MSc In Technopreneurship

Background

As the first technopreneur programme offered by a private Institute of Higher Learning (IHL) in Malaysia, UCSI University’s Master of Science in Technopreneurship has been designed with the specific aim to develop promising technology-based entrepreneurs and leaders, who are functionally equipped with the fundamental skills, competencies and perseverance to build internationally-recognised businesses and brands.

Entrepreneurial activities have long been recognised as a major contributor to the economy and in recent times, demand for more homegrown technopreneurs has been constantly and adamantly highlighted by both academicians and industry players alike. Recognising this need, UCSI University developed the programme by synthesising the academic arena and industry best practices to promote sustainable personal and organisational growth through lifelong learning.

This is made possible by our specially-designed learning experience that emphasises pragmatic approach to complement our theoretical classes. By advocating the Praxis model, we are firm in our belief that it enables learners to go beyond the classroom and to expand their horizons by instilling creativity and innovation in their thinking process. Our Praxis centres will act as an incubator to guide and nurture aspiring technopreneurs, and provide a medium for them to establish their business and academic connections, which is undoubtedly vital especially in the early years of a start-up.


Programme Tagline

Technology innovation ↔ Entrepreneurial viable idea




Programme Positioning

• The first private IHL offering this programme
• The Praxis concept is applied to this programme

Value Proposition

• Great demand of Technopreneurship in Malaysia and worldwide (MDeC announced the needs of technopreneurs in Malaysia – added value to the programme) [VALUE UP]
• Praxis Centres become the incubator to nurture technopreneurs [COST down]

Key Message

• To nurture creative and innovative technopreneurs that contribute to the nation and worldwide
• The Praxis concept is applied to this programme

Key Attributes

• Graduate attributes of this programme are job creators or market inventors or technological employers
• Become a role model and provide opportunities for others and reduce job unemployment rate in Malaysia

Programme Details

UCSI University's MSc. in Technopreneurship is a full-time one-year programme with a trimester offering. Each semester lasts 14 weeks.

Weekday evenings and weekend; classes are scheduled on weekday evenings from 6:30pm – 10:00pm and on Saturdays from 9:00am – 5:30pm.


Assessments

MSc. in Technopreneurship is designed with a learning experience beyond the classroom. This programme combines institutionalised learning with practical experience during the networking sessions with industry players. It provides students with significant, fascinating and stimulating experiences through a variety of innovative teaching and learning techniques. The dynamic learning process involves various methods: inviting prominent guest speakers and adjunct professors, industry visit, live consulting, case studies, networking sessions and involving real-life applications and entrepreneurial experiences.

We consider assessment as an integral part of the learning process and as such we assess students continuously throughout the programme. Assessment may take the form of group work, individual assignments, research, seminars or formal examinations. In addition, a project or case study is a requirement in order to complete the programme.

Graduates of this programme will be equipped with knowledge to start their own business or take up jobs and build careers in the following areas:

• Technology Evangelist
• Technology Evaluator
• Project Manager
• Business Development Director
• E-Commerce Consultant