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THE MISSION OF CORK UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL IS A COMMITMENT TO DISCIPLINARY STRENGTHS AND ORGANISATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL ENGAGEMENT. WE DEVELOP THE CAPACITIES OF STUDENTS, PROFESSIONALS AND ORGANISATIONS THROUGH HIGH-IMPACT EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING AND EFFECTIVE PRACTICE-ORIENTED RESEARCH. 2 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021
THE VISION OF CORK UNIVERSITY
BUSINESS SCHOOL IS TO BE A NATIONALLY
AND INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED BUSINESS
SCHOOL, KNOWN FOR THE EXCELLENCE OF
THE STUDENT LEARNING EXPERIENCE AND
FOR THE IMPACT OF OUR RESEARCH ON
BUSINESS AND SOCIETY.
In pursuit of our Mission and Vision statements
CUBS is committed to ensuring that:
– All of our graduates will regard their
experiences with us as among the most
satisfying, challenging and rewarding time
of their lives in terms of learning, personal
development and intellectual growth;
they will be the strongest of our advocates
and continue to be supportive and
engaged alumni
– Our research will be known internationally
and valued for its deep knowledge,
rigour and relevance
– Our strong engagement with business
and government will be regarded nationally
and internationally as an exemplar
of best practice
– The strengths of the University tradition
and commitment to scholarly knowledge
will be maintained and enhanced
5CONTENTS
Welcome 9
Masters Degrees (Level 9)
– Accounting & Finance 12
– Business Information Systems 14
– Economics 18
– Finance 19
– Management & Marketing 22
– Food Business & Development 25
Part-time & Online Programmes (Level 8/9) 28
Research Degrees (Level 9 & 10) 32
Doctoral Degrees (Level 10) 33
What our students and graduates say about us… 34
Why study in Cork, Ireland? 37
Why study at Cork University Business School? 38
Programme Applications
– How do I apply? 42
– What will it cost? 42
– Where can I live? 42
Admission Procedure 43
International Students 44
7WELCOME TO
CORK UNIVERSITY
BUSINESS SCHOOL
Thank you for showing your interest in the graduate
programmes of Cork University Business School (CUBS).
CUBS is the new Business School of University College
Cork and builds on over 100 years of business education
here at UCC – we are one of the two largest university
business schools in Ireland.
At CUBS you will find that we offer over We want you to remember your experiences
twenty graduate degree programmes with us as among the most satisfying,
that are tailored to meet your plans and challenging and rewarding periods of
ambitions. Our goal is to give you a very your life in terms of learning, personal
challenging but supportive experience. development and your intellectual growth.
We strongly believe that we owe it to our
students to challenge them so that we can Our commitment to you is that we
help you to achieve your full potential and will make your time with us an enjoyable
help to start you on a very successful career and stimulating shared journey of discovery,
in the global business economy. development, mutual support and respect.
All of our teaching, which is research So, please go ahead and analyse all of the
led, is delivered by both scholarly and programmes that we offer and please feel
practitioner experts. You will find that all free to contact the Programme Directors
of our programmes offer you a range of and enlist their help, if required, in making
learning experiences through class work, your choice. We know that this is a very
individual assignments, group projects important decision for you and we will
and discussions with business managers. give you every assistance that we can.
Ultimately, you will become one of our Wishing you every success,
Alumni – Alumni who are known for their
business readiness and very many of whom
are in very senior positions across the
spectrum of business. Our programmes are
very responsive to the needs of business
both in Ireland and globally – we continually Prof Thia Hennessy
interact with businesses nationally and Dean of Cork University Business School
internationally to ensure that our programmes
are not just relevant but the best available.
9POSTGRADUATE
PROGRAMMES
Cork University Business School LEVEL 9
Postgraduate Diplomas further
offers a broad range of postgraduate develop a student’s understanding
of the discipline studied.
business programmes, both taught
and research based. LEVEL 9
Taught Masters are specialist degrees
designed to give you professional skills
Specific degree requirements depend and knowledge about a particular
area of business.
on the particular programme you wish
to study, but in many cases, it is not LEVEL 9
Research Masters are available
necessary to have previously studied full-time and part-time to graduates.
They provide an opportunity to
business or management. undertake advanced research on
a particular aspect of business.
Whatever your background, Cork
LEVEL 10
University Business School has Doctoral Degrees A PhD by research
can be pursued in a wide range of
a programme to suit you. subject areas within the Business School
and provides students with an opportunity
to do advanced, scholarly research
on a particular aspect of business on
a full-time or part time basis.
10 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021PROGRAMMES
Information Systems & Technology
WHAT CAN I STUDY?
History & Political Science
Mathematics & Statistics
Sciences/Food Science
International Studies
Computer Science
Medicine & Health
Agri-business
Engineering
Accounting
Commerce
Economics
Education
Business
Finance
Arts
Law
Pg. STUDY AT CUBS:
12 MACC Accounting ◊ ◊ ◊
13 MSc Management Information & Managerial Accounting Systems • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Design and Delivery
14 MSc
of Digital Business • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
15 MSc Information Systems for Business Performance • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Business Information
16 MSc
& Analytics Systems • • • •
17 MSc Cyber Risk for Business • • • •
18 MSc Business Economics • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
19 MSc Finance (Asset Management) • ◊ ◊ • • • • ◊ • • ◊ ◊ • • • ◊ •
20 MSc Finance (Corporate Finance) • • • • • • • • • • • •
21 MSc Finance (Banking and Risk Management) • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
22 MSc Management & Marketing • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
23 MSc Strategic Marketing and Practice • • ◊ ◊
24 MSc Human Resource Management • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Co-operatives, Agri-food
25 MSc
and Sustainable Development • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
26 MSc Food Security Policy & Management • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
27 MSc Food Business and Innovation • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
◊ Only if correct subject choices are taken.
