Master of Science - Innovation and Management

Advance your career with a Master's in Innovation and Management at Montana State University. Scholarships available for international students. Apply now!

Program Description The Master of Science in Innovation and Management (MSIM) is a 30-credit, non-thesis one-year graduate program designed specifically for recent Engineering and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) graduates, with most students enrolling immediately following their undergradate degree and others with 1-3 years of work experience. The goal of the program is to provide early-stage professionals with a set of skills that will enable them to be more effective leaders, innovators, and team members in their respective careers. Program Details: Students in this program will be utilizing a cohort model with all courses taught in Jabs Hall 207, the Risa K. Scott Collaboration Lab. Only 6 credits out of the 30-credit program are electives. Students will have the option of completing the degree in two semesters, two semesters plus a summer capstone, or in three semesters. MSU students will be allowed to reserve up to 6 credits of graduate-level classes from their undergraduate degree into the program. Upon completion of the MS in Innovation Management, students will be able to: ● Assess market viability for a new product and/or a new company ● Assess and model financial viability for a new product and/or a new company ● Rapidly prototype and iterate a new product concept or design ● Conduct market research to validate critical strategic assumptions ● Write and present a comprehensive business plan to a venture or corporate investor