Careers in Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Embarking on the Master of Science in Global Innovation & Entrepreneurship at emlyon business school offers comprehensive career support in global innovation management and entrepreneurship. This program combines international innovation strategies with practical entrepreneurship courses, preparing you for roles such as innovation manager, entrepreneur, or positions in business development on a global scale.

Targeted jobs

Careers in global innovation and entrepreneurship offer a wide array of possibilities. These professions are characterized by their dynamic and ever-evolving nature, providing individuals with the opportunity to shape the future of businesses and societies. Whether you aspire to be an entrepreneur, a social entrepreneur, or an innovator, this Master of Science equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the rapidly changing landscape of the global market.


  • Entrepreneurs/Social Entrepreneurs
  • Innovators
  • Business Developers
  • Sustainable Innovation Catalysts
  • Product Development Managers
  • Business Intelligence Developers

Targeted companies

Targeted companies for recruitment of graduates from the MSc in Global Innovation & Entrepreneurship include : Amazon, Bpifrance, EY Advisory, Hermès, KPMG, L’Oréal, Philips, Volvo Trucks, etc.


🌍 Students are hired from companies in France and internationally


Job placement statistics for our recent graduates

  • 100% of students have found a job in less than 3 months after graduation
  • 50% of students have found a job before graduation
  • Average starting salary: €51,1K


Survey carried out in 2024, based on the 2023 cohort.

Employability

  • 45,000 alumni in 130 countries
  • 2,200 companies recruiting our students worldwide
  • 2nd in France for the Employability University Ranking 2025 (Times Higher Education)
  • Top 1% of business schools with a triple international accreditation: EQUIS, AMBA, AACSB

Career Center

As a student of the MSc in Global Innovation & Entrepreneurship, you will benefit from a dedicated career track which will include workshops, expert panels, fairs, events, company visits, etc.


The Career Center provides continual support in identifying career goals and developing action plans. Program-specific careers services include:


The Careers Services Department provides all students with continual support in identifying career goals and developing action plans. Program-specific careers services include:


  • Workshops: Career workshops help you prepare for your internship search and future career.

  • 1-to-1 coaching: Self-assessment tools and individual coaching hours provide you with the opportunity to prepare your next move.

  • Career booster: After graduation, students have access to a 3-year career booster with our Career Services Department to help them make the first important decisions in their career.

  • Tools: Our wide range of career tools (including Jobteaser) helps you find out more information on partner companies and sector specific resources, including databases with internship and job offers.

  • Events: Over 30 events and conferences are organized every year by our Career Services Department to help our students network with prospective companies in all types of sectors and job prospects.

  • Links with companies: Over 200 companies visit emlyon business school campuses each year and provide students with continuous access to the business community.

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Alumni network

As a future graduate, you will hold lifelong membership of emlyon business school alumni network, a network of near 45,000 alumni covering more than 130 countries.

 

✔️ You will benefit from all services it offers, including :


  • Support from career coaches
  • Career workshops, conferences & webinars
  • Access to job boards
  • Access to online assessment modules and learning ressources
  • Connection to 50+ alumni communuties

 

Its members will help you further develop your career regardless of which stage you are at, by providing you with career development information, exchange business information with you and share their experience for you to build on.

 

More information on the emlyon alumni network >