M.Sc. in Management (Business)

Course details

This Masters is the leading graduate programme of its kind in Ireland. The MSc in Management (Business) is designed for people who do not have an undergraduate degree in management or business, but who would like to have a thorough preparation for a career in managing a business. It is a busy and intensive programme which runs for 12 months commencing in September.

People taking this programme typically wish to complement their undergraduate degree with a business qualification at masters level, or would like to convert from their original undergraduate discipline and gain business acumen at a masters-level, with a broad range of options to enter a career in general management. The programme is designed for non-business graduates and we do not assume any prior knowledge of the modules or topics covered.

The personal competencies as well as the knowledge, analytical and critical thinking skills that are developed on the programme are the foundation for further career development and continuous learning through-out the rest of the participants life.

Aims and Objectives:

• To understand the principles of business and management.
• To gain insights into how organisations operate and how individuals behave within those organisations.
• To acquire the analytical, conceptual and practical tools necessary for managerial decision-making.
• To acquire applied knowledge through real work with assigned industry clients.
• To engage in research and to produce an in-depth analysis and evaluation of a business issue.
• To personally develop into a strong and confident business professional by leading and mentoring teams
• To develop the range of skills necessary to operate successfully in a business environment, including analytical, technical, teamworking, presentation, report writing and communication skills.

Programme Structure:

This one year, full-time programme enables your learning through a combination of lectures, self-assessment exercises, seminars, workshops, and a wide range of practical assignments - often for real-world clients. A core design element of this masters programme is that you will be given many opportunities to test and apply your knowledge on industry projects.

Modules include:

• Accounting
• Economics
• Marketing
• Business Process Innovation
• Consulting Skills
• Finance
• Dissertation/Practicum

Next Generation Management

The MSc in Management (Business) is part of DCU Business School' Next Generation Management initiative This starts with a pre-semester, week-long immersion course to provide students with the opportunity to develop the competencies required for successful management careers. It focuses on four key themes: personal and career development; leadership, teamwork and corporate accountability; global and societal awareness; and research, media and communication. Particular emphasis is placed on reflective and critical thinking, collaborating with people, creating and sharing knowledge and dealing with complexity.

You will complete an applied learning portfolio based upon these themes through activities that you choose. Students have the flexibility to develop skills and knowledge in areas and industries they are interested in. The Next Generation Management learning portfolio has proven to be an excellent talking point for students in interviews and is highly regarded by our graduate employers.

Practicum

The Practicum module is taken over the summer months, where you will work with a client organisation to solve a real-world problem or to exploit a real-world opportunity. Projects are sourced from DCU's research centres, corporate clients, or may be based on students' own insights and ideas. Previous companies include Microsoft, Enterprise-Rent-A-Car, 11890 and Blue Insurances. This is a great opportunity to apply all the learning that you will do over the year to a real-world case and will be a great asset on your CV upon graduation.

Why DCU:

DCU is Ireland's University of Enterprise with an industry engagement strategy which benefits our students

• Learning from academic experts with high level industry relevant experience ensuring you graduate with the most up-to-date knowledge of theory and practice
• Exposure to leading international experts and thought leaders during the programme, along with additional workshops, seminars and mini-conferences relevant to business and management
• Working on real-world industry client project, applying theory and giving you the practical experience demanded by employers
• Heavy emphasis on applied learning
• Strong exposure and critical analysis of existing, new and emerging technologies which enable strategic change
• Provides non-business graduates with conceptual foundation for a career in business management.

Career Prospects:

Coupled with their primary degree, graduates of the M.Sc. in Management (Business) are members of an exclusive group of multi-disciplinary graduates. This is a significant differentiator in the increasingly competitive postgraduate employment market. Graduates have been employed in a wide variety of industries and functions by leading indigenous and international organisations including eBay, IBM, Goldman Sachs, Helena Rubenstein, Irish Cement, Kerry Foods, Unicredit and GAM Fund Management.