Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship (MBA)
Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship (MBA)
Ideally prepared for new things!
Would you like to know how to recognise market opportunities, implement innovative product ideas and protect inventions? Do you want to systematically drive a company forward as an entrepreneur or intrapreneur? Then you've come to the right place!
In the part-time MBA programme or in our practice-oriented further education courses, we provide you with the know-how for your exciting challenges. The University of Oldenburg regularly achieves top rankings in the start-up radar - with us you benefit from excellent teaching, personal support and practical relevance.
You will further develop your entrepreneurial thinking and apply new knowledge directly to your own projects. At our Innovation Campus, you can develop ideas and realise both analogue and digital prototypes. Be part of a dynamic network of start-up and innovation enthusiasts!
Who is the Master's programme suitable for?
The MBA is equally suitable for ...
- Employees who want to qualify for innovation management.
- Founders, entrepreneurs and freelancers who want to strategically develop their business.
What prospects does the degree open up?
The MBA teaches you to think and act like an entrepreneur. With your new expertise, you can ...
- develop, market and legally secure innovations.
- effectively manage complex innovation processes and projects.
- assess innovation potential and enter into co-operations.
Details of the degree programme
How is the Master's programme structured?
The programme combines traditional management skills with the know-how for successful innovation management. You will take eight modules (90 CP): three core modules for solid management knowledge, three profile modules for individual specialisation and a foundation module. The final module consists of a preparatory online colloquium and the Master's thesis.
These modules, each with 10 CP, serve to build a profile:
- Fundamentals of Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship (compulsory)
- Methodical Invention and Product Development (compulsory elective)
- Innovation Cooperations and Sustainable Market Transformation (compulsory elective)
- Sustainability through Innovation and Entrepreneurship (compulsory elective)
- Start-up Economics / Entrepreneurial Ecosystems (compulsory elective)
- Legal protection for innovations (compulsory elective)
- Research Methods (compulsory elective)
- Financing and Investment in Innovation Management (compulsory elective)
- Professionalisation module with five freely selectable skills training courses
Which learning formats are used?
The modules each deal with completed subject areas and can be taken in the order of your choice. You determine the number of modules completed per semester yourself - and thus individually regulate the duration of your degree programme. There is no minimum number of modules per semester - nor is there an obligation to complete the degree within the standard period of study.
Kompetenztrainings
Um berufliche Herausforderungen zu meistern, braucht es neben fachlichen Qualifikationen auch persönliche Fähigkeiten. Diese können Sie in unseren kompakten Trainingsformaten gezielt trainieren.
Fünf Kompetenztrainings (jeweils 2 Kreditpunkte) werden zu einem Wahlpflichtmodul (sogenanntes „Professionalisierungsmodul”) zusammengefasst.
Personal support in every study module
You will receive personal support throughout the entire 26-week module: Our lecturers and mentors will support your individual learning process. The maximum limit of 25 module participants ensures optimal support.
You will primarily study on the C3LLO virtual campus and exchange ideas with fellow students there. Direct interaction takes place in online workshops or in compact on-site events. You will go through successive phases in each module.
Module process: online and on site
Students benefit from our specially developed blended learning concept, which combines online and face-to-face study. The programme is varied and practice-oriented, not only in terms of content but also didactically. Self-study and distance learning, input from lecturers, study materials as well as internet-based discussions and online tasks with direct feedback ensure varied learning.
Competence-orientated teaching and testing
Competence-oriented teaching and assessment is central to the part-time degree programmes at C3L. Knowledge acquired in the module is applied, consolidated and expanded in particular by working on real projects from one's own working life. Students can apply their newly acquired expertise directly in business practice.
The course certificate is integrated into the module during the course of study - there are no further written exams or similar. The examination is marked and can consist of a project presentation, a project report, a seminar paper or a portfolio.
Your path to the University of Oldenburg
When can I start the degree programme?
You can apply for a place from 1 June to 1 September (winter semester) and from 15 December to 1 March (summer semester).
1. check admission requirements
You can apply for a place on the Master's degree programme if you meet the following requirements:
- A first academic degree (Bachelor's, Diplom, State Examination or Magister) from a university or university of applied sciences.
- At least one year of professional experience.
2. compile and submit application documents
You can apply for a study place online via the application portal of the University of Oldenburg.
- Online application for a study place
As part of the online application, you create an application form and submit the following documents and evidence digitally.
