Masters in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship

5th Year Masters for Brown Undergraduates

Leverage the skills and expertise developed in your bachelor’s degree

Lead at the intersection of business and technology with a STEM-designated Sc.M. degree in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship (PRIME); STEM undergrad degree NOT required.

Complete 6 required courses | 2 electives waived | 25% tuition reduction!
In the online application 5th year students apply 2 electives (director approved) from their undergraduate studies toward the electives required in PRIME.

  • Brown 5th Year Deadline: May 1, 2026 – letters may be forthcoming

  • GRE not required

Unique Features of PRIME

Bridge theory and practice through rigorous study, global immersion, and internships, accelerating your readiness for roles in consulting, corporate transformation or startups.

  • Condensed June-May schedule allows students to gain hard skills and professional experience in just one year.
  • The program can be completed in the traditional face-to-face format on campus or fully online for working professionals.
  • Learn core business skills in finance, strategy, marketing, decision making, globalization and management.
  • Students use the tools they gained in class at an organization aligned with their career interests in an internship program with a PRIME-partnering company during their studies.
  • Participate in various business immersion activities throughout the program where students interact with company executives, government representatives, and technologists, richly enhancing their classroom experiences.

Application Process and Materials

You can lock in the 25% tuition reduction if you decide to defer a year.

  • Open to students from any undergraduate concentration; apply during senior year
  • Application fee waived for Brown student applicants
  • Final deadline for Brown seniors to submit their application is May 1, letters may be forthcoming

Required Materials for Brown 5th-Year Applicants

  • Unofficial transcript from Brown
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Personal statement: 50-1000 words stating your reason to pursue graduate work. Opportunity to express your interest pertaining to the development of the business and technical foundations for successful careers in areas related to innovation and entrepreneurship. The statement should include examples of your past work in your chosen field, your plans to continue your study at Brown
  • 2 Video Essays 1: personal |  2: professional
    Recording time: 60s max
  • GRE not reqired
  • TOEFL is not required

APPLY NOW

Leverage the skills and expertise developed in your bachelor’s degree to take the next step. We look forward to considering your candidacy.

PRIME Application