What to do after a master's in entrepreneurship

22 Jul 2025

A master's degree in entrepreneurship opens many doors for graduates, both in the professional world and in further study. This 5-year postgraduate course develops essential skills in management, project management, marketing and finance, enabling students to enter the world of work with a highly sought-after profile. Let's take a look at the different opportunities available to graduates of a master's degree in entrepreneurship.

What careers are available after a master's in entrepreneurship?

The master's in entrepreneurship trains multi-skilled professionals capable of holding a variety of positions in companies. Graduates can move into positions of responsibility such as :

  • Business developer, responsible for developing commercial activity and identifying new markets;
  • Innovation project manager, responsible for implementing innovative projects;
  • Key account manager, managing relations with strategic customers;
  • Business start-up consultant, supporting entrepreneurs in their projects;
  • Innovation Director, defining the company's innovation strategy.

The average annual salary on completion of such a course is generally between €40,000 and €45,000 gross, with rapid progression depending on the experience gained.

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How do you go about setting up your own business after this course?

Setting up your own business is a natural next step after a master's degree in entrepreneurship. This course provides you with all the skills you need to develop your own business: 

  • drawing up business plans and viable economic models;
  • Fund-raising techniques and knowledge of funding ecosystems;
  • Skills in digital marketing and sales strategy;
  • Legal and tax management adapted to start-ups;
  • team management and leadership.

Many graduates choose this path, either immediately after their studies or after a few years' professional experience.

How can you make the most of your master's degree in entrepreneurship abroad?

The international dimension is now an essential part of an entrepreneur's or manager's career. Graduates of a master's degree in entrepreneurship can look forward to an international career thanks to :

  • Recognition of the Master's degree in the European and international arena;
  • The language skills developed during the course;
  • An understanding of the challenges of international trade and intercultural management;

The professional networks established during placements or stays abroad.

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What further study is possible after a master's degree in entrepreneurship?

If you want to deepen your knowledge or specialise further, there are several options open to you:

  • A Specialised Masters (MS) to acquire expertise in a specific field such as digital marketing or corporate finance;
  • An MBA to enhance your international management skills;
  • A Master of Science (MSc) to specialise in a specific sector.

To take your academic career further after a Master's in Entrepreneurship, IPAG Business School offers the Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA). This professional doctoral programme at bac+8 level is designed for experienced managers who want to develop their expertise while solving real-life business problems. 

Delivered over three years, it enables students to acquire academic rigour while maintaining a professional activity, offering new career prospects in consulting, company management or higher education.