Business Studies in Innovation in European Business
HU University of Applied Sciences UtrechtProgram Overview
The Business Studies in Innovation in European Business at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht is a Master programme in Business & Management over 15 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Business Studies in Innovation in European Business programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 15 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 8,090 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 8,090 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Utrecht, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Business Studies in Innovation in European Business programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Open innovation (5 credits)
- Innovation opportunity recognition and assessment (5 credits)
- Venture Capital and Private Equity Evaluating early stage investments (5 credits)
- Leading edge Seminar on Innovating in Europe, Focus on Ireland and Great Britain (5 credits)
- Dissertation Preparation I
- Innovation and Strategy (5 credits)
- Managing Innovation (5 credits)
- The product Life Cycle (5 credits)
- Leading edge Seminar on Innovating in Europe, Focus on France and South Europe (5 credits)
- Dissertation Preparation II (5 credits)
- Innovation in Services (5 credits)
- Social Innovation (5 credits) Implementing innovation and managing change (5 credits)
- Leading edge Seminar on Innovating in Europe, Focus on Holland (5 credits),
- Dissertation Completion Workshops
- International orientation on the full cycle of innovation; study in three countries (classes in culture & language);
- Perspective of Change;
- Focus on professional practice;
- In-company placement in European company;
- Research techniques and skills;
- Research project and presentation;
- Training in management skills and intercultural skills;
- Guest lecturers and company visits;
- Study trip to EU offices in Brussels; Innovation centres, innovating companies and incubators in the three countries;
- Optional; French Stream (intensive French course and some subjects taught in French) for non-French native speakers and matching Dutch Stream for non-Dutch speakers in Utrecht;
- Small groups of students from various countries and cultures
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The programme is opened on a competitive basis to students having successfully completed a 4 year curriculum at third level whatever their country of origin. Mature students with significant appropriate experience are also eligible.
Candidates must be able to show proof of English Language Ability based on Toefl, Toeic or IELTS score as appropriate (minimum IELTS score 6.5).
Admission requirements
All students must apply for the MBS IEB at www.PAC.ie and provide all required information. Applications are reviewed by a committee of assessors and a short list is compiled based on results obtained by applicants in their primary degrees and the relevant professional experience they have accumulated to date.
Offers are made to applicants in the order of their ranking in the shortlist. Some applicants will initially be placed on a waiting list but will get final answers quickly.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 8,090 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 8,090 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 8,090 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 8,090 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht
HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht
Utrecht, Netherlands
The University of Applied Sciences Utrecht (HU) is a higher vocational university in Utrecht, Netherlands.
University Profile- Application Deadline Jun, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 15 months
