About the Master of Global Innovation Management Program
Dual Degree Masters Program
Master of Global Innovation Management
Offered in partnership with the Université Paul Cézanne Graduate School of Management (IAE) in Aix-en-Provence, France
Program Overview
The Jenkins Graduate School of Management, part of the North Carolina State University College of Management in Raleigh, N.C. - in partnership with the Université Paul Cézanne Graduate School of Management (IAE) in Aix-en-Provence, France - is offering a new master’s degree in Global Innovation Management, beginning fall 2008. Students in the program will come from around the world and classes will be held in both France and the United States.
This one-year program awards two master degrees:
- a degree from NC State University and
- a degree from the Université Paul Cézanne.
The curriculum is designed to give engineering, science and other technology-oriented students a strong exposure to core business management skills while providing in-depth exposure to a host of global innovation management issues. It was designed specifically for students who are looking to create a personal competitive advantage for today's global job market.
Students will be taught by international professors who are leaders in their fields. Interactions with global firms will occur both in the classroom and via internships. The Master of Global Innovation Management was designed to respond to a growing need identified by U.S. and international companies, who report that they are seeking “technically trained graduates who have a global perspective, who can think outside the box, and who can make an immediate, positive impact at our company.”
Program Location
Fall 2008 - Classes will be held in Aix-en-Provence, France
Spring 2009 - Classes will be held in Raleigh, NC, USA
Summer 2009 - Internship in France or USA
Program Benefits
- Training in critical core business areas
- Developing globally oriented, creative mind-set
- Enhancing business communication skills
- Managing projects from conceptualization to commercialization
- Enhancing networking and team-related skills
... and one more thing
After two years of full-time work experience, students who earn the dual master degree in Global Innovation Management from NC State and IAE can receive their MBA from NC State University's Jenkins Graduate School of Management after completing just one additional year of full-time study. That’s three graduate degrees for two years of study. Talk about a great way to strengthen your personal competitive advantage!