Innovation Management | Montana State University

FORMAT

In-person

DURATION

Two semesters

START DATE

Fall (August 2025)

Drive the future of innovation

This program helps students develop the skills needed to bring better technical ideas to the market through business. Students in this program will have first-hand experiences working on projects with researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.This unique degree will truly catalyze your personal and professional growth.

"MSIM gave me an opportunity to gain the business and communication skills I was lacking as an engineer. This program was appealing because of the accelerated one year cohort and the generous scholarship opportunities available. I watched my two best friends go through the first cohort and change their life’s trajectory for the better. I wanted to be a part of something that would help me grow and accelerate my career."

Who is this program for?

Welcome changemakers, innovators, creators, and analytical minds! Are you someone who wants to positively impact the world and make things happen? Many of you are passionate about the sciences, technology, innovation, and creativity. You believe innovative approaches will solve challenges and help others around the world.

If you are a recent STEM graduate, this program can accelerate your career by providing you with the business marketing, finance, product innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and leadership skills you need to succeed in today’s ever-changing technology-driven world.

If you are a recent business, arts, or humanities graduate, this program brings you together with STEM counterparts to build strong interdisciplinary teams while providing you with the next level business, leadership, and innovation curriculum for future success.

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Make an Investment in your Future

18%

Weekly median earnings increase from the bachelor's level to the master's level. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Current Population Survey, 2021.

100%

of our 2023-2024 students received a scholarship or financial aid. Incoming MSIM students are eligible after acceptance into the program.

Why study Innovation and Management at MSU?

One-on-one coaching

Our Bracken Center provides one-on-one coaching with students to improve writing, speaking, interviewing, and oral presentation skills.

Venture coaching

MSU's Blackstone LaunchPad provides free venture support and mentorship and coaches students, faculty, staff, and alumni to compete in startup and venture competitions.

Hands-On Learning

Students expand their skill sets through first-hand experiences working on projects with researchers, entrepreneurs, industry leaders and government programming.

Application requirements and deadlines

Application requirements

Applicants will be required to have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
GRE/GMAT scores are NOT required.
TOEFL scores of 92 or higher will be required for International students. The equivalent score for the IELTS (6.5) or Pearson/PTE (62-63) is also acceptable.
500-1,000 word essay on your motivations for entering the program
Two professional references (to provide letters of recommendations)

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Deadlines

PRIORITY SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE ( Fall of 2025)

December 20, 2024

EARLY APPLICATION DEADLINE (Fall of 2025)

March 15, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions about the MSIM Program

Q. Are there pre-requisites for students who don't have a business background?

A. There are no required pre-requisite courses for our MSIM degree program.

Q. How many students will be accepted into the program?

A. The fall 2025 class cohort is capped at 35.

Q. What are you looking for in the application/essay?

A. Passion and why this program will benefit you.

Q. Can I participate in this part-time?

A. With the current cohort model, students are expected to participate as full-time students.

Q. Is the program only in-person? Is there an online option?

A. This intensive program is currently only offered in-person (in Jabs Hall).

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M.S. in Innovation and Management (MSIM)

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