2H1 Degree minimum.
Please see specific programme entry criteria for further information.
Consideration will be given to applicants who do not meet the minimum criteria but who have relevant professional
experience, subject to approval by the Cork University Business School. Please refer to the individual programme’s
entry requirements.
11MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
MAcc MASTER OF
ACCOUNTING
BRIGHT
THINKING
This one-year full-time programme offers Unique aspects of the Programme:
students a fast-track route to a career in
professional accounting, incorporating – This programme prepares students
much of the study and examination for employment as a trainee accountant,
requirements required to qualify as designed with significant contributions
an Accountant. from partners, directors and training
managers in major accounting firms
Upon successful completion of all
requirements of the programme, students will – Exemptions from the professional
gain full exemption from all but the examinations of global accountancy
Final Admitting Examination (FAE) of bodies (ACCA, CAI and CPAI)
Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI). – Graduates also qualify for exemption from
This programme however offers more than all papers in part 1 of the AITI Chartered Tax
exemptions. Students will receive an intensive Adviser (CTA) qualification
tuition in the core technical materials – Each of the “Big 4” firms (Deloitte, Ernst
assessed in the professional examinations and & Young, KPMG and PwC) has indicated
gain exposure to the emerging contemporary a willingness to support students who wish
issues in accounting and finance that will help to complete this programme at UCC prior
shape the working environment and the to undertaking professional training
future economy.
This programme offers personal
competencies and skills in commercial
PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
judgment, providing graduates with a
competitive edge as they embark on Mr. John Doran
their career in accounting. T +353 (0)21 490 2506
E jdoran@ucc.ie
Mr. Michael Farrell
T +353 (0)21 490 2614
E Michael_Farrell@ucc.ie
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H1 (GPA 3.25 out of 4.0) in a degree Duration: 12 months
[NFQ Level 8 or equivalent], with a significant Teaching Mode: Full-time
accounting specialisation AND expect to qualify Qualification: M ACC
for exemption from the CA Proficiency 1 NFQ Level: Level 9
examination of Chartered Accountants Ireland
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
(CAI). Students who do not have full CA
International (NEU) ¤18,130
Proficiency 1 exemptions from their
undergraduate degree can complete any
outstanding CAP 1 subjects as an external
student with Chartered Accountants Ireland
before entering the programme.
12 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
ACCOUNTING, BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
MSc MANAGEMENT INFORMATION AND
MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Management Information and Unique aspects of the Programme:
Managerial Accounting Systems (MSc
– MIMAS is unique in its professional nature,
MIMAS) is unique in combining digital
its focus on career and its diversity
capabilities with management accounting.
– Students hone their analytical and
The hybrid skills empower students to design
communication skills with industry panels,
systems and decision support tools, whilst
guest lecturers and group projects
assimilating the relationship of data to
management decision making. Through – Work on placements starts immediately,
research and practical work, students also leveraging past experience and new skills
become confident communicators, capable to build career opportunities
of analysing complex processes and
– The programme attracts a diverse audience,
implementing organisational change.
who, by working closely together, acquire
The applied nature of the MSc MIMAS confidence in team work and collaboration
has evolved in response to market needs.
– Exemptions
from the professional examinations
For example, as data analytics became
of global accountancy bodies. Including entry
increasingly prevalent, the MSc MIMAS
into CIMA’s Gateway Programme
incorporated advanced data visualisation
and dashboard content into its curriculum.
The six-month placement is the culmination
of the MSc MIMAS programme, challenging PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
students to apply their newly acquired
Dr. Yvonne O’Connor
confidence and enthusiasm in industry.
T +353 (0)21 490 3344
The dual focus of the MSc MIMAS E y.oconnor@ucc.ie
programme on Management Accounting
Dr. Michelle Carr
and IT skills, allied to the emphasis on
T +353 (0)21 490 2506
communication skills and professionalism,
E m.carr@ucc.ie
nurtures a well-rounded, commercially aware
and technically robust graduate ready to slot
into the workforce and add value from the
start to any organisation they join.
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H2 (GPA 3.00 out of 4.00) primary Duration: 15 months
degree [NFQ Level 8] or equivalent. You may Teaching Mode: Full-time
also be admitted to the course on the basis of Qualification: MSc
extensive practical or professional experience. NFQ Level: Level 9
No prior knowledge of Accounting /Information
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
Systems is required.
International (NEU) ¤18,130
13 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
MSc DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
OF DIGITAL BUSINESS
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Design and Development of Unique aspects of the Programme:
Digital Business (MScDDDB) is a 12-month
– Offers
a unique opportunity for graduates
full time postgraduate programme.
from non-computing disciplines
It provides creatively-minded students from
– Technology
courses are grounded in a
non-technical backgrounds the skills and
practical, real-world business context and
technical knowledge to explore interesting
designed for students with little or no prior
real-world problems and create innovative
experience in computing technology
new digital products and services.
Students learn how to gather requirements,
Graduate Roles Include:
analyse markets, design business models,
prototype specific solutions, develop – Business Analyst
websites and online communities, develop
– Web/Mobile Software Developer
mobile apps, and build databases. These
practical skills are balanced with overarching – User Experience Designer
values of design thinking, human centrism,
– Database Administrator
and user experience.
– Technical Writer
To bring these values and skills together,
we coordinate with a range of industrial – Technology Consultant
partners so students can gain hands-on
experience designing and developing for
complex, contemporary, and meaningful
real-world problems. This intensive and – The critical understanding to
innovative course offers a world-class design innovative new business
student experience. Having completed models and processes.
the course, students will have:
–T
he marketable skills to ensure
– The knowledge, skills, and techniques future employment opportunities,
to design innovative new digital products nationally and internationally.
and services.
