Adelaide University
Master of Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Develop expertise in innovation management, commercialisation pathways and entrepreneurial thinking.
Course overview
The Master of Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship equips you to lead the future of business and technology.
Gain advanced skills in innovation management, commercialisation and entrepreneurial thinking. Evolve unique ideas into impactful ventures. Learn how to identify emerging opportunities, integrate AI-driven strategies and steer new product development from concept to market success.
This degree combines business insight and technological ability, preparing you to shift complex challenges into creative solutions. Develop your ability to lead projects, influence stakeholders and transform industries.
Graduates are ready to launch innovative startups, drive transformation in established companies or consult on the latest technological trends.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete 96 units comprising:
- 66 units for all core courses.
- 30 units for electives.
Each course is worth six units.
Complete 66 units for all of the following:
- Accounting Principles for Decision Makers
- AI for Business
- Navigating Commercialisation Pathways
- Entrepreneurial Thinking
- Leading New Product Innovation
- Entrepreneurial Business Development
- Strategic Innovation Management
- People, Leadership and Organisational Performance
- Marketing
- eChallenge (Advanced)
- Tech eChallenge (Advanced)
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
- A completed bachelor's (AQF level 7) or bachelor's honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
- A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Your previous studies can be credited towards your postgraduate studies, provided they meet the relevant course requirements.
If you receive an offer of enrolment and you’ve undertaken prior learning, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. The procedure is governed by the university's Recognition of Prior Learning policy. Contact the university for more details.
Outcomes
- Gain the skills to turn groundbreaking ideas into innovative business solutions and shape the future of business and technology.
- Build a solid foundation in innovation, leadership and strategic business practices.
- Gain professional skills in marketing, accounting principles and organisational performance, enabling you to make informed decisions and manage teams effectively.
- Learn how to identify market opportunities, develop innovative products and bring them to life.
- Build knowledge in strategic innovation management and understand how to navigate commercialisation pathways, so you can successfully turn creative ideas into real ventures.
- Learn to effectively manage risks and understand the complexities of market dynamics.
- Learn to leverage AI for smarter business strategies, enhancing your ability to predict trends and optimise processes.
- Get practical and hands-on experience through projects and develop and pitch solutions to real-world problems.
- You'll have the tools to lead innovation, navigate complex commercial environments and create transformative solutions.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $43,100 (domestic full-fee paying place).
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 48 units (normally eight courses) per year.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.