Vlerick Master in Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Ghent).

This page provides a concise overview of Vlerick Business School’s Master in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, helping you assess whether it fits your plans as a (future) entrepreneur.

In short

• Type: full-time, project-driven master (hands-on, with cases and group work)
• Credits: 60 ECTS
• Duration: September to June (~10 months)
• Location: Ghent
• Start date: 1 September (next edition: 1 September 2027, 2027-2028 intake)

Who is it for?

This programme is especially relevant if you:

• want to combine entrepreneurship with a strong business-school environment
• like learning through real-life cases and teamwork
• want to test and sharpen ideas in an environment with startups and innovative companies

What will you learn / how is it structured?

According to the programme information, the track is strongly practice-oriented, including:

• live business cases
• electives
• company visits
• group exercises

You work in small teams on challenges for startups and innovative companies, with direct feedback.

Applications & deadlines

• Admissions: rolling basis from October (for intake in September); for the September 2027 intake this has been running since October 2026
• Non-EU deadline (visa required): 30 April 2027 (for the September 2027 intake)
• If no visa is required, applications can be submitted until June, but early application is recommended as places are limited.

Cost

• Tuition fee: €21,500 (2027-2028 edition; includes the European Venture Tour). Payment in four instalments is possible; Vlerick also offers scholarships of up to 50% of the tuition fee.

Source

Vlerick — Masters in Innovation and Entrepreneurship (consulted 17/10/2026)