– The technological skills to develop PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
complex digital solutions, complete with Dr. Andrew Pope
user-friendly interfaces and sophisticated T +353 (0)21 490 3733
data structures. E a.pope@ucc.ie
Dr. Carolanne Mahony
T +353 21 490 3339
Entry Requirements 2020 E carolanne.mahony@ucc.ie
Minimum 2H2 (GPA 3.00 out of 4.00) Duration: 12 months
primary degree [NFQ Level 8] or Teaching Mode: Full-time
equivalent,in any discipline except those Qualifications: MSc
with high levels of software development NFQ Level: Level 9
content (eg. computer science, business
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
information systems, etc).
International (NEU) ¤18,130
14MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
MSc INFORMATION SYSTEMS
FOR BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Information Systems for Unique aspects of the Programme:
Business Performance (MSc ISBP)
– Awarded the Best Postgraduate Course
provides students with a coherent set
in Ireland for 2020 (IT), 2019 (IT), 2018 (IT),
of skills which are essential in building,
2017 (IT), 2016 (IT), 2015 (Business),
managing and leveraging effective
2014 (IT) & 2013 (IT)
and efficient information systems (IS)
for organisations. – Currently the most popular IT
conversion programme
MSc ISBP graduates will acquire the skills
necessary to manage and leverage IS for – Strong links with industry
problem-solving, value-generation and
– Hybrid business / IT orientation
cost savings.
– Delivers a curriculum based on leading
This is a 12-month intensive conversion
edge technologies
course with industry mentored
collaborative projects. – Emphasis on developing students’ ability
to work as a team
Students are taught from beginner level,
and prepared to take up business analyst / – Access to an IS and business alumni
programmer and management positions in of over 2,000 professionals
IT departments in small, medium or large
– Provides an understanding on how
organisations, whether public or private,
organisations operate
in the financial services, manufacturing
or any sector.
PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
Mr. Bill Emerson
T +353 (0)21 490 2631
GradIreland Award Winner For 8 Years E b.emerson@ucc.ie
2020 Winner PostgradIreland Course of the Year
Computer Science/Technology Dr. Stephen Treacy
2019 Winner PostGradIreland Course of the Year
Computer Science/Technology
T +353 (0)21 490 3339
2018 Winner PostGradIreland Course of the Year E stephen.treacy@ucc.ie
Computer Science/Technology
2017 Winner PostGradIreland Course of the Year - IT
2016 Winner PostGradIreland Course of the Year - IT
2015 Winner PostGradIreland Course of the Year - Business
2014 Winner PostGradIreland Course of the Year - IT
2013 Winner PostGradIreland Course of the Year - IT
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H2 (GPA 3.00 out of 4.00) primary Duration: 12 months
degree [NFQ Level 8] or equivalent. Open to all Teaching Mode: Full-time
graduates except graduates holding a degree Qualifications: MSc
in business information systems or equivalent. NFQ Level: Level 9
Note that meeting minimum requirements does
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
not guarantee entry onto the programme.
International (NEU) ¤18,130
15 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
MSc BUSINESS INFORMATION
ANALYTICS SYSTEMS
BRIGHT
THINKING
Business Analytics enables organisations Unique aspects of the Programme:
exploit the data and IS systems at its
– Students develop a skill set appropriate
disposal to maximise organisational
for roles such as business analyst, data
performance. Students will develop the
analyst, consultant, project manager
skills necessary to gain business insights
and IT manager
to improve decision-making.
– Strongly associated with business where
The MSc Business Information and Analytics
data and information plays a critical part
Systems (MSc BIAS) provides students with
a portfolio of business and analytical – Active input on programme content and
methods for solving problems and specialisms is continuously incorporated
supporting decision making. The MSc BIAS from multinational industry leaders
provides students with a specialism in
– Considers the technical enabling capability
Business Analytics as well as an extensive
of IS and the behavioural aspects of
knowledge of business and IS concepts.
management that support informed
At the core of this programme is a selection decision making
of topics covering cloud technologies,
– Places an emphasis on design thinking and
Business Intelligence and Business Analytics,
a cognitive approach to decision making
IT performance management, data
management and IT project management.
A research project will allow student
groups to explore and develop an IT PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
solution to a specific business problem
Dr. Mary Daly
in an area specific to the Business
T +353 (0)21 490 3631
Information and Analytics area.
E mary.daly@ucc.ie
This programme provides students with
Dr. Stephen McCarthy
the technical skills and techniques needed
T +353 (0)21 490 3214
by organisations to explore organisational
E stephen.mccarthy@ucc.ie
issues and support decision-making within
a business context. These skills are essential
in any organisation where IT is integral to
the success of the business.
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H2 (GPA 3.00 out of 4.00) Duration: 12 months
primary degree [NFQ Level 8] or equivalent, Teaching Mode: Full-time
with appropriate information systems or Qualification: MSc
computing technology skills content. You NFQ Level: Level 9
may also be admitted to the course on the
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
basis of extensive practical or professional
International (NEU) ¤18,130
experience, as deemed appropriate by the
Professor of Business Information Systems
and the Business School.
16MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
MSc CYBER RISK
FOR BUSINESS
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc in Cyber Risk for Business (MSc
CRB) provides students with the skills they Unique aspects of the Programme:
need to become Information Systems (IS)
security analysts, IS risk auditors and to – Provides
students with the skillset to be
understand IS risk and data governance and successful in roles such as Data Protection
project management. Officer, IT Risk Analyst, Security Analyst
and Threat Intelligence Analyst
The programme provides students
with a portfolio of business and project – Strong
emphasis on hands-on learning,
management skills, as well as enhancing group work and teamwork
knowledge of IS concepts and core technical – Practical
lab approach to Ethical Hacking
skills. and Threat Analysis
At the core of this programme is a – Aligned
with ISACA COBIT 5 on Risk
selection of topics covering cloud Auditing and Information Systems and
technologies, IT performance management, Data Governance
data management as well as IT project
management. Students specialize in – Course
materials informed by and frequently
the topic of Information Systems (IS) reviewed by industry partners
Cyber Risk. This allows students to fulfil – Opportunities
to visit local security industry
the industry need for professionals who can sites to see Cyber Risk management
establish and manage robust systems that techniques in practice
are secure against data loss and data breach.
