Specialized Master's Degree
Economic Intelligence and Innovation Management
Economic Intelligence and Innovation Management
The external environment of businesses and states is impacted by market globalization, intensified competitive pressures, the proliferation of risks and uncertainties, and the development of a knowledge economy. The IEMI Specialized Master's program trains experts capable of using economic intelligence as an indispensable strategic tool for competitiveness, covering strategic intelligence, information security, influence, lobbying, and innovation management, all designed to serve decision-makers.
Practical Information
2025-2026Program Content
The program is structured around specialized modules covering all aspects of the field.
Fundamentals of Economic Intelligence
- Fundamentals of economic intelligence: genesis, theory, and concepts
- Geopolitics, geoeconomics, and globalization
- Management and implementation of an economic intelligence project
Monitoring & Security
- Developing a strategic monitoring approach
- Media, social networks, centers of power, and decision-making channels
- Information security and competitiveness
- Economic intelligence and Big Data: use cases
Influence & Innovation
- Influence and counter-influence strategies and techniques
- Innovation Management
- Strategic foresight for businesses and territories
- Economic intelligence market
Strategic Management
- Benchmarking and strategy definition
- Uncertainty management and analysis of complex situations
- Production of useful knowledge for decision-makers
- Professional Thesis
Applied Professional Thesis
Participants must complete an applied professional thesis related to a project concerning their company, sector, and activity. This work is supervised by an ISCAE professor.
A research methodology seminar and six coaching sessions are planned. The defense takes place before a jury composed of professors and professionals.
Assessment Methods & Admission
Assessment Methods
Validation of coursework by a minimum average of 12/20 per module. Obtaining a grade below 8/20 in a subject requires a resit in the second session.
Assessment is based on continuous assessment, the final exam, attendance, and participation. The program concludes with the defense of the professional thesis.
Admission Requirements
Professions Prepared For
The program prepares for senior responsibilities in the following professions:
Program Structure
Courses are delivered in person. These arrangements may change depending on current health guidelines.
Application review
Review of diplomas and professional background.
Written examination
Assessment test of fundamental knowledge.
Interview with the Committee
Assessment of the candidate's aptitudes and motivation.
Professional thesis
Defense before a jury of professors and professionals.
Download the program sheet
Economic Intelligence and Innovation Management Fact Sheet - ISCAE
Contact us
ISCAE - Rabat
Avenue Ennakhil, secteur 10. Hay Riad - 10100 Rabat
