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Small Business and Entrepreneurship

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Master Degree On-Campus find out find out February, September €2530 per year €20800 per year

About Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Master Degree - at University of Groningen

Study Small Business and Entrepreneurship in Groningen to kickstart your entrepreneurial career, by starting your firm or contributing to the success of another company.

How can small firms and family businesses positively impact society today? What knowledge and competencies do entrepreneurs need to gain to start up? If you want to learn about the dynamic world of start-ups and small businesses, this is the programme for you! The MSc Business Administration - Small Business and Entrepreneurship will equip you with the knowledge and skills to thrive in today's fast-paced business environment.

  • Focus on real-world challenges: unlike many management programmes that concentrate solely on large corporations, our programme is tailored to address the unique challenges faced by small business owners and entrepreneurs.
  • Practice what you study: through guest lectures, real-life case studies, and interactive events, such as our start-up and small business safari, you will gain invaluable insights and hands-on experience.
  • Connect with businesses: there will be numerous opportunities to engage with industry experts and develop your business ideas in collaboration with Innokite.
  • Freedom to develop yourself: you can choose from a wide range of electives and focus areas (e.g. sustainability, digital transformation, business consulting, energy transition) and build your curriculum depending on your interests.
  • Career-ready: our graduates are well-prepared to excel as entrepreneurs, small business consultants, or in entrepreneurial departments of large businesses.

Entry requirements

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