A research project will allow students to
explore and develop an IS solution to a
specific business problem in the domain increasingly costly scenarios which ultimately
of information security and risk management. can prove fatal to some organisations.
This programme allows students to gain a
critical understanding of audit controls and PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
security measures to help organisations
Dr. Simon Woodworth
minimise Cyber Risk in an increasingly hostile
T +353 (0)21 490 3830
and unstable environment. Systems failure or
E s.woodworth@ucc.ie
data breach due to attack or leakage are
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H2 (GPA 3.00 out of 4.00) primary Duration: 12 months
degree [NFQ Level 8] or equivalent, with Teaching Mode: Full-time
appropriate information systems or computing Qualification: MSc
technology skills content. You may also be NFQ Level: Level 9
admitted to the course on the basis of extensive
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
practical or professional experience, as deemed
International (NEU) ¤18,130
appropriate by the Professor of Business
Information Systems and the Business School.
17 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
ECONOMICS
MSc BUSINESS
ECONOMICS
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Business Economics is an
integrated course applying economics Unique aspects of the Programme:
to the business environment.
– Application of concepts and frameworks
Designed in consultation with leaders to an actual business situation- translating
from the business community and public learning into practice
sector organisations, this unique course
– External business advisors to provide
equips students with key skills for career
guidance and advice, ensuring the
development in an ever-changing
relevance and effectiveness of the skills
business world.
developed during this programme
This is a challenging research-orientated
programme, which is both theoretically
“The MSc Business Economics provides
grounded and evidence-based.
the sophisticated techniques necessary to
The focus is on analysing, understanding and evaluate alternatives and communicate the
explaining business performance results necessary to make sound business
in a competitive environment. decisions. This is a high-intensity application
oriented but hugely enjoyable course”
Programme participants are expected
to utilise the many opportunities for Christina O’Keeffe
self-development. The programme Risk & Compliance Officer,
also provides a good foundation for Fexco Merchant Services
those interested in undertaking further study
at PhD, DBA or professional development
level.
PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
Accreditation
Students on this programme are eligible for Dr. Bernadette Power
‘Graduate Membership’ of the IMCA (Institute T +353 (0)21 490 2986
of Management Consultants & Advisers in E: b.power@ucc.ie
Ireland) for the duration of the programme of
Dr. Catherine Kavanagh
study, and for one year post-graduation.
T +353 (0)21 490 1868
E c.kavanagh@ucc.ie
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H2 (GPA 3.00 out of 4.00) Duration: 12 months full-time / 24 months part-time
primary degree [NFQ Level 8] or equivalent. Teaching Mode: Full-time / Part-time
Note that there is NO requirement for Part-time option is 24 months by day (part-time
Economics or Business subjects to be part options open to EU applicants only)
of the primary degree. Consideration will be Qualification: MSc
given to applicants not meeting the above NFQ Level: Level 9
criteria (i.e. no primary degree) but with
extensive relevant professional experience.
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
International (NEU) ¤18,130
18 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FINANCE
MSc FINANCE
(ASSET MANAGEMENT)
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Finance (Asset Management) is a Unique aspects of the Programme:
one-year programme designed to prepare
– A
curriculum designed with industry and
students for careers in international
having a practical focus ensures graduates
investment, finance and banking.
have the skills sought by employers
Students focus on developing analytical and
– The
programme maintains an up-to-date
professional skills, culminating in an applied
curriculum by incorporating the syllabus of
quantitative research project or placement.
leading professional bodies
This finance course has been designed
– Strong
emphasis on practical and professional
in conjunction with industry to ensure
skills, including interview technique,
graduates have the skills sought by
presentation skills and applied projects
employers. On completion of the MSc
Finance (Asset Management), you can expect – Students
study towards a professional
to have excellent career prospects in the qualification (CFA®, CAIA®, QFA or
investment management, banking, insurance, equivalent) while on the programme and
proprietary trading, wealth management and receive academic credits for taking career
alternative investment industries. enhancing professional examinations
The MSc Finance (Asset Management) is - Faculty with significant industry experience
a member of the CFA® Institute University
Affiliation Programme and is a CAIA®
Association Academic Partner. These
partnerships ensure the programme content PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
remains up to date with industry and relevant
Dr. Caterina Santi / Dr. John O’Brien
to the needs of employers.
T +353 (0)21 490 2506
Uniquely, this MSc Finance programme E mam@ucc.ie
provides the opportunity for students to
study for CFA® and/or CAIA® professional
examinations in conjunction with their
MSc degree. Faculty is eligible to grant
a number of scholarships each year to
students on the programme who wish
to sit the CFA® or CAIA® examinations.
Entry Requirements 2020
Applicants must normally Marketing,Information – Applicants from other Duration: 12 months
have (or expect to have in Systems, Management degree disciplines may Teaching Mode: Full-time
the year of entry) a 2H1 etc.) OR be considered on a case Qualifications: MSc
degree in: – A programme with a by case basis
NFQ Level: Level 9
– A business related significant quantitative – Applicants who achieve
programme (i.e. element (i.e. Mathematics, a 2H2 degree but meet Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
Commerce, Law, Business Statistics,Engineering, all other requirements will International (NEU)
Studies, Economics, Science, Computing etc.) be assessed on a case by ¤18,130
Accounting, Finance, case basis.
19MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FINANCE
MSc FINANCE
(CORPORATE FINANCE)
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Finance (Corporate Finance) course
has been designed in conjunction with Unique aspects of the Programme:
industry to ensure it meets the corporate
finance skills needs of employers. Upon – Winner of the Postgraduate Course of the
completion of the course, students have Year: Business, Finance & Management 2017
excellent career prospects with business – Applied job market relevant syllabus
advisory, consultancy, corporate finance,
investment banking and venture capital – Professional skills development and
firms. specialised career advice
Students will examine questions such as: how – Develops the analytical capabilities,
financial markets work and how companies problem-solving skills, critical thinking &
access them to finance their operations, how communication skills, group-work skills and
to value firms and investment projects, what IT skills required for a rewarding career in the
IPOs and mergers and acquisitions are, how finance industry
to value financial products, such as stocks – Group project or industry relevant placement
and derivatives.
The quality of the programme is
demonstrated by the course winning
the best Postgraduate Course of the Year – in a corporate finance project or a corporate
Business, Finance & Management by finance internship.
GradIreland Higher Education Awards 2017.
This programme has been accepted into the
Students on the programme will gain insight CAIA® Academic Partner Programme. Upon
into the financial sector through case studies graduation from the programme students
and guest lectures. In addition, students focus also have exemptions from certain ACCA
on developing analytical and professional examinations.
skills, culminating
PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
Dr. Geraldine Ryan
T +353 (0)21 490 2506
E mcf@ucc.ie
Mr. Michael O'Connell
T +353 (0)21 490 2506
E mcf@ucc.ie
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H1 (GPA 3.25 out of 4.0) in a degree Duration: 12 months
[NFQ Level 8] or equivalent in a business course, Teaching Mode: Full-time
or a cognate discipline. Qualifications: MSc
NFQ Level: Level 9
Applicants who achieve a 2H2 degree but meet
all other requirements will be assessed on a case Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
by case basis. International (NEU) ¤18,130
20 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FINANCE
MSc FINANCE (BANKING
AND RISK MANAGEMENT)
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Finance (Banking and Risk
Management) programme involves the Unique aspects of the Programme:
advanced study of the practices of
– Close
to 100% employment record
investment, banking and risk management,
since inception
including topics such as: Asset Pricing;
Portfolio Management; International Finance; – At the top end of graduate study in
Financial Institutions; Capital Markets; business and finance in Ireland
Treasury Management; Derivative Securities;
– Provides students with the practical
Risk Management.
skills and techniques widely used in
This programme also involves an applied financial markets
research project, using cutting-edge techniques
– Manage a simulated asset portfolio
and software.
on-line throughout the year to put
As well as providing a rigorous grounding theory into practice
in theory and methods, the programme will
provide students with the practical skills and
techniques widely used in financial markets.
PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
The programme covers much of the CFA Levels
1-3 syllabus and includes regular presentations Dr. Don Walshe
and workshops from T +353 (0)21 490 2068
external practitioners. E don.walshe@ucc.ie
Students will also manage their own simulated
asset portfolio on-line throughout the year,
putting theory into practice.
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H1 (GPA 3.25 out of 4.0) Duration: 12 months full-time / 24 months part-time
in a degree [NFQ Level 8] or equivalent Teaching Mode: Full-time / Part-time
in a business subject or subject with a Part-time option is 24 months by day (part-time
quantitative element. Applicants who options open to EU applicants only)
do not meet criteria above but who have Qualification: MSc
sufficient relevant professional experience may NFQ Level: Level 9
be considered.
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
International (NEU) ¤18,130
21MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING
MSc MANAGEMENT
AND MARKETING
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Management and Marketing
programme is a one-year degree Unique aspects of the Programme:
programme for graduates who have
– Full-time professional placement or
taken no, or limited, management
a supervised research dissertation
or marketing modules in their
undergraduate degree. – Practical assessments, participative
and real world team-based learning
This programme is designed for
involving both individual and group-
students wishing to pursue a career
based project work
in management or marketing or focus
on a specific strategic innovation, – Practitioner and specialist delivery
enterprise or marketing capability. of certain course elements, including
workshops and field trips
Students of this programme typically
come from a variety of academic – Personal development, including
backgrounds, including science, arts, presentation and communication skills,
engineering, law and social science. along with one-on-one coaching sessions
for placement and interview preparation
It is also suitable for those with
professional or academic qualifications
like medicine or accounting. “I would like to thank you for an amazing
year. I thoroughly enjoyed the course
This unique programme places great
and feel it was the best thing I have ever
emphasis on the creative and innovation
done. I would also like to thank you for
aspects of management and marketing which
all your help and support throughout the
are essential for business careers
year. I look forward to meeting you all
and for the development of a knowledge-
in the future.”
based economy.
Bronwen Cruise O’Shea
Accreditation
2018 Graduate, Musgrave employee
Students on this programme are eligible for
‘Graduate Membership’ of the IMCA (Institute
of Management Consultants & Advisers in
Ireland) for the duration of the programme of PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
study, and for one year post-graduation.
Dr. Patrice Cooper
T +353 (0)21 490 3000
E p.cooper@ucc.ie
Dr. Linda Murphy
T +353 21 490 3272
E linda.murphy@ucc.ie
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H2 (GPA 3.00 out of 4.00) Duration: 12 months
primary degree [NFQ Level 8] or equivalent. Teaching Mode: Full-time
Applications without the supplementary Qualification: MSc
questions section completed will not be NFQ Level: Level 9
processed.
