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GRADUATE
PROGRAMMES
2020/2021
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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
Chandan Raj
Graduate
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Dr. Edel Walsh Lecturer 4 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
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MAKE THE SMART MOVE GROW WITH US 6 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021
CONTENTS
Welcome 9
Masters Degrees (Level 9)
– Accounting & Finance 12
– Business Information Systems 14
– Finance 19
– Economics 22
– Management & Marketing 23
– Food Business & Development 25
Research Degrees (Level 9 & 10) 28
Doctoral Degrees (Level 10) 29
What our students and graduates say about us… 30
Why study in Cork, Ireland? 33
Why study at Cork University Business School? 34
Programme Applications
– How do I apply? 38
– What will it cost? 38
– Where can I live? 38
Admission Procedure 39
International Students 40
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BRIGHT
THINKERS
Photo Credit: Donal , Irish Farmers Journal.
8 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021
WELCOME 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.
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POSTGRADUATE
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 CKL26 MACC Accounting ◊ ◊ ◊
13 CKL43 MSc International Accounting Practice • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Management Information & Managerial
14 CKL05 MSc
Accounting Systems • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
15 CKL17 MSc Design and Delivery of Digital Business • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Information Systems for Business
16 CKL18 MSc
Performance • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
17 CKL51 MSc Business Information & Analytics Systems • • • •
18 CKL52 MSc Cyber Risk for Business • • • •
19 CKL40 MSc Finance (Asset Management) • ◊ ◊ • • • • ◊ • • ◊ ◊ • • • ◊ •
20 CKL21 MSc Finance (Corporate Finance) • • • • • • • • • • • •
21 CKL19 MSc Finance (Banking and Risk Management) • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
22 CKL06 MSc Business Economics • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
23 CKL22 MSc Management & Marketing • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
24 CKL07 MSc Strategic Marketing and Practice ◊ • • ◊
Co-operatives, Agri-food and Sustainable
25 CKL03 MSc
Development • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
26 CKL04 MSc Food Security Policy & Management • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
27 CKL02 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
CKL26
BRIGHT
THINKING
This one-year full-time programme offers Unique aspects of the Programme:
students a fast-track route to a career in
– This programme prepares students
professional accounting, incorporating
for employment as a trainee accountant,
much of the study and examination
designed with significant contributions
requirements required to qualify as
from partners, directors and training
an Accountant.
managers in major accounting firms
Upon successful completion of all
– Exemptions from the professional
requirements of the programme, students
examinations of global accountancy
will gain full exemption from all but the
bodies (ACCA, CAI and CPAI)
Final Admitting Examination (FAE) of
Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI). – Graduates also qualify for exemption from
all papers in part 1 of the AITI Chartered Tax
This programme however offers more than
Adviser (CTA) qualification
exemptions. Students will receive an intensive
tuition in the core technical materials – Each of the “Big 4” firms (Deloitte, Ernst
assessed in the professional examinations & Young, KPMG and PwC) has indicated
and gain exposure to the emerging a willingness to support students who wish
contemporary issues in accounting and to complete this programme at UCC prior
finance that will help shape the working to undertaking professional training
environment and the 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 Programme Code: CKL26
(CAI). Students who do not have full CA
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
Proficiency 1 exemptions from their
International (NEU) ¤18,000
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 AND FINANCE
MSc INTERNATIONAL
ACCOUNTING PRACTICE
CKL43
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc International Accounting Unique aspects of the Programme:
Practice is a 12 month programme for
– Exemptions from the professional
those preparing to work as accounting
examinations of global accountancy
professionals. The programme is a taught,
bodies (ACCA, CIMA, CAI)
conversion programme, so requires
significant participation and engagement. – A UCC organised placement in an
accounting role or a practice-oriented
This programme is designed to combine
research project
technical skills in accounting and business
analysis, with the development of key – Employment-relevant skills and
competencies in teamwork, business competencies, enabling an ability to
acumen, effective communication and identify, clarify, evaluate and manage
critical thinking. business and financial risk
Building on our excellent reputation for – Academically and professionally
producing high calibre accounting graduates qualified lecturers
recognised by all of the major accounting
– Extensive professional skills development
practices and industry partners, the MSc
and specialised career advice
International Accounting Practice provides
students with the skills required to gain a
number of exemptions from the main
international accountancy bodies such as
PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
ACCA, CIMA and CAI, and invaluable work /
research experience; creating significant Ms Michelle Gleeson
opportunities for subsequent employment, T +353 21 490 3906
both internationally and nationally. E michelle.gleeson@ucc.ie
Mr Oliver Browne
T +353 (0)21 490 2882
E oliver.browne@ucc.ie
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H2 (GPA 3.00 out of 4.00) Duration: 12 months
degree or higher; or expectation of Teaching Mode: Full-time
graduating with a 2H2 degree [NFQ Level 8] Qualification: MSc
or equivalent. No prior study of business / NFQ Level: Level 9
accounting is required. However, all Programme Code: CKL43
applicants must submit a personal statement
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
(minimum of 200 words).
