Master of Science [M.S] [Innovation and Technological Entrepreneurship] From UMass Lowell

The goal of the Master of Science in Innovation and Technological Entrepreneurship (MSITE) is to provide engineers, business majors and scientists with the skills and knowledge required to drive innovation in today's collaborative, global workforce. Using a combination of class work, case work and real-world project activity, students will:

• Understand and leverage the business opportunities accompanying technology innovation within established companies and through the launch of new ventures.

• Develop an understanding of technology innovation and entrepreneurship from both an academic and applied perspective.

• Learn how to appropriately value and finance technology innovations and new ventures.

• Develop the market research and sales skills necessary to position technology innovations to create competitive advantage.

• Develop the management skills required to identify, launch and execute innovative products, services and new ventures.

• Develop an applied understanding of the regulatory and property law issues accompanying the innovation and entrepreneurship processes.

• Develop the project management and interdisciplinary team skills required to manage in an open collaboration environment.