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Master in Management (2yrs Part-time By Distance Learning) – (M.Sc.)
UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
Master in Management
| Application Deadline: | Ongoing | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 6,750 - | ||
| Location: | Dublin / Ireland / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | Anytime |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
This programme has been designed specifically for those unable to complete a Masters programme on a full-time basis. It is designed for non-business graduates who wish to pursue or further develop a career in business. It is available to graduates from a wide range of academic backgrounds, including arts, engineering, law, science and the social science. What is the course about? The course delivers a well-rounded knowledge of the theories, practices and skills of business and management and is delivered by a faculty of leading academics and industry experts. The programme draws upon UCD Business School´s long established tradition of offering part-time business programmes by distance learning. What will I learn?
* An advanced knowledge of theoretical business models and conceptual frameworks and the ability to apply them to real business situations.
* The capacity to identify and critically review business problems.
* The ability to develop interpersonal, communication and leadership skills through group interaction, case discussions and presentations.
* The skills to undertake independent research and project work.
How will I benefit? You can take advantage of the diverse backgrounds and experiences of your classmates and learn from them as well as from the course material. The solid grounding you get in business will help you to advance your career prospects across different industries. You will have the opportunity to gain a theoretical and applied appreciation of business and a solid and practical understanding of business and management. The programme will provide you with the required necessary technical knowledge together with team-building and management skills demanded for working in business today.
Contents
This is a part-time programme delivered over two years. As well as attending classes, you will undertake case studies, group projects, presentations and written reports. First year students will commence the programme in August of each year.
Semester 1:
Mid-August: Block Release Weekend - Friday & Saturday+
Mid-September: Block Release Weekend - Friday & Saturday
Mid-October: Block Release Weekend - Friday & Saturday
Mid-November: Block Release Weekend - Friday & Saturday
Mid-December: Examinations+ - half day Friday & half day Saturday
Semester 2:
Mid-January: Block Release Weekend - Friday & Saturday
Mid-February : Block Release Weekend - Friday & Saturday
Mid-March: Block Release Weekend - Friday & Saturday
Mid-April: Block Release Weekend - Friday & Saturday
End May: Examinations+ - half day Friday & half day Saturday
+This weekend is an orientation weekend for Year One students. The first weekend for Year Two students commences at the end of August approximately.
Curriculum To complete the Master in Management students must complete the following core modules.
Year 1
* Management and Organisational Behaviour
* Marketing Management
* Accounting Information for Managers
* Operations and Supply Chain Management
* Project Management
* Human Resource Management
Year 2 * Global Strategic Management
* Research Methods
* Corporate Finance
* Business Information Systems Management
* Business Project
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
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Entry requirements
You must have a minimum second-class honours degree in a non-business discipline.
Applications will also be accepted from non-degree holders on the basis of your work experience.
An interview may also form part of the assessment process.
If English is not your native language, unless you have completed your primary degree through English, an English language qualification is required (eg: IELTS/TOEFL). IELTS - an overall score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6 in each section. TOEFL - a minimum of 100 on the internet-based test, or 250 on the computer based test; or 600 on the paper-based test.
How to apply Applications to the programme are made online from the link below. Having completed your application online, please forward your original undergraduate final degree transcript, two passport photographs and a photocopy of the photo identification page of your passport or birth certificate. Please forward these documents to Centre for Distance Learning, Quinn School of Business, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4.
If English is not your native language and unless you have completed your primary degree through English, an English language qualification is required. Please send us the original certificate.
In advance of applying, we would encourage interested candidates to contact Dr Orna Ryan in the Centre for Distance Learning on 353 1 7164818 or email mimparttime@ucd.ie
Visa InformationPlease note that if you are a student from outside the European Union (EU) you may be required to apply for a study visa to travel to and study in the Republic of Ireland. In order to find out if you require a student visa to study in the Republic of Ireland please look at the following website Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) where you will find all pertinent information on Ireland Visa Requirements and a comprehensive list of countries whose citizens do not require a visa to enter and study in Ireland. Only students who intend to enroll on full-time academic programmes can apply for a student visa. Student Visas are not approved for part-time academic programmes. Please see the following Department of Justice web site for more information,
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 600 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 250 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 100 |
Accreditation
UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School is one of a small group of schools worldwide to hold the `triple crown´ of accreditation from the three centres of business and academic excellence. These accreditations benchmark us against the best in the world and position UCD Smurfit School on the global map. Attaining these accreditations requires us to continually evaluate and enhance our own courses and programmes.
* AACSB: The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International is the USA-based body, which awards accreditation following a review of the quality of Degree programmes delivered by each Management School.
* EQUIS: This is the quality improvement system administered by the EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development) throughout Europe. EQUIS is awarded on the basis of quality controls on the entire range of activities within an institution.
* AMBA: The Association of MBAs is a British-based organisation which concentrates specifically on MBA programmes and accredits those which reach its standards.
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