Thinking about pursuing that great idea and turning it into a business? How about leading a team, division or think tank within an existing organization? Having the skillset to successfully innovate and lead in these scenarios is essential.
The UCI Master of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (MIE) is the only program of its kind in the UC System, and provides extensive integrated and immersive academic and practical experience for students looking to embark on careers as entrepreneurs (innovating to form new companies) and intrapreneurs (innovating within existing companies).
How we measure up:
- No GMAT required
- Admitted Califionia Residents will receive a $10,000 Scholarship
- Professional development workshops and personal advising
- Classes and networking opportunities with current Merage graduate students
- Interactive with industry entrepreneurs, innovators, and venture capitalists
Join UCI's entrepreneur ecosystem








Your connection to UCI's thriving ecosystem continues even after your courses end. Together, you can pave the path to successfully raise capital, advance technology, and refine your business models.
A Top-Ranked University and Business School
- No. 1 in the world for percentage of female faculty (Financial Times, 2020)
- No. 9 Public University in the nation (U.S. News & World Report, 2020)
- MONEY magazine ranked UCI #1 best public university in the nation
- 38th Most Entrepreneurial School as ranked by AffordableSchool.net
- The New York Times ranks UCI #1 in the nation doing the most for the American dream
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