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
International (NEU) ¤18,130
22MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING
MSc STRATEGIC MARKETING
AND PRACTICE
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc in Strategic Marketing and
Practice is a one-year degree programme Unique aspects of the Programme:
designed for recent graduates who are
– An
advanced education in the contemporary
already familiar with core marketing
practice of strategic marketing
concepts and wish to progress their
knowledge and immerse themselves – Participative
and live learning with external
in strategic marketing and practice. business clients
The unique programme is designed to give – The use of blended and interactive teaching
students the specialised skills and knowledge
– The
development of valuable personal
to become a successful marketing leader.
skills for marketing careers – analytical
It will build on the marketing knowledge capabilities, problem-solving skills critical
and skills acquired at an undergraduate thinking, communication skills, group-work
level enhancing employability through skills, IT skills and the ability to manage
developing students’ ability to contribute major marketing research projects
to real needs of the business community.
– Master
classes with reputable industry
The blended nature of the programme partners provide insight into leading-edge
will turn marketing graduates into marketing practice and innovative marketing
marketing practitioners with an array techniques
of learning methods including live
assignments, specialised workshops,
marketing strategy simulation, and
industry based marketing practice. PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
This unique programme, designed with Dr. Helen McGrath
senior marketing practitioners, places T +353 (0)21 490 3372
emphasis on marketing practice. E helen.mcgrath@ucc.ie
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H1 (GPA 3.25 out of 4.0) in a degree Duration: 12 months
[NFQ Level 8] or equivalent, in a Business-related Teaching Mode: Full-time
discipline (e.g. business, management or Qualification: MSc
marketing). NFQ Level: Level 9
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
International (NEU) ¤18,130
23 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING
MSc HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT
BRIGHT
THINKING
Unique aspects of the Programme:
The MSc Human Resource Management – Applied Research Project where students
programme is a Level 9, CIPD-accredited partner with an organisation to research a
programme designed to capture the realities real-life, people-centred problem with
of the contemporary HR profession. dedicated mentoring from academic staff
This one year full-time or two year part-time – Variety of approaches to assessment to foster
programme seeks to help students develop a professional HR skills
career in human resource management.
– A teaching team incorporating world-class
academics and expert practitioners
Encouraging students to strengthen their
critical thinking skills, this programme’s
strategic focus is on the role of the HR function
in contemporary firms.
PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
Modules are designed to capture the realities of Dr Maeve O’Sullivan
the HR profession and explore contemporary T +353 (0)21 490 3575
and emerging issues such as recruitment and E maeve.osullivan@ucc.ie
selection, data analytics, healthy organisations
and talent development.
Delivery
The programme is delivered twice per week
(for full-time students) or once per week (for
part-time students) during semester (lunch-
time to evening).
Accreditation
On commencement of the programme,
students receive student membership of the
internationally recognised CIPD. Upon
completion, graduates can apply for
professional CIPD membership.
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H1 (GPA 3.25 out of 4.00) primary Duration: 12 months (full-time), 24 months (part-time)
degree [NFQ Level 8] or equivalent (e.g. Higher Teaching Mode: Full-time, part-time
Diploma). Qualification: MSc
NFQ Level: Level 9 Programme
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,820
24 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FOOD BUSINESS AND DEVELOPMENT
MSc CO-OPERATIVES, AGRI-FOOD
AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
BRIGHT
THINKING
This one year MSc course will give Unique aspects of the Programme:
participants a deeper understanding of
– Only
programme of its kind, which fully
co-operatives, sustainable development
integrates co-operative approaches into
and the agri-food system.
the study of sustainable development
This is a unique course, with a very and agri-food
strong practical emphasis, and will equip
– Especially
practical in delivery, including
participants with the organisational,
practice-based research project in an
management and research and policy
organisational setting (placement) and
analysis skills needed to make innovative
applied assessment
contributions to the development of
local economies. - O
n-going exposure to practitioners
and specialists in the field
It is aimed at graduates from a wide range
of disciplines who wish to pursue careers - C
areer and personal development
in sustainable development and innovative opportunities
practice leading to positions in the food
sector (ranging from local food enterprises
to large multi-nationals), local and
international rural development, shared Scholarships
and collaborative economy, NGOs, Applicants may apply for a range of
innovative community businesses including scholarships to undertake this programme.
co-operatives and social enterprises, local These include the Jack Murphy FDC
and regional enterprise development, Group Scholarships which are valued at
consultancy, corporate social responsibility, ¤12,500 each and include a highly relevant
policy formulation and analysis. placement opportunity.
Accreditation
Students on this programme are eligible for PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
‘Graduate Membership’ of the IMCA (Institute
of Management Consultants & Advisers in Dr. Noreen Byrne
Ireland) for the duration of the programme T +353 (0)21 490 3356
of study, and for one year post-graduation. E n.byrne@ucc.ie
Dr. Olive McCarthy
T +353 (0)21 490 3354
E o.mccarthy@ucc.ie
Entry Requirements 2020
A minimum second class honours degree Duration: 12 months
(level 8) or equivalent, in a wide range of Teaching Mode: Full-time
disciplines. Consideration may be given to Qualification: MSc
applicants who do not hold a second class NFQ Level: Level 9
honours degree but who have sufficient
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
relevant experience, subject to approval
International (NEU) ¤18,130
by the School of Business.
25MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FOOD BUSINESS AND DEVELOPMENT
MSc FOOD SECURITY POLICY
AND MANAGEMENT
BRIGHT
THINKING
This one-year MSc programme Unique aspects of the Programme:
prepares students to work in the critically
– Only course in Ireland focussed on food and
important areas of food and nutrition
nutrition security policy and management
security and international development.