International (NEU) ¤18,000
13MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
ACCOUNTING, BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
MSc MANAGEMENT INFORMATION AND
MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS
CKL05
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 Programme Code: CKL05
Systems is required.
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
International (NEU) ¤18,000
14 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
MSc DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
OF DIGITAL BUSINESS
CKL17
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 –T
he 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 Programme Code: CKL17
information systems, etc).
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
International (NEU) ¤18,000
15MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
MSc INFORMATION SYSTEMS
FOR BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
CKL18
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 Programme Code: CKL18
not guarantee entry onto the programme.
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
International (NEU) ¤18,000
16 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
MSc BUSINESS INFORMATION
ANALYTICS SYSTEMS
CKL51
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 Programme Code: CKL51
basis of extensive practical or professional
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
experience, as deemed appropriate by the
International (NEU) ¤18,000
Professor of Business Information Systems
and the Business School.
17MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
MSc CYBER RISK
FOR BUSINESS
CKL52
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc in Cyber Risk for Business (MSc Unique aspects of the Programme:
CRB) provides students with the skills they
– Provides students with the skillset to be
need to become Information Systems (IS)
successful in roles such as Data Protection
security analysts, IS risk auditors and to
Officer, IT Risk Analyst, Security Analyst
understand IS risk and data governance
and Threat Intelligence Analyst
and project management.
– Strong emphasis on hands-on learning,
The programme provides students
group work and teamwork
with a portfolio of business and project
management skills, as well as enhancing – Practical lab approach to Ethical Hacking
knowledge of IS concepts and core and Threat Analysis
technical skills.
– Aligned with ISACA COBIT 5 on Risk
At the core of this programme is a Auditing and Information Systems and
selection of topics covering cloud Data Governance
technologies, IT performance management,
– Course materials informed by and frequently
data management as well as IT project
reviewed by industry partners
management. Students specialize in
the topic of Information Systems (IS) – Opportunities to visit local security industry
Cyber Risk. This allows students to fulfil sites to see Cyber Risk management
the industry need for professionals who can techniques in practice
establish and manage robust systems that
are secure against data loss and data breach.
A research project will allow students to
explore and develop an IS solution to a increasingly costly scenarios which ultimately
specific business problem in the domain can prove fatal to some organisations.
of information security and risk management.
This programme allows students to gain a PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
critical understanding of audit controls and
Dr. Ciara Fitzgerald
security measures to help organisations
T +353 (0)21 420 5203
minimise Cyber Risk in an increasingly hostile
E cfitzgerald@ucc.ie
and unstable environment. Systems failure
or data breach due to attack or leakage are Dr. Simon Woodworth
T +353 (0)21 490 3830
E s.woodworth@ucc.ie
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 Programme Code: CKL52
practical or professional experience, as deemed
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
appropriate by the Professor of Business
International (NEU) ¤18,000
Information Systems and the Business School.
18 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FINANCE
MSc FINANCE
(ASSET MANAGEMENT)
CKL40
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 Code: CKL40
programme (i.e. element (i.e. Mathematics, a 2H2 degree but meet
Commerce, Law, Business Statistics,Engineering, all other requirements will Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
Studies, Economics, Science, Computing etc.) be assessed on a case by International (NEU)
Accounting, Finance, case basis. ¤18,000
19MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FINANCE
MSc FINANCE
(CORPORATE FINANCE)
CKL21
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Finance (Corporate Finance) Unique aspects of the Programme:
course has been designed in conjunction
– Excellent employment record since
with industry to ensure it meets the
inception
corporate finance skills needs of
employers. Upon completion of the – Winner of the Postgraduate Course of the
course, students have excellent career Year: Business, Finance & Management 2017
prospects with business advisory,
– Applied job market relevant syllabus
consultancy, corporate, investment
accredited by professional bodies
banking and venture capital firms.