- University degree: Proof of a recognised degree (Diplom, Bachelor's, Master's or Magister degree; State Examination) including transcript (overview of achievements) of previous studies with details of the credit points achieved to date
- University semesters: Proof of the previous university semesters (= all semesters completed in Germany including previous semesters of leave) (e.g. certificate of study progress, certificate of study, last certificate of enrolment or certificate of exmatriculation)
Professional experience: Proof of practical professional experience of at least 1 year (e.g. employment contract, job reference, certificate from employer)
You can also submit additional documents:
- Curriculum vitae in tabular form
- Certificates of previous further education and training
Application form for modulesPlease register for modules as early as possible or with your application to ensure that you get a place on the desired courses.
3. allocation of study places
Once we have received your application, we will confirm receipt and check whether your documents are complete. If any documents are missing, you can submit them to us before the application deadline. Based on your documents, the admissions committee will check whether you fulfil the admission requirements. Places are allocated on an ongoing basis during the application period.
4. accept a study place and enrol
If you fulfil the admission requirements, you will be informed via the application portal. You can now accept your study place via the portal and submit a proposal for enrolment. This is generated via the application portal and contains further information on completing enrolment.
Please send the proposal for enrolment including attachments to the Admissions office of the University of Oldenburg.
Module fees - valid until summer semester 2026
For students and guest students, the fee per module is 990 euros.
The current registration form for students and the current registration form for guest students list the fees that are currently still valid.
Module fees - valid from the winter semester 2026/27
For students, the fee per module is 1,200 euros; for guest students, the fee is 1,500 euros.
Universitätsbeitrag
Zusätzlich zu den Modulgebühren erhebt die Universität Oldenburg
- bei immatrikulierten Studierenden einen Semesterbeitrag von zurzeit 223 Euro.
- eine Gasthörgebühr von derzeit 60 Euro, wenn ein Modul als Weiterbildung belegt wird.
Es gibt keine weiteren fortlaufenden oder zusätzlichen Kosten für Prüfungen oder Ähnliches.
Save time and costs through crediting
Students who submit a proposal for credit transfer of modules and whose competences and prior achievements are recognised can shorten their Master's degree programme. In this case, fewer modules have to be studied and financed. You can find more information on credit transfer here.
We will be happy to advise you!
Further education or study? Both!
Each module of the degree programme can be taken individually as further education. It concludes with a Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS). The certificate is fully recognised for the MBA programme. This means you can simply start the programme without enrolment and decide to study later!
Our modules and further training programmes
Leadership and personnel management (Inno)
Strategic management and organisational change (Inno)
Sustainability through innovation and entrepreneurship (Inno)
Controlling (Inno)
Financing and investment in innovation management (Inno)
General Management (Inno DAS)
Innovation cooperation and sustainable market transformation (Inno)
Start-up economics (Inno)
Legal protection for innovations (Inno)
Research methods in innovation management (Inno)
Methodical invention and product development (Inno)
Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship (Inno)
Warum Teilnehmende uns empfehlen
Praxisnah
Projekte aus dem eigenen Beruf können in den einzelnen Modulen bearbeitet werden und lassen sich als Prüfungsleistung einbringen.
Flexibel
Lernen, wenn es zu Familie, Job und Freizeit passt – das Studienformat macht es möglich. Studiert wird überwiegend online.
Persönlich
Unsere Lehrenden begleiten dich intensiv und geben individuelles Feedback. In Kleingruppen tauscht du dich mit anderen Studierenden aus.
Universitär
Unsere Studierenden erhalten topaktuelles Wissen aus Forschung und Praxis – verständlich vermittelt und sofort nutzbar.
What our participants say
"What I particularly like: instead of writing written exams, I demonstrate my knowledge in presentations and seminar papers. The content is not abstract, but tailored to current academic appointments."
Alexander Mischenko, IHK speaker and co-founder of LoveLights Emden
"The degree programme provides me with sound specialist knowledge. The lecturers prepare the broad spectrum of course content really well. Many come from the business world and establish a close link to practice - no question remains unanswered."
Vinh Nguyen, project management, Feinrot Kreativgesellschaft mbH & Co KG
Questions about studying
How much time do I need to plan for the degree programme?
The average workload is around 10 to 15 hours per week. The combination of online phases, face-to-face appointments and flexible self-study sections makes it easy to combine the programme with an academic appointment.
On which topic can the thesis be written?
The Master's thesis is written while working and can address practice-orientated issues from the student's own professional environment. It is academically supervised and forms the final part of the degree programme.
Are there any funding opportunities?
Yes, tax deductibility, educational leave, employer contributions and regional or national funding programmes for in-service further education are available. Individual counselling is recommended. You can find more information and a guide to study funding here .
How can I combine my studies with my academic appointment?
The degree programme is specially designed for working people. Flexible learning times, digital formats and modular examinations make it possible to combine studying with a full-time job.
Who can I contact for advice?
The C3L study programme team is available to answer organisational, technical and individual questions. A counselling interview can be arranged by telephone or online.
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