– Applied research project conducted in
This is a unique course with a strong applied
association with leading development organisations
focus, which equips participants with
practical skills particularly in policy – Strongly applied focus
development and implementation, project
and programme management, and impact – Regular inputs from leading development
practitioners ensures focus on real-world
assessment. These skills are critical for people
challenges and innovative solutions
working to transform food systems and to
achieve food and nutrition security globally – Networking opportunities with leading development
and locally, in line with the UN Sustainable practitioners
Development Goal of Achieving Zero Hunger. – Competitive fees
The programme is aimed at graduates from a
wide range of relevant disciplines, as well as – Location in Business School with linkages to many
early and mid-career professionals already organisations in public and private sectors and civil
working on food security, malnutrition and society
related issues. The programme equips
–
graduates with the skills to pursue fulfilling
PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
careers in a wide range of international and –
national organisations involved in the food Dr. Nick Chisholm
–
system – U.N. Agencies, Development Banks, T +353 (0)21 490 3347
Government, NGOs, private sector companies E n.chisholm@ucc.ie
and research institutions E fspm@ucc.ie
Collaboration with the International
Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
IFPRI is a renowned research organisation
which has been conducting food policy
research in developing countries over the
past 40 years. It offers selected sessions on
the programme and provides research
materials and methods for the design and
delivery of the courses under this programme.
Entry Requirements 2020
A minimum Second Class Honours degree Duration: 12 months
(Level 8) or equivalent in a relevant subject. Teaching Mode: Full-time
Consideration may be given to applicants Qualification: MSc
who have not attained this level but who NFQ Level: Level 9
have sufficient relevant experience, subject
Fees: Irish/EU ¤7,630
to College approval.
International (NEU) ¤15,130
26 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FOOD BUSINESS AND DEVELOPMENT
MSc FOOD BUSINESS
AND INNOVATION
BRIGHT
THINKING
This MSc course prepares students for a Unique aspects of the Programme:
career in dynamic food businesses to play
– A
central aspect of the programme is an
a lead role in the analysis of key sectorial
Applied Food Industry Centred Research
issues and strategic management of the
Project with the opportunity to either work
food industry.
in or complete research for a food firm,
The balance of modules on this programme food agency, university, bank or related
reflects the global nature of the food industry. establishment, where students gain valuable
Students will expand their knowledge of work experience and apply the theoretical
food, the food consumer, entrepreneurship, skills developed through lectures and
innovation in food and the decision-making capstone style seminars
processes in companies that develop, brand,
– Additional
unique features of the MSc in
distribute, and sell food products.
Food Business and Innovation programme
Through practical application, this include: an in-depth introduction to the
programme will equip graduates with national and international food sectors;
analytical, communication, business and a unique blend of relevant courses that
presentation skills, which are required are relevant to both established food firms
and highly valued by the industry. and start-ups; and an introduction to leading
edge food research issues
Graduates from the MSc in Food
Business and Innovation course pursue
employment opportunities in the food
sector (international corporations, SMEs,
PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
start-ups and food agencies) and non-food
sector (banks, market research firms and Professor Joe Bogue
higher education) as the skills acquired T +353 (0)21 490 2355
are highly transferable. E j.bogue@ucc.ie
E fbi@ucc.ie
Entry Requirements 2020
To be eligible for the MSc in Food Business Duration: 12 months
and Innovation, candidates must hold at Teaching Mode: Full-time
least a Second Class Honours Grade II in Qualification: MSc
a primary degree (level 8). Consideration NFQ Level: Level 9
may also be given to applicants who have
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,630
a minimum of three years’ relevant
International (NEU) ¤18,130
professional experience, subject to the
approval of the Programme Director.
27PART-TIME & ONLINE PROGRAMMES_LEVEL 8/9
PG DIPLOMA/ MSc
SUPPLY CHAIN
MANAGEMENT
BRIGHT
THINKING
The PG Diploma / MSc Supply Chain
Management (Lean SCM Black Belt) is Unique aspects of the Programme:
designed to improve global supply chain – Practitioner oriented programme that
processes with practical delivery of cost maximises the participant’s previous
reduction and value-add for participants and experience in the workforce by providing a
their organisations. structured approach to the key elements of
Successful supply chain management requires Lean supply chain design and management.
strategic and operational alignment; hence this – Adopts a blended experiential learning
programme includes a strong emphasis on approach, informed by best international
strategy, information systems, responsiveness, practice, creating an interactive learning
leadership and integrated project environment between the workplace/work
management. Adopting a Lean philosophy, experience and the classroom.
students will apply lean tools and complete a
SCM Lean Black Belt project that achieves – Delivered in conjunction with practitioners, this
organisational and supply chain improvements. programme blends academic and practical
expertise.
This programme is aimed at career minded – Examined wholly through workplace
practitioners who work in supply chain, assignments, each module contributes to the
manufacturing, quality, financial or related development and implementation of a
functions and who have responsibility for substantial organizational SCM improvement
project (i.e. a Lean SCM Black Belt Project).
continuous improvement within their
organizations. It is designed to appeal to
individuals in a wide range of industries
including Med Tech, Pharmaceutical, Food &
Drink, Retail and Services both nationally and PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
internationally. Dr Seamus O’Reilly
T +353 (0)21 490 2763
This part-time programme is delivered over 18 E scm@ucc.ie
months (for a Postgraduate Diploma) or 2
years (for a Masters).