– Extensive professional skills development
Students will examine questions such as: how
and specialised career advice
financial markets work and how companies
access them to finance their operations, how – Regular networking opportunities with senior
to value firms and investment projects, what industry speakers
IPOs and mergers and acquisitions are, how
– Group project or industry relevant placement
to value financial products, such as stocks
and derivatives.
The quality of the programme is
demonstrated by the course winning in a corporate finance project or a corporate
the best Postgraduate Course of the Year – finance internship.
Business, Finance & Management by
This programme has been accepted into
GradIreland Higher Education Awards 2017.
the CFA® Institute University Affiliation
Students on the programme will gain insight Programme and the CAIA® Academic
into the financial sector through case studies Partner Programme. Upon graduation
and guest lectures from industry leaders. from the programme students also have
In addition, students focus on developing exemptions from certain ACCA examinations.
analytical and professional 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
Programme Code: CKL21
all other requirements will be assessed on a case
by case basis. Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
International (NEU) ¤18,000
20 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FINANCE
MSc FINANCE (BANKING
AND RISK MANAGEMENT)
CKL19
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Finance (Banking and Risk Unique aspects of the Programme:
Management) programme involves the
– Close to 100% employment record
advanced study of the practices of
since inception
investment, banking and risk management,
including topics such as: Asset Pricing; – At the top end of graduate study in
Portfolio Management; International business and finance in Ireland
Finance; Financial Institutions; Capital
– Provides students with the practical
Markets; Treasury Management; Derivative
skills and techniques widely used in
Securities; Risk Management.
financial markets
This programme also involves an applied
– Manage a simulated asset portfolio
research project, using cutting-edge
on-line throughout the year to put
techniques and software.
theory into practice
As well as providing a rigorous grounding
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 Dr. Don Walshe
Levels 1-3 syllabus and includes regular T +353 (0)21 490 2068
presentations and workshops from E don.walshe@ucc.ie
external practitioners.
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. Programme Code: CKL19
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
International (NEU) ¤18,000
21MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
ECONOMICS
MSc BUSINESS
ECONOMICS
CKL06
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Business Economics is an Unique aspects of the Programme:
integrated course applying economics
– Application of concepts and frameworks
to the business environment.
to an actual business situation- translating
Designed in consultation with leaders learning into practice
from the business community and public
– External business advisors to provide
sector organisations, this unique course
guidance and advice, ensuring the
equips students with key skills for career
relevance and effectiveness of the skills
development in an ever-changing
developed during this programme
business world.
This is a challenging research-orientated
“The MSc Business Economics provides
programme, which is both theoretically
the sophisticated techniques necessary to
grounded and evidence-based.
evaluate alternatives and communicate the
The focus is on analysing, understanding results necessary to make sound business
and explaining business performance decisions. This is a high-intensity application
in a competitive environment. oriented but hugely enjoyable course”
Programme participants are expected Christina O’Keeffe
to utilise the many opportunities for Risk & Compliance Officer,
self-development. The programme Fexco Merchant Services
also provides a good foundation for
those interested in undertaking further
study at PhD, DBA or professional
development level. PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
Accreditation Dr. Bernadette Power
Students on this programme are eligible for T +353 (0)21 490 2986
‘Graduate Membership’ of the IMCA (Institute E: b.power@ucc.ie
of Management Consultants & Advisers in
Dr. Catherine Kavanagh
Ireland) for the duration of the programme
T +353 (0)21 490 1868
of study, and for one year post-graduation.
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 Programme Code: CKL06
extensive relevant professional experience.
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
International (NEU) ¤18,000
22 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING
MSc MANAGEMENT
AND MARKETING
CKL22
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc Management and Marketing Unique aspects of the Programme:
programme is a one-year degree
– Full-time professional placement or
programme for graduates who have
a supervised research dissertation
taken no, or limited, management
or marketing modules in their – Practical assessments, participative
undergraduate degree. and real world team-based learning
involving both individual and group-
This programme is designed for
based project work
students wishing to pursue a career
in management or marketing or focus – Practitioner and specialist delivery
on a specific strategic innovation, of certain course elements, including
enterprise or marketing capability. workshops and field trips
Students of this programme typically – Personal development, including
come from a variety of academic presentation and communication skills,
backgrounds, including science, arts, along with one-on-one coaching sessions
engineering, law and social science. for placement and interview preparation
It is also suitable for those with
professional or academic qualifications “I would like to thank you for an amazing
like medicine or accounting. year. I thoroughly enjoyed the course
and feel it was the best thing I have ever
This unique programme places great
done. I would also like to thank you for
emphasis on the creative and innovation
all your help and support throughout the
aspects of management and marketing
year. I look forward to meeting you all
which are essential for business careers
in the future.”
and for the development of a knowledge-
based economy. Bronwen Cruise O’Shea
2018 Graduate, Musgrave employee
Accreditation
Students on this programme are eligible for
‘Graduate Membership’ of the IMCA (Institute
of Management Consultants & Advisers in PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
Ireland) for the duration of the programme
Dr. Patrice Cooper
of study, and for one year post-graduation.
