Corporate Governance

The Master of Science (MSc) in Corporate Governance, is a Level 9 programme (worth 90 ECTS credits) and was developed jointly by Hibernia College and Accountancy School.



The programme is intended to specifically accommodate those who wish to work full-time while also studying for a QQI and CGIUKI recognized award. The part-time nature and blended model of delivery make this programme particularly suitable for learners seeking a more flexible postgraduate option.



The MSc in Corporate Governance is a two-year, part-time programme, delivered in a blended format and designed to meet the education and professional training needs of those in the corporate governance and compliance profession.



This programme is designed primarily to provide a learner with the knowledge and skills to act in a professional capacity as advisor to the board of a company and/or other similar organisations which also leads to professional accreditation.



The programme is a collaboration between Hibernia College and Accountancy School validated by QQI, and has been professionally Accredited by the Chartered Governance Institute UK and Ireland (CGIUKI). Upon successful completion of the MSc graduates will be awarded GradCG status.

The programme consists of 7 modules delivered over 5 semesters:



Corporate Law

Corporate Reporting & Company Finance

Corporate Governance & Compliance

Boardroom Dynamics

Strategic Leadership

Risk Management

Dissertation

The programme will has a minimum entry requirement of a lower second-class honours, 2.2 or equivalent, award in a bachelors’ degree at NFQ Level 8 in any of the following areas legal studies, business organization, accounting, finance, or management. Learners from disciplines with a partial alignment may be accepted at the discretion of the Programme Director. Applicants who do not possess a degree in any of the above areas should contact advisor@hiberniacollege.net for further guidance.

AUTUMN 2025: CLOSES 2 SEPTEMBER

2 years, part-time, blended.

Next Intake: Autumn 25