Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham
MSc Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Birmingham, United Kingdom
MSc
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
GBP 16,860 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for UK and non visa requiring applicants
** for UK| International: GBP 34,930
Key Summary
About: Study the MSc Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Birmingham Business School, designed with industry experts from sustainable businesses and social enterprises. You'll study sustainable innovation, net zero, carbon reduction, equality, diversity, and develop a Capstone project with incubation support via Elevate. Join a small cohort and access triple-crown accreditation on redbrick campus.
Career Outcomes: You'll be ready to launch a startup or work in sustainable business, social enterprise, corporate innovation, ESG analysis or public policy. Career opportunities include entrepreneurship, incubation, sustainability strategy, investing and corporate responsibility. BBS Careers and Careers Network offer workshops, mentoring, networking, internships and visa support.
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Study our MSc Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurship to put your ideas into action and shape the future of socially and environmentally responsible business.
Designed with industry experts from sustainable businesses, social enterprises, and social entrepreneurs, this course will develop your sustainable innovation and entrepreneurial career aspirations and address a range of issues and challenges, such as the drive towards net zero, carbon reduction, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
With global setbacks in sustainable development and climate action, businesses and governments face growing pressure to adopt responsible practices.
This course equips you with the knowledge, skills, and attributes to lead the transition towards sustainable business development through innovative sustainability and entrepreneurship.
You will learn to identify and consider sustainability's environmental, social, and economic dimensions, preparing you to implement sustainable innovations and business models. Whether by creating your enterprise or driving innovation within existing organisations across sectors, you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact.
- Learn from leading academics about responsible business, sustainable entrepreneurship, and sustainable innovation.
- Be part of a small cohort on this focused, specialist programme, allowing you to develop a closer relationship with experts, staff, and fellow students.s
- The course focuses on real global challenges with an emphasis on solutions through ethical and sustainable business practices
- Through our Capstone Proj,e tc you will gain the opportunity to focus on the development of sustainable propositions or business models working independently or with early-stage ventures.
A key element of our course is the development of your sustainable entrepreneurial project, aligned with your career aspirations. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate and network with students and professionals from diverse disciplines, enriching your perspective and fostering innovation.
Benefit from business incubation support through the University of Birmingham Elevate and tailored start-up assistance. Participate in B-Enterprising, Careers Network’s dedicated programme for entrepreneurs, to bring your ideas to life. Our comprehensive support system ensures you have the resources and connections needed to succeed.
Triple-crown accreditation
Birmingham Business School is one of a small number of schools worldwide to hold triple-crown accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).
Course delivery
Our Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurship Masters degree includes a wide variety of learning and teaching:
- Taught modules – these include lectures, seminars, interactive class discussions, presentations, simulations, case studies and workshops
- Assessments - these will include individual essays, group projects and group presentations
- Individual Capstone Project - providing students with the opportunity to work on a sustainable venture through an independent proposition or business model development working with an early-stage venture
Course Module
The course comprises 180 credits, taught through a series of 20-credit modules and a 60-credit Individual Capstone Project. Students will study five core modules and choose one optional module.
The modules listed below are an indication only and may be subject to change. Occasionally, it may be necessary to make changes to modules, for example, to ensure they remain current and relevant.
As a research-intensive University, our teaching is informed by the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff.
- Business Bootcamp
- Individual Capstone Project
- People and Projects
- Policy in Sustainability and Innovation
- Sustainability and Responsible Business
- Sustainable Entrepreneurship
- Sustainable Innovation
Choose ONE from the following modules:
- Entrepreneurial Growth and Internationalisation
- Sustainable Corporate Entrepreneurship
- #1: Most targeted by top graduate employers (High Fliers Report, The Graduate Market 2024)
- #80: QS World University Rankings 2025 (QS Top Universities)
- #93: World University Rankings 2025 (Times Higher Education
Birmingham Business School Masters Scholarships are designed to empower the next generation of leaders who are passionate about advancing responsible business and driving positive change.
For 2025, we are offering several scholarships to invest in future leaders who will set new global standards for responsible business leadership by challenging the status quo to seek progressive solutions to complex global challenges.
What funding is available?
- Chancellors Scholarships – for Indian Students
- Chancellors Scholarships – for Chinese Students excelling in Economics and Finance
- Deans Award for Academic Excellence
- Deans Responsible Business Award
- Deans Outstanding Talent Award
- 125th Anniversary Scholarships – for international students
- Birmingham Masters Scholarship – for UK and Ireland Students
- Birmingham Alumni Scholarship
- Postgraduate Access Scholarships
- The Grants Register
- The British Council
Whether you want to make a difference at an established organisation or launch your own business, you will leave Birmingham perfectly placed to meet the increasing global demand for sustainable business innovation. We also provide ongoing career support for international students who wish to work in the UK after graduation.
BBS Careers
BBS Careers is a dedicated service for Birmingham Business School students. The team provides guidance, support, and work experience opportunities, tailored to business school students, to help them succeed during and after university. We offer workshops, alumni and employer events, and 1-to-1 consultations. These will help you to develop your skills and learn how to submit high-quality internship and graduate applications.
Careers Network
Get ready for tomorrow, with advice, guidance and opportunities at every step of your studies. From developing new skills to preparing for a PhD, our Careers Network can help you gain an advantage in the job market or advance in your field.
Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one-to-one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters. We also offer subject-specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.