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. Programme Code: CKL22
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
International (NEU) ¤18,000
23MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING
MSc STRATEGIC MARKETING
AND PRACTICE
CKL07
BRIGHT
THINKING
The MSc in Strategic Marketing and Unique aspects of the Programme:
Practice is a one-year degree programme
– An advanced education in the contemporary
designed for recent graduates who are
practice of strategic marketing
already familiar with core marketing
concepts and wish to progress their – Participative and live learning with external
knowledge and immerse themselves business clients
in strategic marketing and practice.
– The use of blended and interactive teaching
The unique programme is designed to give
– The development of valuable personal
students the specialised skills and knowledge
skills for marketing careers – analytical
to become a successful marketing leader.
capabilities, problem-solving skills critical
It will build on the marketing knowledge thinking, communication skills, group-work
and skills acquired at an undergraduate skills, IT skills and the ability to manage
level enhancing employability through major marketing research projects
developing students’ ability to contribute
– Master classes with reputable industry
to real needs of the business community.
partners provide insight into leading-edge
The blended nature of the programme marketing practice and innovative marketing
will turn marketing graduates into techniques
marketing practitioners with an array
of learning methods including live
assignments, specialised workshops,
marketing strategy simulation, and PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
industry based marketing practice.
Dr. Helen McGrath
This unique programme, designed with T +353 (0)21 490 3372
senior marketing practitioners, places E helen.mcgrath@ucc.ie
emphasis on marketing practice.
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
Programme Code: CKL07
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
International (NEU) ¤18,000
24 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FOOD BUSINESS AND DEVELOPMENT
MSc CO-OPERATIVES, AGRI-FOOD
AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
CKL03
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 Programme Code: CKL03
relevant experience, subject to approval
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
by the School of Business.
International (NEU) ¤18,000
25MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FOOD BUSINESS AND DEVELOPMENT
MSc FOOD SECURITY POLICY
AND MANAGEMENT
CKL04
BRIGHT
THINKING
This one-year MSc programme will Unique aspects of the Programme:
prepare students to work in the critical
– Practice-based research project in
areas of food and nutrition security and
association with development organisations
international development.
– Applied focus
This is a unique course with a strong applied
focus, which will equip participants with – Only course in Ireland primarily focussed
practical skills particularly in policy on food and nutrition security policy and
development and implementation, project management
and programme management, and impact
– Regular inputs from development
assessment. These skills will be critical for
practitioners ensures focus on real-world
people working to address the challenges of
challenges and innovative solutions
achieving food and nutrition security globally
and locally, in line with the UN Sustainable – Competitive fees
Development Goal of Achieving Zero Hunger.
– Location in Business School with linkages
The programme is aimed at graduates from to wide range of organisations in public
a wide range of relevant disciplines, as well and private sectors and civil society.
as early and mid-career professionals
already working on food security,
malnutrition and related issues. Graduates
from this programme will be well equipped PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
to pursue careers in a wide range of national
Dr. Nick Chisholm
and international organisations working
T +353 (0)21 490 3347
in this field – multi-lateral organisations,
E n.chisholm@ucc.ie
Government, NGOs, private sector
companies and research institutions
PROGRAMME ADMINISTRATOR
Collaboration with the International Niamh Kiely
Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) T +353 (0)21 490 2788
IFPRI has been conducting food policy E n.kiely@ucc.ie
research in developing countries over the
past 40 years. It offers selected sessions
as well as to provide 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 Programme Code: CKL04
to College approval.
Fees: Irish/EU ¤7,500
International (NEU) ¤15,000
26 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021MASTERS DEGREES_LEVEL 9
FOOD BUSINESS AND DEVELOPMENT
MSc FOOD BUSINESS
AND INNOVATION
CKL02
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 Ronan O’Farrell
higher education) as the skills acquired T +353 (0)21 490 2750
are highly transferable. E ronan.ofarrell@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 Programme Code: CKL02
a minimum of three years’ relevant
Fees: Irish/EU ¤10,500
professional experience, subject to the
International (NEU) ¤18,000
approval of the Programme Director.
