Specialized Master's
Economic Intelligence and Innovation Management
Economic Intelligence and Innovation Management
The external environment of businesses and governments is shaped by market globalization, intensifying competitive pressures, a proliferation of risks and uncertainties, and the rise of a knowledge economy. The IEMI Master's Program trains experts capable of using economic intelligence as an essential strategic tool for competitiveness: strategic monitoring, information security, influence, lobbying, and innovation management in service of decision-makers.
Practical Information
2025–2026Course Content
The program is built around specialized modules covering all facets of the field.
Foundations of Economic Intelligence
- Foundations of economic intelligence: genesis, theory, and concepts
- Geopolitics, geoeconomics, and globalization
- Management and implementation of an economic intelligence project
Strategic Monitoring & Security
- Development of a strategic monitoring approach
- Media, social networks, power centers, and decision-making circuits
- 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
- The economic intelligence market
Strategic Management
- Benchmarking and strategy definition
- Uncertainty management and complex situation analysis
- Production of actionable knowledge for decision-makers
- Professional Thesis
Applied Professional Thesis
Participants must complete an applied professional thesis on a project related to their company, sector, and area of activity. This work is supervised by an ISCAE faculty member.
A research methodology seminar and six supervision sessions are provided. The defense takes place before a jury of faculty members and professionals.
Assessment Methods & Admission
Assessment Methods
Courses are validated by a minimum average of 12/20 per module. A grade below 8/20 in any subject requires a resit in the second session.
Assessment is based on continuous assessment, final examination, attendance, and participation. The program concludes with the defense of the professional thesis.
Entry Requirements
Career Opportunities
The program prepares graduates for senior roles in the following careers:
Program Delivery
Classes are held on-site. These arrangements may change in accordance with prevailing health guidelines.
File-Based Selection
Review of academic qualifications and professional background.
Written Test
Fundamental knowledge assessment test.
Interview with the Committee
Evaluation of the applicant's aptitudes and motivation.
Professional Thesis
Defense before a jury of faculty members and professionals.
Download the Program Sheet
Economic Intelligence and Innovation Management Program Sheet — ISCAE
Contact Us
ISCAE — Rabat
Avenue Ennakhil, secteur 10. Hay Riad – 10100 Rabat
