Business & strategy

Programme

MSc Entrepreneurship, Technology and Startup Management

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Practical information

Type of programme

Full time

Duration

1 or 2 years

Tuition fees

€35,000 for the 1-year MSc / €47,000 for the 2-year MSc

Location

Berkeley (USA), Sophia Antipolis (France)

Language

English

Start date(s)

August

Admission level

High school + 3 years of study, Bachelor degree

Degree

Master degree

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Programme overview

We are currently witnessing an innovation boom surounding AI. This can be illustrated by the fact that Nvidia market capitalisation has tripled in about one year to become the wolrd most valuated company. Such an innovation hype is not unprecedented, it has happened before with TV, the Internet, smartphones and will happen again in the future. We believe that deep-tech fields such as AI/ augmented intelligence, AR/VR, biotechnology, blockchain, cybersecurity, energy storage, genomics, IOT, nanotechnology, robotics and space exploration, to name a few, will revolutionize our lives in the coming decades.

These booming markets will therefore open countless opportunities for entrepreneurs. However, launching and managing a technology startup does have some specificities. One of the best places in the world to learn how to do this is Silicon Valley. According to CB insights, out of the 1219 unicorns worldwide as of November 2023, more than half are in technology. Six hundred and sixty ones were born in the USA and, of those, about half in Silicon Valley. This is close to twice the number of unicorns than in all of Europe in an area of just 150 square kilometres. That gives an indication of the outstanding ability of this part of the world to manage technology innovation. UC Berkeley lies within this stellar ecosystem and - with 22 Nobel laureates – it is one of the finest institutions in the world. University of California, Berkeley Ranked #1 in the World for start-up creation in the latest Pitchbook rankings. Students will be privileged to follow courses on the Berkeley campus itself with The Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship & Technology and share classes with some UC Berkeley undergraduate and graduate students.

The Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship & Technology is the premiere institution on the UC Berkeley 
campus for the study and practice of technology-centric entrepreneurship and innovation.

UC Berkeley’s Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship & Technology​

UC Berkeley lies within this stellar ecosystem and - with 22 Nobel laureates – it is one of the finest institutions in the world. Students will be privileged to follow courses on the Berkeley campus itself with The Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship & Technology and share classes with some UC Berkeley undergraduate and graduate students.

The Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship & Technology is the premiere institution on the UC Berkeley campus for the study and practice of technology-centric entrepreneurship and innovation.​

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  • Students choosing this programme will benefit from:
     

    • Studying for one semester at the heart of the most innovative ecosystem in the world: Silicon Valley and studying the second semester in one the leading technopoles in Europe : Sophia-Antipolis.
    • Many classes will include interactions with outstanding founders of fast-growing technology companies at various stages of development
    • There will be plenty of opportunities to learn about the latest deep-tech trends.
    • Following a robust academic programme which covers the latest innovations and technology trends.
  • Students will acquire the following skills:

    • Develop your ability to build from scratch and manage a technology startup.
    • Learn to work in teams with scientists and engineers: students following this programme will have the chance to work with science and technology students from Berkeley
    • Analyse a “technology push” new venture idea from multiple perspectives in order to give it the best chance to succeed.
    • Master the specific skills required to transform a technological invention into a commercially viable product through rapid prototyping and quick market interactions.​

Courses

At the end of their courses students will have the chance to edit either a business plan if they want to launch their company or a dissertation. This important final piece of their studies will represent a real opportunity to blend their newly acquired learnings with their upcoming career.

Students will also have the chance to validate their professional experience either through launching their own startups or by doing a four to six months internship in the startup ecosystem.

Programme co-directors:
Nicolas Servel, SKEMA Business School
David Law, Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology, UC Berkeley​

Artist/Entrepreneur/Athlete and Student: It’s Possible!

SKEMA offers tailored arrangements for individuals with special statuses, enabling them to successfully pursue a dual path: obtaining a higher education degree while continuing their professional careers.

These programmes are built on curriculum flexibility, notably through a course system that includes tailored measures for each type of activity, providing a real solution to support the success of dual academic and professional ambitions.

The High-Level Athlete Track

The course system offers students the following:

  • Possibility to extend the duration of studies (by 1 to 2 years) without any additional tuition fees (HLA – High-Level Athletes) / academic years may be split
  • Personalised timetable arrangements, based on a detailed review of both sporting and academic calendars
  • Tailored support including academic and athletic mentoring, follow-up, and specific assistance dedicated to the needs of athletes
  • Adaptation of internship and exam arrangements in case of competitions.
  • Flexible international experience if needed
  • Recognition of athletic commitment through the award of 3 ECTS credits.

Documents to be submitted in addition to your application:

  • Athletic CV with record of achievements
  • Sports motivation letter
  • Copy of your current year’s federation licence or club certificate
  • Sporting goals, training, and competition schedule for the coming year
  • Certificate of inclusion on the Ministry of Youth and Sports list or from the training centre (if applicable)

Admissions

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Financing

Tuition fees for the academic year 2026-2027, provided for information purposes and subject to change. Definitive amounts will be those mentioned on the contract at the date of registration.

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Contact us

A team is at your disposal for any further information you may require.

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Yongfeng Lu

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Yongfeng LU

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