Online MS in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship Program

***The MS in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship program will not be accepting new students for the Academic Year 2025-2026. More information to follow.***

Drexel University's online MS in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship is a dynamic, interdisciplinary degree deeply rooted in the concept of cultivating innovation. Our curriculum seamlessly blends courses in creativity, entrepreneurship, and design thinking with hands-on project-based learning experiences that directly relate to the challenges encountered in your personal and professional journey.

In this program, you’ll not only unearth, but also refine your innate leadership qualities, and nurture a creative and entrepreneurial mindset that will set you apart. This unique combination of skills will equip you to take the helm in educational, business, and corporate organizations, steering them toward excellence through the cultivation of an innovation-driven culture.

Our graduates become the driving force behind schools and businesses where creative problem-solving and novel idea generation are not just encouraged but actively nurtured, enabling professionals from teachers to employees to tackle evolving challenges with ingenuity and foresight. Join us and become a catalyst for change in your work setting and beyond.

Master’s in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship Program Features

• 100% online with innovative course delivery and learning supports
• Learn from, and network with, respected faculty at Drexel’s School of Education and Drexel’s Close School of Entrepreneurship
• Exclusive access to two of Drexel’s creative hubs: Drexel/Torrance Center for Creativity and Innovation and the Baiada Institute for Entrepreneurship
• Actively participate in the research activities of the Freddie Reisman Center for Translational Research in Creativity and Motivation
• Designed for professionals from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences, including those working in the business, nonprofit, and educational spaces

Master’s in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship Curriculum

Drexel’s online Master’s in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship is a 45-credit program. You’ll take core courses in creativity and entrepreneurship, with class offerings such as:

• Creativity in the Workplace
• Entrepreneurial Practice & Mindset
• Neuroscience, Creativity, and Innovation
• Pitch It!

In addition to your core courses, you can choose from electives in creativity and innovation and entrepreneurship. The online master’s in creative education program culminates in a capstone project. For more information, please visit the Curriculum page.

Requirements for the MS in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship Program

To be eligible for this program, it's recommended you have at least three years of work experience in your professional career. Exceptions may be granted; please contact an enrollment counselor for more information. You should also hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or an equivalent degree from an international college or university, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. For more information, please see the Admissions Criteria page.

What Can I Do With A Master’s in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship?

Whether you work in the public or private sector, there is a growing desire to incorporate innovative practices into every step of the workflow. In Drexel’s MS in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship program, you will learn the foundational and applied aspects of the creative process and entrepreneurial thinking, which you will be able to apply to your workplace immediately. With these skills, you can help your organization foster a creative and innovative environment, while developing other creative problem-solvers within your workplace.

This degree can be applied to industries such as preK-12 and higher education, government, military, healthcare, and business.

Some job titles that this program prepares you for include:

• Chief Executive
• Education Administrator
• Entertainment and Recreation Manager
• General/Operations Manager
• Personnel Service Manager
• Social/Community Service Manager

MS in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship Salary Expectations

Actual salaries will vary based on location, job title, and industry. However, median salaries for titles you may obtain after completing your MS in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship include:

• Chief Executive - $193,850
• Education Administrator - $100,340
• General/Operations Manager - $123,030
• Human Resources Manager - $121,220
• Social/Community Service Manager - $67,150

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Related Programs

• Creativity Tools and Techniques for the Classroom and Workplace Certificate
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation Graduate Programs
• Graduate Certificate in Creativity and Innovation

Drexel University offers a variety of Graduate Minors that can be added to any master's degree program.
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