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum Honours (Level 8) Primary degree at Duration: 18 months (PG Diploma)/24 months (MSc)
2H2 level in a relevant area and at least 4 years Teaching Mode: Part-time
relevant industrial experience (including cross- Qualification: PG Dipoma/MSc
functional team lead and Lean experience) NFQ Level: Level 9 Programme
Fees: Irish/EU PG PG Dip €7,130 (Year 1) €3,630 (Year 2)
MSc €3,630
28 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021PART-TIME & ONLINE PROGRAMMES_LEVEL 8/9
PG CERT/ PG DIP/ MSc
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
BRIGHT
The Project Management suite of programmes THINKING
(MSc/Diploma and Certificate ) have been
designed to equip participants with a broad
perspective of project and programme Unique aspects of the Programme:
management including technical, managerial
– An MSc level qualification in project
and business skills.
management delivered by CUBS in conjunction
The programmes are delivered in conjunction with our industry partner and accredited PMI
with our industry partner, Velopi, and are education provider Velopi
designed to provide you with an internationally
recognised academic and prepare you for a – Provides students with the required hours and
professional accreditation in project exam preparation for professional Project
management. The modules will equip you with Management accreditation
a broad perspective of project management
including technical, managerial, and business – An employment relevant qualification that is a
dynamics. prerequisite for many project related roles
across the industry and services sectors
The programmes are supported by academic
and expert-practitioners who deliver a
curriculum that is relevant, current, and
research-informed. Using interactive seminar PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
and workshop formats, participants engage in
case studies, group and individual exercises in Dr Damien Tobin
order to develop their decision-making and T +353 (0)21 490 2942
problem-solving skills. This ensures that project E damian.tobin@ucc.ie
management is understood in its
organisational context by emphasising
strategic alignment and the management of
resources.
This part-time programme is delivered over 1
year part-time (for a PG Cert) or 2 years part-
time (for a Postgraduate Diploma).
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum Honours (Level 8) Primary degree at Duration: 12 months/24 months
2H2 level in a relevant area and at least 2 years Teaching Mode: Part-time
relevant industrial experience (including cross- Qualification: PG Cert/PG Dipoma/MSc
functional team lead and Lean experience) NFQ Level: Level 9 Programme
Fees: Irish/EU PG Cert: €4 ,6 3 0 PG DIP: €9,130
MSc: €12,130 PMP Cert €500 not included in total cost
and not collected.
29 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021PART-TIME & ONLINE PROGRAMMES_LEVEL 8/9
HDip HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT
BRIGHT
The HDip Human Resource Management is a THINKING
12-month part-time programme that provides
a structured educational opportunity for early
career human resource professionals or those Unique aspects of the Programme:
seeking to enter into the HR profession
– Blended learning with a balance of classroom
lectures and on-line tutorials and activities
This programme provides a comprehensive
coverage of the main role span of the HR – A mix of research-led academics and senior HR
professional in contemporary organisations
professionals teach on the programme
and is accredited by the Chartered Institute of
Personnel and Development (CIPD). – Strong focus on personal and career
development, and the application of theory to
Students on this programme gain a broad the practice of HRM
understanding of the factors to be considered
when developing, implementing, and – A management research report analysing
evaluating HR systems; approaches to practical issues in organisations
recruitment and selection, learning and
development, and performance and rewards
management; the impact of labour legislation;
and managing employment relations within
different organisational contexts. PROGRAMME ADMNISTRATOR
Accreditation T +353 (0)21 490 1899
E mandmadmin@ucc.ie
Once students successfully complete the PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
programme, they will receive a CIPD
(Chartered Institute of Personnel and Dr. Stefan Jooss
Development) accreditation. Students on this T +353 (0)21 490 3370
programme are also eligible for a 12-month
E stefan.jooss@ucc.ie
Student Membership of the CIPD. The
following year, graduates can apply for
Professional Membership which takes into
account experience in the field – leading to
Associate, Chartered, or Chartered Fellow
membership.
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum Honours NFQ Level 7 qualification in any Duration: 12 months
discipline AND at least 2 years professional work Teaching Mode: Part-time
experience. Qualification: HDip
NFQ Level: Level 8 Programme
Fees: Irish/EU €5,320 (includes CIPD subscription fee €190)
30 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021PART-TIME & ONLINE PROGRAMMES_LEVEL 8/9
MSc in Co-operative and
Social Enterprise
The MSc Co-operative and Social Enterprise
BRIGHT
programme is designed for students
interested in pursuing or developing a THINKING
professional or voluntary career in the co-
operative and/or social enterprise field.
Unique aspects of the Programme:
This part-time programme is delivered online – Online delivery means that you can study this
and can be taken over 1 or 2 academic years. It programme from anywhere in the world once
provides students with the knowledge and
you have internet access.
skills required to participate meaningfully and
effectively at leadership level in the decision- – There is no requirement to be online at a
making, management and entrepreneurial specific time. Students work through the online
processes of co-operative and social
content at times that suit them. This gives
enterprises.
flexibility to those who wish to combine study
Students of the MSc Co-operative and Social with work and other commitments.
Enterprise programme will develop the
– The programme can be taken over one or two
capacity to respond creatively to the needs
academic years.
and problems of the wider community and
society. – Graded by continuous assessment. No end-of-
year examinations.
To apply for the course you must: – Part-time students may be eligible to apply for
Skillnet funding.
• be at least 23 at time of enrolment
• be able to access and use the Internet
• possess two years’ experience in a voluntary or
professional capacity in a co-operative or social
enterprise, PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
Dr Olive McCarthy
and either
T +353 (0)21 490 3354
E o.mccarthy@ucc.ie
hold a minimum of Second Class Honours Grade II
in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or an
equivalent academic qualification Dr Carol Power
T +353 (0)21 490 3850
or E cpower@ucc.ie
have at least five years’ extensive practical,
professional or scholarly experience in the co-
operative and social enterprise field as approved
by the School of Business, and present for
interview (if required) by the Department of Food
Business and Development at UCC.
Duration: 12/24 months Fees Irish/EU: €6,130 (Year 1 FT)
Teaching Mode: Part-time €3,130 (Year 1 PT); €3,130 (Year 2 PT)
Qualification: MSc International (NEU): €6,130 (Year 1 FT);
NFQ Level: Level 9 Programme €3,130 (Year 1 PT); €3,130 (Year 2 PT)
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