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Master of Science in Design Thinking and Entrepreneurship National Louis University - Illinois Campus National Louis University - Illinois Campus, USA

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USD 13662

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 Free

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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60%

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Program Overview

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Design Thinking and Entrepreneurship graduate program prepares you to create your own entrepreneurial business opportunities or innovate from within an organization as a corporate entrepreneur. Focusing on women’s entrepreneurship, you’ll learn human-centered approaches to innovation that will encourage you to develop a deep understanding of users, think broadly about problems, and recognize the value in the contributions of others. You’ll cultivate your own unique leadership style and learn how to overcome barriers facing women entrepreneurs today, such as earning funding from investors. Additionally, you’ll grow your business network in Chicago, a city with the highest concentration of women-owned startups and women-focused investors in the country.

  • Do you want to develop a deep understanding of users, think broadly about problems, and recognize the value in the contributions of others?
  • Do you want to learn design thinking and business acumen to hone creative thinking, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills and build a viable opportunity for today's emerging markets?
  • Do you want to learn more about the opportunities and challenges facing women entrepreneurs and how to overcome these common barriers?
  • Do you value one-on-one guidance from a business mentor and opportunities to grow your business network and relationships with funders?
  • Are you looking for a flexible degree program schedule in an executive format, meeting one Saturday a month?
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 42 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Jan 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    54 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    National Louis University International Opportunity scholarships
    All international students admitted to a National Louis University Bachelor's degree program will receive an annual, renewable scholarship equal to 10% of the full-time tuition rate (valued up to $7,599* ).
    Eligibility

    • Available to international students only
    • Students are only eligible to receive one NLU resource per academic year
    • NLU scholarships can only be used to cover tuition costs and are not refundable to the student
    • Students must maintain full-time status (14+ credits/term) and continuous enrollment (Summer optional)
    • Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0
    • Students must adhere to all university policies in order to remain eligible to receive NLU scholarships

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