27RESEARCH DEGREES_LEVEL 9 & 10 MSC PHD
RESEARCH DEGREES
MSc & PhD
BRIGHT
THINKING
The masters & doctoral research Unique aspects of a Research Programme:
programmes afford students the
– Pursue research on a specialist topic in
opportunity to work closely with
Accounting, Economics, Food Business
academics to design and execute
and Development, Finance, Information
a unique piece of scholarly research
Systems, Management and Marketing
on a full-time or part-time basis.
Balancing both rigour and relevance, – Expert supervision from leading scholars
students will strive to make an impact, in their fields, engaged in cutting-edge,
through their research, by tackling international-quality research
interesting research problems and
– A large, friendly and diverse graduate
publishing the results.
community
In completing a research programme
– Access to research centres and institutes
students will enhance their critical
that conduct multidisciplinary research
thinking and analytical skills, along
with their communication, writing
and presentation skills.
MSC RESEARCH FOR MORE INFORMATION:
12 months (full-time) or 24 months For further information on masters & doctoral
(part-time). research in specific disciplines within the
Business School please contact:
A candidate with a minimum 2H1 (GPA 3.25
out of 4.0) in a degree [NFQ Level 8] or E CUBSpgrresearch@ucc.ie
other professional qualification or
appropriate relevant experience is eligible
for the MSc (Research), subject to the FEES:
approval of the Business School.
Irish/EU: ¤5,770 (full-time) / ¤3,000 (part-time)
International (NEU): ¤15,000 (full-time) /
PHD RESEARCH ¤7,500 (part-time)
36 months (full-time) or 72 months Subsequent Years: Irish/EU ¤1,700 / International
(part-time). (NEU) ¤3,000
A candidate with a minimum 2H1 (GPA 3.25
out of 4.0) in a degree [NFQ Level 8] or other
professional qualification or appropriate
relevant experience is eligible for the
PhD (Research), subject to the approval
of the Business School.
28 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021DOCTORAL DEGREES_LEVEL 10
PhD (BUSINESS
INFORMATION SYSTEMS)
CKN18
The PhD Business Information Systems IRISH/EU STUDENTS
(BIS) is a full-time programme taken over
A candidate who is the holder of a degree
four years (48 months) from the date of
or other professional qualification or
first registration for the programme.
appropriate relevant experience and who
The PhD Business Information Systems has a minimum of three years professional
(BIS) degree programme aims to enable business / administrative experience is
students become proficient in research. eligible for the PhD (Research), subject
to the approval of the Business School.
Students will develop an in-depth knowledge
of a specific area of concentration, as well
as the problem solving and analysis skills INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
that will enable them make significant
English Language Requirement:
innovative contributions to the Information
All applicants whose first language is not
Systems field.
English must provide evidence of English
This programme provides support to the language proficiency. English language tests
student’s PhD research and thesis submission must be undertaken no more than two years
over three parts. prior to commencement of a programme.
Part 1 familiarises students with the research IELTS: 6.5
topics, issues and methods underpinning With no individual section lower than 5.5
Information Systems research.
OEFL: 90
T
Part 2 provides modules that are designed With minimum scores as follows:
to assist students in refining the research – Listening: 17 – Reading: 18
topics developed. – Speaking: 20 – Writing: 17
Part 3 focuses on conducting thesis Cambridge Proficiency Exam: Grade C
research and writing. Cambridge Advanced Exam: Grade B
Pearson PTE: Minimum Score of 63
FOR MORE INFORMATION: With no section score below 59
Dr. Ciara Heavin
T +353 (0)21 490 3826
E c.heavin@ucc.ie
Entry Requirements 2020
Minimum 2H1 (GPA 3.25 out of 4.0) in an New Entrants Year 1 only & fixed fee pa
approved degree [NFQ Level 8] or Masters for the duration:
[NFQ Level 9] Irish/EU ¤5,770 / International (NEU) ¤15,000
Note: PhD Students are liable for the full fee for
Duration: 4 years (Full-Time)
four years
Teaching Mode: Classroom, Research
Qualification: PhD PhD Subsequent Years:
NFQ Level: Level 10 Irish/EU ¤1,700 / International (NEU) ¤3,000
Programme Code: CKN18 Note: PhD students pay a continuation fee of
¤1,700 pa for Year 5 & subsequent years
29WHAT OUR STUDENTS & GRADUATES
SAY ABOUT US…
“THE PLACEMENT OPTION
IS GREAT AS YOU CAN
THEN APPLY EVERYTHING
YOU HAVE LEARNT
IN A REAL BUSINESS
ENVIRONMENT AND
POTENTIALLY HAVE A
JOB AT THE END OF IT.”
