Entrepreneurship and Innovativeness

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Level of study

University postgraduate programmes

Duration

3 years

ECTS credits

180 ECTS

Professional or academic title

Doctor of Science (dr. sc. socio.) in the field of Social Sciences

Introduction

In an era of rapid technological change and global economic dynamics, entrepreneurship and innovativeness become key factors for success, both for individuals and for society as a whole. The Interuniversity Interdisciplinary Doctoral Study Programme "Entrepreneurship and Innovativeness" is designed to enable the deepening of knowledge in these important areas and to develop the skills necessary for creating new business models and managing innovation.
This doctoral study programme emphasises the importance of an interdisciplinary approach, combining the economic, legal, and technological aspects of entrepreneurship. Through scientific research, students are trained to analyse entrepreneurial processes, develop innovation strategies, and formulate policies that encourage economic growth. Furthermore, the programme enables participants to apply the knowledge acquired in practice, either through their own business ventures or through work in scientific institutions and the corporate sector.
Candidates holding a Master's degree in the field of social sciences, such as economics or law, are eligible to enrol. Candidates from other educational backgrounds may enrol in the programme subject to taking differential examinations. This ensures that students come from various disciplines, contributing to the diversity of ideas and approaches to innovation.
This programme is not only academically challenging, but also relevant to the real world. By learning how to identify opportunities and manage innovation processes, participants become leaders who can shape the future of business and society. Through scientific and practical work, this programme contributes to the creation of a new generation of experts capable of solving challenges and promoting sustainable development.

For more information, please visit the course webpage www.ices.hr.

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Terms of enrollment

Completed university graduate study or university integrated undergraduate and graduate university study in the field of social sciences, field: economics or law
Completed university graduate study or integrated undergraduate and graduate university study not in the field of social sciences (field: economics or law) with the obligation to take differential exams
Completed undergraduate university study according to the study system before 2005 in the field of social sciences, field: economics or law
Completed undergraduate university study according to the study system before 2005 that is not in the field of social sciences (field: economics or law) with the obligation to take differential exams
Completed postgraduate scientific (master's) study in the field of social sciences

Programme structure

Teaching at the study is conducted over 4 semesters. The distribution of ECTS credits is indicated below:

30 ECTS credits are acquired in six compulsory courses that are offered in all majors that have a common content and cover the areas of managerial economics, research methods, leadership, project management, controlling and strategic management. With these courses, most of the joint learning outcomes of all majors are achieved.

90 ECTS are distributed among majors, and the distribution of ECTS credits across semesters is made as follows:
In the first semester:
- 15 ECTS credits are acquired through the common content in all majors (three courses) in the field of managerial economics, research methods and leadership.
- 15 ECTS credits are distributed among the compulsory courses of the major.
In the second semester:
- 10 ECTS credits are acquired through the common content in all courses (two courses) in the field of project management and controlling.
- 20 ECTS credits are distributed among the compulsory courses of the major.
In the third semester:
- 5 ECTS credits are acquired through the common content of all majors (one course) in the field of strategic management.
- 25 ECTS credits are distributed among the major content, namely:
  - 10 ECTS credits for compulsory course content (predictably up to 2 courses).
  - 15 ECTS credits for optional course content (predictably up to 3 courses).
In the fourth semester
- 15 ECTS credits are acquired through the diploma thesis
- 15 ECTS credits are distributed among the elective course content, which can be completed in one of the following ways or in a combination of the following ways:
  - through major elective courses.
  - through university elective courses (only if the schedule permits it)
  - through courses from the ERASMUS+ mobility program or other types of mobility programs at other universities in accordance with the student’s approved study plan.
  - through student professional practice.