Ryerson MBA

MMSc in the Management of Technology and Innovation

The MMSc in Management of Technology and Innovation is a Master’s degree for people interested in a research career in industry or academia. The curriculum is coursework-based plus a thesis. It emphasizes the development of sound qualitative and quantitative research skills, oriented toward research in the area of technology management and innovation. Students apply these skills to write a thesis that makes an original contribution to the theory or empirical study of technology/innovation management, giving graduates a strong foundation for doctoral studies or a career in research. MMSc students take three required courses, a research seminar, three elective courses and a five credit thesis.

Eleven credits are required to complete the MMSc degree. A credit is earned for a twelve week class. The MMSc degree can be completed by a full-time student in a minimum of 16 months, or by a part-time student in a minimum of 26 months.

Typical Full-time program structure is a minimum of four terms. Students without a BComm or equivalent degree complete a set of Foundation courses prior to graduation. Foundation courses are comprised of five credits supplying an introduction to basic business concepts and skills.

Program Requirements

Required Courses:

Elective Courses:

Thesis:

Term Three and Four is the continuation and finalization of the Thesis.

Foundation Courses*

The Foundation courses consist of 5 credits designed for students who have an undergraduate degree in a discipline other than business. Full and Part-time students can begin the Foundation courses as early as the Spring/Summer term.

Course Descriptions