Business - International Business - Cork

This programme is geared at providing non-business graduates with the skills required to develop and promote products and services in an international environment while furthering their= business skills and knowledge. Students build upon their own discipline (science, engineering, computing etc.) to develop solid understanding of business development, internationalisation and innovation in an interesting educational environment. Students will expand their business knowledge and skills through simulation, guest speakers, and an international trip. Students will also undertake an industry consultancy project which will prepare them for opportunities in the workplace.



The programme is an excellent opportunity for students who want to complement their degree with business skills, broadening their skillset in a way that adds value to an organisation.



Award

Master of Science in International Business



Key Features:



Field Trip

The International Business Field Trip is an opportunity for immersion in non-Irish culture which serves to enhance and deepen the learning experience for students involved. The five day field trip will entail preparation work, learner activity while on the trip and subsequent submissions following the trip. The trip focuses on the skills required to develop business opportunities in new markets. Factory visits on recent trips include Coca-Cola, Audi and the Port of Antwerp.



Seminar Series

The Seminar Series module allows students the opportunity to draw upon their learning throughout the programme and to synthesise that in the context of some direct exposure to industry leaders. Speakers, drawn from the private, public and voluntary sectors will be invited to speak on a weekly basis and to explore concepts relating to leadership, growth, change, people management, the macro environment, and personal & professional development.



Students will attend these sessions and develop their knowledge of the topics being discussed and coupled that with insight into their own understanding of the business environment.



Applied Business Project

The Applied Business Project is a capstone module which brings together the learning from the programme which is applied to a business-set project. Students will undertake a significant piece of work tacking a project for a linked company on a consultancy basis. The may be for a company the student is working for. The project will help to develop analysis and research skills but also further a student’s understanding of the international environment.



The programme is completed Full-time over 1 year (3 semesters, September to August).



No of weeks per semester: 13

No of timetabled hours per week: Semester 1 (circa 14 Hours).

Semester 2 (circa 12 Hours, and a week for the international trip in February).

Semester 3 (mainly independent learning)

Some weeks will contain extra sessions to support independent learning.



Which days: Monday to Friday

Duration: 3 semesters

SEMESTER 1

Global Marketing Management

Financial Management & Systems for International Business

Innovation

Strategic Thinking

International Business Development (10 Credits)



SEMESTER 2

Sustainable Marketing Practice (M)

Seminar Series (M)

International Business Study Trip (M)

Economics of Global Markets (M)

Supply Chain Strategy (E)

People Management Strategies for International Business (E)

Customer Experience Design (E)

Technology Management in Global Business (E)

Digital Environment (E)



SEMESTER 3

Business Environment Simulation

Applied Business Project

2.2 in an honours degree in a non-cognate area. All areas where the specialism is not business, Marketing, Accounting/Finance or Business Information Systems will be considered.



A personal statement must be provided by the applicant.



Non-native English speakers must have an IELTS of 6.5 (or equivalent). Full English language requirements are available at https://www.mtu.ie/international/non-eu/cork-campus/



An interview may be held with certain candidates.



What is RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to.

1 year full-time