It can be quite stressful at times but you
gain fantastic skills in time management and
working efficiently towards deadlines – great
to talk about in a job interview!
Coming from an Arts undergrad, it was great
to be in a small class where the lecturers treat
you more like colleagues than students with
a great open door policy.
Emma Oliver
It is a great learning environment where
MSc Management & Marketing
we are constantly taught to challenge
the status quo. It is the type of course
After graduating from UCC in 2013 with a that the more you put into, the more
BA in French and Politics, I still was not settled you will get out of!
on what career path I wanted to pursue.
I decided to move to Paris for the year – not
a bad place to live while figuring things out!
While out there I decided that I wanted to
go down a more business type route, which
is why this course was perfect for me. It is
a conversion masters, which is great for
anyone who wants a second chance to do
something business related in college.
I had held marketing roles throughout college,
which originally drew me to the marketing
side of things, however since starting the
course I’ve found my management classes
to be my favourites! Everyone has come
from different disciplines which is great
for lively debates in class.
30 CUBS_GRADUATE PROGRAMMES_2020/2021Maeve O’Connell Fiona Corcoran
MSc Information Systems for Microsoft, MSc MIMAS graduate
Business Performance
The Financial Auditor Internship was a unique
After ten years in the workforce and with opportunity. Not only have I had the chance
a desire to change my career path, ISBP to visit corporate HQ in Seattle, but also to
was the perfect choice for me. I found it meet colleagues in subsidiaries in Europe
incredibly relevant to the IT industry, and the Middle East.
almost every day I touch on something
From the outset of my internship I have had
that I learned during the year.
meetings with senior staff members from
The employment opportunities are great, many areas of business, improving my
with many of my classmates finding jobs business communication skills and opening
before the course had finished and many, up many networking opportunities. At the end
including myself, very shortly after. I wouldn’t of my internship, I had the chance to interview
hesitate in recommending it to anyone who for three different roles and accepted a role
is interested in working in IT. with the Credit Services team.
Muireann MacAuliffe Mr Peter Corcoran,
MSc Finance (Corporate Finance) MSc Finance (Banking and Risk Management),
Corporate Treasury, Investec Bank
The MSc Finance (Corporate Finance) has
provided me with the ideal platform upon When I started looking into the available
which to enter the financial services industry. masters in finance, the highly quantitative
This course has a great balance between the nature of this course caught my eye straight
theoretical side, acquiring vast knowledge away. Every employer at the time was looking
on different financial areas, and the practical for candidates with strong quantitative and
side which involves interesting case analytical skills. These credentials are still very
studies and presentations. much in demand today, if not more so than
when I graduated.
Furthermore, there is a strong focus on
your future career with constant advice
and support from both lecturers and other “THIS COURSE GAVE ME A
advisors. This help, combined with the
financial knowledge and practical skills,
MUCH GREATER UNDERSTANDING
such as group work, that I have acquired OF HOW GLOBAL MARKETS
throughout the course have undoubtedly ACTUALLY WORK AND THE
helped me to obtain my desired career
FINANCIAL THEORIES UPON
in the exciting financial world.
WHICH THEY ARE BASED.”
Anup Ranjan Das
MSc Asset Management During the lectures we were encouraged to ask
questions and to get involved. In addition, the
I found the quality of the academic staff to
assignments were very well thought out.
be superb and that the programme is very
well designed to combine academic teaching The vast majority were real work problems that
with hands-on learning experiences. With pushed us to think outside the box and not just
such a small class, the lecturers and staff to come back with generic solutions. Having
truly get to know the students and are very completed this course, it helps me every day
available to help and assist students. in my role with Investec Bank where I am
responsible for providing cash & foreign
I particularly enjoyed the relationships
exchange management, and other treasury
established with fellow students from
services to the bank’s corporate and
diverse academic and cultural backgrounds.
institutional clients, to help them achieve
Lastly learning in UCC’s beautiful campus
their strategic goals. Each client has
right at the heart of Cork city made the
different needs so every solution has
whole experience truly unforgettable.
to be tailor made.
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