Business - Carlow

In a highly competitive global marketplace, a masters degree sets you apartfrom other job applicants. Having amasters degree makes a differenceon your resume. It highlights yourcommitment to pursuing advancedstudy in business as well as your workethic and commitment.



This programme complements your undergraduate degree and equips you with the management skills necessary to succeed in todays globalised business environment. The course covers all the key facets of management, from managing people to finance to strategic planning and operations.



Graduates will gain the ability to work effectively as part of a team and to take responsibility for their work within a learning group. They will gain in-depth understanding of the contemporary business environment.



This programme can provide a basis and maturity that will enable students to proceed to doctoral level studies, if so desired.

What subjects will I study ?

Global Supply Chain Strategies

Strategic HRM Developments

Contemporary Issues in Strategic Management

Strategic Brand Management

Financial Analysis and Investment Appraisal

Strategic Human Resource Management

Strategic Marketing Management

Innovation Management

Project Management and Communications

Research Methods and Data Analysis

Action Research Dissertation

Strategy Process and Leadership

Work Placement

Graduates of programmes in engineering, science, design and other disciplines are required to have completed the Higher Diploma in Business in Management (Level 8) or equivalent to be eligible for admission to the Master of Business programme.



All applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Criteria to be considered will include academic qualifications, recognition of prior learning and/or the applicants performance in GMAT or equivalent.



South East Technological University reserves the right to require applicants to attend for an interview to determine their suitability for the programme.

1 year full-time.

NEXT INTAKE September 2024

Study & Career Opportunities

In a job market increasingly featuring primary honours degree holders, this Masters Programme, with its work experience element, significantly increases graduates chances of recruitment by highly attractive employers.



The Master of Business programme is aimed at producing creative, flexible and dynamic individuals, who can take up or enhance roles as business practitioners, in Ireland or overseas. A Master of Business is an internationally recognised qualification and opens the door to many careers.



Graduates may pursue Level 10 (PhD) study opportunities upon successful completion of this programme.