The only accredited Master's in Enterprise Architecture in Europe.
Study while you work. Graduate with an MSc.
Why Choose the Master in Enterprise Architecture (MEA)?
The MEA is for professionals who want to go beyond strategy formulation, and learn how to execute and sustain real business transformation. Designed by the Innocom Institute, Belgium’s independent transformation leader, this programme connects business, IT, and people for lasting impact.
The value you can expect from this change leadership masterclass
The MEA is not an academic degree, it’s a leadership accelerator for real-world change.
For you
Gain confidence to lead without formal authority, influence decisions at all levels, and become the trusted voice in transformation programmes.
For your organisation
Accelerate project delivery, reduce misalignment costs, and bridge the gap between technical excellence and business impact.
For your team
Build stronger stakeholder relationships, improve cross-functional collaboration, and create momentum in complex initiatives.
Immediate impact
Apply techniques directly to ongoing projects. Past participants report measurable improvements in stakeholder engagement within weeks.
Investment approved: This programme qualifies for KMO-portefeuille funding (DV.0214955), making it easier to secure management approval.
Accelerate your career
MEA graduates hold key leadership roles in top European companies, leading enterprise and digital transformations that create real impact.
200+ alumni
Now in leadership roles across Europe
Programme overview - 4-day leadership & change curriculum
Day 1
Personal development
Friday 7 November 2025
Strengthen your personal leadership and communication foundations. Define your training goals, guide transitions, set motivating objectives and develop the talent around you.
Day 2
Influence and communication
Friday 19 December 2025
Learn to influence and persuade through active listening, questioning and negotiation. Craft stories that sell ideas and deliver confident, impactful presentations.
Day 3
Driving execution
Friday 9 January 2026
Turn plans into action: give constructive feedback, keep teams aligned and motivated, manage conflict effectively and sustain momentum throughout transformation.
Day 4
Leading at C-Level
Friday 6 February 2026
Operate at executive level. Conduct courageous conversations, secure C-suite engagement and affirm your leadership presence in high-stakes contexts.
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Career impact
Alumni lead transformation teams at companies like KBC, Bpost, Belfius, and Telenet.
The MEA combines academic rigor with hands-on expertise across five specialised learning tracks, helping you master both theory and application.
Your learning journey: From strategy to transformation leadership
Track 1 – Strategy execution through Enterprise and Business Architecture
Learn to translate strategic ambitions into executable frameworks. Modules:
Understanding Strategy
Introduction to (Enterprise) Architecture
Designing the Enterprise Blueprint
Building the Business Architecture
Track 2 – Building and delivering solutions in practice
Bridge business design and IT execution from concept to delivery. Modules:
From Business to IT
Software, Integration & Solution A - 1
Software, Integration & Solution A - 2
Solution and project delivery
Track 3 – Understanding domain-specific architectures
Master data, technology, and security architectures that drive innovation. Modules:
Data Management and Strategy
Technology and infrastructure
Exponential Technologies & Innovation
Enterprise Security
Track 4 – Leading transformations as an architect
Develop governance, leadership, and organisational change capabilities. Modules:
Enterprise Governance I
Enterprise Governance II
Organizational behaviour and change
Architecture in practice
Track 5 – Become a master of EA
Apply your learnings in a real transformation project under expert supervision. Modules:
Academic Research
Master’s thesis track
Tailor the MEA to your schedule
You can start with one track or individual modules, earning certificates that count toward your degree. This modular structure allows you to spread your studies over multiple years at your own pace.
An officially accredited master’s degree, unique in Europe
The Master in Enterprise Architecture is a fully accredited Master of Science (MSc) programme, officially recognized by the NVAO and the Flemish Government.
The Innocom Institute is the only independent company in Europe officially recognized as an institute for higher education.
This makes the MEA truly unique, blending the academic rigor of a university with the real-world focus of a business school.
Graduates earn the official title:
Master of Science in ICT Enterprise Architecture (MSc)
This internationally recognized accreditation guarantees that your diploma meets European higher education standards and is respected across industries.
Discover if this master is right for you
Join our next free 1-hour online info session and explore what it truly means to become a digital transformation leader through the Master in Enterprise Architecture (MEA).
Next session
May 5th, 12h30
Duration & Schedule
1–2 years to complete your Master’s (full-time or part-time)
17 weekends between September and June
Thursday evening → Saturday noon sessions
Flexible: start with modules or tracks and build toward your full Master’s
Tuition Fees (2025–2026)
| Option | Fee (excl. VAT) | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Full Master’s Programme | €27,000 (€22,500 Early Bird) | All modules, materials, catering |
| Single Track | €7,295 | 3–4 modules + certificate |
| Individual Module | €2,195 | One weekend module + certificate |
All options include learning materials, lunch, and coaching.
Funding & Support
Eligible for KMO-Portefeuille funding (up to 40%)
Our registraton nr is DV.0214955VAT-deductible as a professional training expense
Many employers co-finance MEA participation under leadership development budgets
Location
INNOCOM Institute
Heiststeenweg 131, 2580 Beerzel, Belgium
(On-site sessions with hybrid options when relevant.)
Accredited Master of Science
Accredited Master of Science
For working professionals
Led by top industry experts
For working professionals
Led by top industry experts
Holistic learning
Business, IT, people, and governance combined giving you tools to design, implement, and refine strategy.
Expert-led & independent
Learn from top academics and Innocom consultants who lead real transformation programmes every day.
Flexible Format
Designed for working professionals. Thursday evenings online, Fridays & Saturdays onsite.
"The MEA shaped my career. I moved from architect to transformation leader."
— MEA Graduate, CIO at Belgian Tech Firm
MEA vs. MBA - What sets it apart
MEA
MBA
The MEA is for professionals who want to go beyond strategy formulation, and learn how to execute and sustain real business transformation. Designed by the Innocom Institute, Belgium’s independent transformation leader, this programme connects business, IT, and people for lasting impact.
Focus
Who's it for
Outcome
Key skills
Approach
Format
Recognition
Business & IT integration, enterprise transformation
Architects, analysts, transformation leaders, executives
Tools to translate, implement & refine strategy
Enterprise architecture, change, governance, agile transformation
Practice-based, led by industry experts
Hybrid: online + on-site (for working professionals)
Accredited Master of Science (Europe)
Business strategy & financial management
General managers, executives
Broader business knowledge
Leadership, finance, marketing
Theory-based, academically focused
Typically full-time or modular
Business Management Degree
Boost your potential for career advancement
After completing the MEA
40+ partner organisations
Including KBC, Bpost, Belfius, and Telenet
15+ years of succes
Empowering professionals through transformation
“The MEA gave me the structure and confidence to lead large-scale transformation projects.
The practical approach was a game-changer.”
CIO, Belgian Tech Firm
Learn from the experts who shape enterprise transformation
The MEA is taught by a unique blend of industry leaders and academic experts. Professionals who don’t just teach transformation, they lead it in the field every day.
Guy Brouns
Programme Director
“If your goal is to drive transformation beyond strategy formulation, the MEA is the right choice.”
A flexible format and transparent tuition designed for working professionals.
Jurgen Van De Sompel
CEO
“Our mission is to empower professionals to lead sustainable digital transformations.”
Geert Poels
Professor U Gent
“The educational program that its lecturers would have liked to participate in themselves”
Monique Snoeck
Professor KU Leuven
“The program that makes you truly understand how to gain business value from IT”
Plus 15+ guest lecturers from leading enterprises across Europe
