Master of Creative Enterprise and Innovation
Business & Management
A course by
Whitecliffe College
A non-disciplinary master's programme blending academic research, problem-solving, design thinking, and human-centred innovation, preparing graduates for leadership in creative enterprise and innovation.
NZ$9,260
inc GST
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Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Auckland City Symonds Street Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 18 months
NZ$9,260
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate agile mindset and innovative leadership
Graduates will show resilience, adaptability, and the ability to lead with creativity within complex organisations or as entrepreneurs.
Apply advanced problem-solving to real-world challenges
Graduates will employ non-linear problem-solving skills and critical thinking to address complex design, business, and societal issues.
Create innovative solutions and minimum viable products
Graduates will design, develop, and bring to readiness minimum viable products (MVPs) supporting business or social innovation.
About This Course
The Master of Creative Enterprise and Innovation at Whitecliffe is a cross-disciplinary postgraduate qualification designed to develop innovators and creative leaders. Students build advanced skills in design thinking, entrepreneurship, business creation, and system-minded approaches. The hands-on applied structure encourages curiosity, resilience, and practical real-world problem solving. Graduates will be prepared for leadership, enterprise creation, and change-making roles across business and social sectors.
Course Content
- Design thinking and human-centred innovation
- Entrepreneurial mindset and leadership
- Non-linear problem solving
- Applied creative enterprise projects
- Developing minimum viable products (MVP)
- Market readiness and investor engagement
- Critical analysis of design, social, cultural, and economic impact
- Synthesising research and praxis for innovation
- Self-management and communication skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
Entry Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree with a B average in final year OR a Bachelor Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma
Bachelor’s Degree plus relevant professional experience OR equivalent practical, professional, or scholarly experience
Build towards these roles
EntrepreneurBusiness FounderInnovation ConsultantSenior ManagerChange ManagerEnterprise CreatorCreative Director
Build skills in these industries
BusinessCreative IndustriesInformation TechnologySocial Enterprise
