Course Type: Postgraduate courses via Classroom Based

The MA in Accounting is a focused twelve-month programme that develops the analytical capacity of participants to deal with advanced and complex Accounting issues. It has been designed specifically to meet the needs of honours graduates in Business/Commerce who have taken major accounting specialisms in their undergraduate studies. It allows graduates to combine study for…

This course is the only combined Level 9 Masters and CPA Professional Accountancy Qualification in Ireland. This two-year Masters Programme and additional one-year work placement will see accounting trainees earn a Master’s Degree and CPA Accounting Qualification in one. The programme allows students the opportunity to study advanced modules in accounting which are grounded in theory…

The course takes students through the steps needed to produce professional media work to a high standard. The relevant professional applications will be used by the student who ‘learn by doing’. The assessment work carried out during the programme will make up part of a final portfolio on successful completion of the programme. In addition…

This Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Chromatographic Techniques was developed based on an analysis of the importance of the pharmaceutical and related industries in Ireland and within the South-East region and also using information generated from the Wales Ireland Network for Scientific Skills (WINSS) Scientific Survey from a large number of pharmaceutical/biotechnology, medical device and food…

The Masters of Science in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) for Practice programme is an 18 month programme that arises from a requirement for health and social care professionals to provide effective evidenced based interventions for a range of health and social problems. The programme is of particular interest to those working…

The Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) sector plays a very significant role in Ireland and other countries. In Ireland, this sector comprises more than a thousand organisations ranging from multinationals to start-up companies. Up to 60% of ICT activity in Ireland is communications related including wireless applications, infrastructure and telecommunications. Recent years, however, have seen…

This MSc programme is designed to develop and refine a set of skills essential for successful engagement of enterprises with information and communications technology (ICT). The main themes of the programme are business systems analysis and enterprise software development, supporting the entire business systems lifecycle.

This programme is at NQF Level 9 and it has been designed for participants who want to develop their Construction Project Management knowledge and skills at postgraduate level. While it is open to NQF Level 8 degree holders from construction related disciplines (e.g. Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Architectural Technology, Construction Management), it is also…

The overall aim of the Higher Diploma in Early Childhood Studies, Care and Education is to develop critically reflective, skilled and ethically aware professional Early Childhood Educators. The course will afford graduates from relevant disciplines an opportunity to enhance existing qualifications, and build on existing practical expertise, to obtain a recognised level 8 qualification in…

The four year programme of study includes, in the first and possibly subsequent years, reading courses, taught courses, generalist and specialist skills seminars; while the second, third and the fourth years of the programme are dedicated primarily to research skills development and independent research.

This course provides an opportunity for participants to aquire the knowledge and skills in key areas of educational leadership. The course aims to provide participants with the necessary skills for effective educational leadership and management and to increase their self-confidence and self-efficacy. Participants will be presented with theoretical concepts and will engage in self-directed learning…

The Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching in Further Education is a professional teaching qualification and is accredited by the Teaching Council of Ireland. The programme is designed to provide participants with the skills, knowledge and competencies required to teach in a variety of settings in the Further Education sector. No prior experience of teaching is required.…

The Masters Degree in Electronic Engineering provides tuition and practice in state of the art technology areas such as wireless communications, nanotechnology, mixed-signal IC design. It will extend the student’s capabilities in a number of established topic areas, e.g. semiconductor engineering and digital communication systems. A module entitled Mathematical Modelling will enhance the analytical skills…

The DCU Executive MBA is a part-time programme, delivered one day per week (Thursdays 2.00-9.00) over 2 years across 4 semesters. In the first year of the Executive MBA programme, you will develop an understanding of the range of foundation disciplines and their potential contribution to business leadership and organisational effectiveness. The second year of the…

The Higher Diploma in Financial Services Technologies is a one-year taught course in technologies which are central to the financial services sector. The course was developed in collaboration with a number of key employers from the financial services industry and also incorporates a work placement. The Higher Diploma is essentially designed as a conversion course…

What is the Masters of Science in Global Financial Information Systems? The Masters of Science in Global Financial Information Systems (MSc in GFIS) commenced in September 2012. The MSc in GFIS (Level 9) was developed in response to the current and future demand from the Financial Services (FS) industry, for hybrid finance-technology graduates with a…

This is a one year conversion course for graduates into the financial services industry. No previous knowledge of financial services is required or assumed. The programme aims to meet the legal, governance and IT aspects of the compliance needs of financial service companies and has been developed in collaboration with a number of key employers…

What is the Master of Business in Human Resource Management? The MBS in Human Resource Management provides the student with the opportunity to greatly enhance their specialist subject knowledge, experience innovative learning methods and explore opportunities arising from innovation, change and business development. Students achieve this through participation in class activities and through involvement in…

The Masters in Innovative Technology Engineering degree aims to produce graduates with strong skills in critical thinking and with a creative attitude necessary to instigate future developments in the field of Engineering Technology. The student will attain an academic mastery in their specialisation field while developing a broad knowledge of other related fields and how…

The Postgraduate Certificate in International Regulatory Affairs is aimed at participants who are employed within the Quality functions of pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, and who wish to upskill or seek employment in the regulatory departments of such organisations. The programme will provide participants with an understanding of the processes for providing regulatory support to the…

