is NAAC accredited with an "A" grade, and
You have passed in the 1st Class (or equivalent).

If you do not meet the above requirements, you may request a WES evaluation or you would need to complete (or be in the process of) postgraduate study.

If your 3-year undergraduate degree is currently in progress, you may be admitted contingent upon obtaining your degree in the 1st class or equivalent.

Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana
RIT considers Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana to be comparable to US bachelor’s degrees under the following conditions: the HND is a 2-year program that followed a 2-year National Diploma (ND) or Ordinary National Diploma (OND) program, for a total of at least 4 years of post-secondary study.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Upload a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) to your online application. Your resume or curriculum vitae (CV) should include details about your education, employment, and internship history. Pertinent research experience should be included as well.

Career

Typical Job Titles

Business Model Designer	Change Agent
Business Development Lead	Innovation Analyst
Venture Architect	Product and Integration Lead
Business Operations Planner	Business Analyst
Product Manager	Product and Integration Lead
Digital Transformation Strategist	Chief Technology Officer

Salary and Career Information for Technology Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship MS

Cooperative Education and Internships

What makes an RIT education exceptional? It's the ability to complete relevant, hands-on career experience. At the graduate level, and paired with an advanced degree, cooperative education and internships give you the unparalleled credentials that truly set you apart. Learn more about graduate co-op and how it provides you with the career experience employers look for in their next top hires.

Co-ops and internships take your knowledge and turn it into know-how. Business co-ops provide hands-on experience that enables you to apply your knowledge of business, management, finance, accounting, and related fields in professional settings. You'll make valuable connections between course work and real-world applications as you build a network of professional contacts.

Cooperative education is optional but strongly encouraged for graduate students in the MS in technology innovation management and entrepreneurship.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 62,030

Application Fee

USD 65

How to Apply

Find your degree of choice and review the admission requirements.
Create an RIT admissions account to begin your application. All you need is your email, first and last name, and birthdate to get started.