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Innovation Management Certificate
Lead Ideas from Spark to Strategy.
This executive-level certification empowers professionals to drives growth, this course equips you to lead the process—from ideation and design thinking to real-world implementation. Learn how to structure innovation inside teams and organizations, transform culture, and deliver value-driven solutions that last.
What you learn during your studies

Technology & Skills:

  • Explore how to drive innovation within your organization
  • Learn proven frameworks for idea generation, evaluation, and implementation
  • Work with innovation management tools, data visualization, and project dashboards
  • Understand how to manage innovation portfolios and calculate ROI on innovative projects
  • Learn to build innovation cultures and manage cross-functional innovation teams

Methods & Mindset:

  • Think like an innovator and strategic leader
  • Apply design thinking and lean startup methodologies
  • Learn to identify market opportunities and emerging technology trends
  • Develop an entrepreneurial mindset focused on value creation
  • Build skills in change management and strategic business transformation

How You'll Learn:

  • 3 weekends in a compact format designed for busy professionals (5 ECTS)
  • Flexible learning in English, combining online modules with optional live workshops
  • Learn from XU Exponential's industry partners
  • Expert feedback from instructors with innovation management experience
  • Certification from a state-recognized university in Germany

What you'll be able to do:

  • Identify and prioritize high-potential innovation opportunities
  • Build innovation pipelines and manage project portfolios
  • Design innovation processes that deliver measurable business impact
  • Transition into roles such as Innovation Manager, Strategy Lead, or Chief Innovation Officer
  • Drive digital transformation and new business model development

Who is this program designed for?

  • Mid to senior-level professionals looking to lead innovation initiatives
  • Entrepreneurs and founders wanting to formalize their innovation approach
  • Consultants and business analysts seeking innovation expertise
  • Product managers and strategy professionals ready to drive organizational change
  • Leaders seeking to build innovation cultures and processes within their teams

Future Job Opportunities?

Automation Engineer

Robotics Developer

Additive Manufacturing (3D) Technician

IoT Systems Analyst

Engineering Project Manager

Industrial Tech Entrepreneur

Production Innovation Manager

Your degree programme at a glance

Format

Face to face

Location

Face to faceOn-Campus in Potsdam/Berlin

Duration

3 Years / 6 Sem. 6 Years/ 12 Sem

Language

English

Start

October 2025

Recognition

State-recognized in Germany

Fees

from €27.360 Full-Time Study Fees

Full Scholarships & Funding available

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Monthly
Per Semester
Per Year
Full Program
EU Students
€708
€4,248
€8,496
€25,488
Non-EU Students
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€6,000
€12,000
€36,000
Additional fees may apply (e.g. registration, public transport, graduation).
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