This two year part-time programme provides language teachers with professional and academic opportunities and actively engages language practitioners in a collective reflection on the processes of language learning and teaching. Moreover, the course mirrors current trends and debates in language learning in Ireland and in Europe. The course is open to teachers of Italian, Spanish,…

MA in Dispute Resolution The MA in Dispute Resolution is a unique and innovative interdisciplinary programme. It provides students with the academic knowledge and practical skills to resolve disputes between parties in a non-adversarial manner. Upon successful completion of the MA students receive both a QQI Level 9 academic qualification. Dispute resolution is one of…

The MA in Journalism and Public Relations is recognized by the NUJ and is conducted on both a full and part-time basis over a 1-2 year period. The course concentrates on journalism and public relations from the perspective of a PR content creator and strategic planner who has an understanding of the media industry and…

Have you got a level 8 degree and an interest in gaining a qualification to teach or train in your area of expertise? Is teaching in higher education something you may be interested in? or are you a trainer or HR consultant who would like to secure a qualification in training? Here are some benefits…

What is the Higher Diploma in Business in Management? The Higher Diploma in Business Management Studies is a one-year programme which is aimed at developing the range of cross-enterprise skills required of modern competitive manufacturing or services organisations. It has been designed with business skills as a dominant focus. With strong industry links the programme…

This 10 credit level 9 special purpose award will be delivered over one semester using a blended learning approach. Programme Structure The programme will be delivered using workshops spread over the semester with online work being completed by students in between the workshops. Delegation, negotiation and conflict Resource planning Performance monitoring (HIQA standards) Reflection Culture…

Our MBA programme is available on a full and part-time basis over a 2-year period and has been designed for those who want to immerse themselves in their studies and share in the experience with a class of like-minded individuals.

DkIT are running this Master in Business Administration (MBA) for postgraduate students. Our MBA offers a comprehensive business education, providing the skills and knowledge required for effective senior management. It is designed for those with significant business experience in functional areas – such as information technology, operations, marketing and finance – who are aiming towards…

The Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Materials Characterisation was developed based on an analysis of the importance of the pharmaceutical and related industries in Ireland and within the South-East region and also using information generated from the Wales Ireland Network for Scientific Skills (WINSS) Scientific Survey from a large number of pharmaceutical/ biotechnology, medical device and…

Students of the Graduate Business School typically possess the following qualities: * A potential to grow and an ability to continue the life long learning experience. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Innovative, critical and creative thinking ability. * Ability to work autonomously, collaboratively and assume leadership responsibility. * A proactive approach and the…

Marketing has been dominated in recent years by a shift to digital. Social media, mobile technologies, big data and data analytics, cloud computing and the Internet of Things are changing the way marketing is designed and executed. The MSc in Digital Marketing is designed to help participants understand how digital technologies can be exploited to…

The MSc in Electronic Commerce is designed for graduates of business and computing degrees who want to advance their careers in the growing ICT industry in Ireland and abroad. The programme is designed to produce the kind of digital business technologists, managers, entrepreneurs and innovators in greatest demand by the information economy. Jointly delivered by…

The DCU MSc in Human Resource Management prepares students to become leaders in people management and organisational change. The innovative and distinguishing features of the programme are its focus on international elements of management, its emphasis on enhancing leadership capability, and the importance given to building professional competencies. You will also develop insights into the…

The Irish HR landscape has dramatically changed over the past few years, so for this reason, DCU Business School has extensively updated the MSc in Human Resource Strategies programme. The programme, which has been running since 1997, has established a reputation as the leading programme in Ireland for managers and professionals who are interested in…

The DCU MSc in Accounting is the leading graduate accounting programme of its kind in Ireland, an innovative partnership of learning which is informed and shaped by the needs of the accounting and taxation professionals of tomorrow. The programme is designed for accounting graduates to combine study for a Master’s degree while gaining exemptions from…

Our MSc in Accounting & Finance Management programme is available on either a full or part-time basis and aims to prepare graduates for careers in International Accounting and Finance Management. Students will advance their functional management competencies in finance and accounting. Students will develop and refine transferable interpersonal and leadership skills which they can bring…

Designed specifically to address a growing need in the industry, the MSc in Big Data Management and Analytics at Griffith College is a 1-2 year programme which aims to build upon students’ knowledge of computing science and create big data specialists. Delivered on a full and part-time basis.

The MSc in Finance is a one-year Masters programme providing a leading European finance education, a high degree of flexibility in your learning experience and modern industry-relevant specialisms. Our programme is structured as a core learning first semester, followed by three specialist streams in the second semester and a choice of applied research or a…

Designed specifically to address a growing need in the industry, the MSc in Network and Information Security at Griffith College is a 1-2 year programme which aims to enable students to develop robust and efficient network security plans, strategies and solutions. Delivered on a full and part-time basis.

The MSc in Pharmaceutical Business and Technology is conducted over a 1-2 year period and is available on both a full and part-time basis. The course will focus on core competencies such as pharmaceutical processes and production, pharmaceutical business introduction & technology transfer, emerging trends, operational excellence (Learn & Six Sigma), regulatory affairs, data analytics,…