Why choose a specialisation in Entrepreneurship & Innovation?
In an economic environment where the ability to innovate is a key driver of organisational competitiveness, a specialisation in Entrepreneurship & Innovation prepares professionals capable of creating, transforming and leading high-potential projects. This innovation programme prepares students both to launch their own businesses and to take on entrepreneurial roles within established organisations.
A specialisation aligned with economic and technological trends
Businesses are facing profound changes: accelerated digitalisation, the energy transition, the rise of artificial intelligence and the emergence of new business models. In this context, professionals trained in technological innovation and value creation have become strategic assets sought after across all sectors.
Choosing this specialisation means aligning your skills with the real needs of the innovation market. Businesses are no longer looking solely for managers, but for professionals who can identify opportunities, design innovative solutions and lead their implementation in uncertain environments. The digitalisation of processes and growing sustainability challenges are further increasing demand for managers with an entrepreneurial mindset.
Develop the key skills needed to create and manage a business
The specialisation covers all the entrepreneurial skills required to take a project from initial concept through to launch. Students learn how to structure a business model, manage the financial aspects of a startup, develop an innovation strategy and build a sales and marketing approach tailored to their target market.
Project management in uncertain environments, mastery of ideation tools, the ability to raise funding and the skills needed to convince partners or investors are developed through practical exercises, ongoing projects and collaborations with industry professionals. These skills can be directly applied in real entrepreneurial settings, whether launching a business or pursuing an intrapreneurial career.
A programme that opens the door to a wide range of career opportunities
Entrepreneurship careers available after this specialisation span a broad spectrum. Graduates can launch their own business, join a growing startup, lead innovation initiatives within a major corporation or work as strategy consultants supporting organisations undergoing transformation.
Career opportunities also include roles such as Business Development Manager, Innovation Project Manager, Business Developer or Programme Director within incubators and accelerators. This diversity of career paths reflects the transferable nature of the skills developed, which are equally relevant in startup environments and established organisations looking to reinvent themselves.
Access a network of entrepreneurs and innovation industry professionals
The entrepreneurial network built during the programme is one of the most valuable long-term assets of the experience. EDC Paris Business School has more than 18,500 alumni, including 5,000 business owners across 71 countries. This ecosystem provides direct access to experienced mentors, active investors and entrepreneurs who have already navigated the stages that students are preparing to tackle.
Networking events organised by the school — including conferences, forums and pitch sessions — create opportunities to build meaningful connections with key industry players. These relationships can often play a decisive role in the development of a project: a first customer, a business partner, funding or a partnership opportunity may all emerge from these exchanges.
Work on real-world projects and gain access to business incubators
Practical entrepreneurship is at the heart of the programme's teaching approach. Students work on real-world projects from the moment they begin their specialisation, either in collaboration with partner companies or as part of their own student startup initiative. These projects evolve throughout the two years, supported by the knowledge acquired during the programme and guidance from experienced practitioners.
The EDCUBE incubator supports the most advanced projects with dedicated resources, personalised guidance and connections to the wider entrepreneurial ecosystem. This combination of academic learning and hands-on experience ensures that students do not discover the realities of entrepreneurship after graduation, but experience them throughout their studies.
Prepare for the future: a specialisation for tomorrow's leaders
Entrepreneurship and innovation require strategic vision and the ability to anticipate market developments and create appropriate responses before competitors do. The specialisation develops this leadership mindset: learning to make decisions in uncertain situations, rally teams around a shared project and stay focused in the face of challenges.
Future leaders trained through this programme stand out not only for their technical expertise, but also for their ability to create value in complex environments — a capability that organisations, like markets, will continue to value in the years ahead.
To turn your entrepreneurial ambitions into a tangible project, apply for the specialisation or download the programme brochure to discover more about the modules, teaching professionals and opportunities offered by the MSc in Entrepreneurship & Innovation at EDC Paris Business School.