International Business & Law

Overview

This flexible Diploma Course offers a global insight into business management and law.



The Postgraduate Diploma in International Business and Law enables students to develop the skills required to become independent-minded, knowledgeable and innovative business managers with a core grounding in International Law.



Why Study Business & Law at Griffith College

The Postgraduate Diploma in International Business and Law is available on a full and part-time basis, taught over one to two calendar years. The programme combines the core operational and organisational aspects of international business management with advanced theoretical and practical legal knowledge, allowing students to develop a solid grounding in the twin disciplines of international business and law. Taught by experienced practitioners and research staff in both the Graduate Business School and the Law Faculty, the programme is designed for holders of an undergraduate business or law degree.



• Students will develop the skills and knowledge necessary for further study in International Business.

• Students will learn through an interactive teaching style that encourages significant contributions and presentations in class in order to promote the exchange of ideas and build confidence.

• Students will have the opportunity to display their managerial ability and the application of skills and knowledge in the workplace through the completion of individual management competency reports.

• A flexible study model gives students the option of either part-time study with class size, structure and assessment tailored to each individual module.

• For the business graduate, it offers the opportunity to gain the understanding necessary to fully participate in complex legal transactions and to anticipate and manage legal issues as they arise in the international business arena.

• For the law graduate, it provides the basis for the acquisition and development of business acumen and to fully appreciate the influence that trade and international law issues have on management decision-making and operations.

• Students will have the option to further their studies with progression onto our MSc in International Business and Law.

• Delivered from Dublin but available to applicants nationwide.

Core Modules

• Corporate Governance

• International Commercial Law

• Managerial Finance

• International Strategy

• Research Methods

• Professional Services Management



Electives

• Entrepreneurial Innovation

• International Tax Law

• International Commercial Arbitration

• EU Internal Market and Competition Law

• International Privacy and Data Protection Law

• International Intellectual Property Law

• International Financial Services Law

The entry requirements for this programme is a minimum of 2.2 honours undergraduate degree (level 8) in a business or law-related discipline.



Non-business graduates with relevant work experience may apply on the basis of their experiential learning. Please contact the admissions team to find out more.



Accreditation of Prior Learning and Prior Experience (APL/APEL)

The Graduate Business School welcomes applications from those with prior academic and/or professional learning experience which may be relevant to the PGDip in International Business and Law programme. Applicants who wish for their prior academic and/or professional learning experience to be considered are requested to indicate this at the time of application and we will be happy to examine all of the relevant documentation accordingly.



English Language

Griffith College is accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency.

How to Apply

Applicants should apply directly to Griffith College.



As part of your application, you may be asked to provide supporting documents, including:

• Proof of ID (passport)

• Undergraduate Degree Award and Transcripts

• Up to date and detailed CV

• Documents supporting funding eligibility



If applicable:

• Translation of both degree award and transcripts

• Current GNIB



• Proof of English proficiency

2 Year Full-Time



The Postgraduate Diploma in International Business and Law will consist of two or three semesters that will take place over 12 to 18 months.



Full-time

The full-time programme is delivered over two semesters and classes will take place Monday-Friday, between 9am and 6pm.



Part-time

The part-time programme is delivered over three semesters. Each semester will follow this structure:

• Initial six weeks – three evenings per week, 6.30pm-9pm; online

• Following six weeks – three weekend workshops, Saturday 10am-4pm (subject to change); on campus.

Intake Dates: Dublin - Full-Time - February 2025

Academic Progression

On completion of the level 9 Postgraduate Diploma in International Business and Law students may progress onto the MSc dissertation stage of the programme.



You can contact our admissions team to discuss what progression options are available to you.



Career Progression

Through the Postgraduate Diploma in International Business you will have gained valuable professional experience, built a strong foundation of communication and presentation skills, and covered a diverse range of topics.



There is a wide range of career options for our graduates including:

• Business Development Specialist

• HR Manager

• Business Analyst

• Product Manager

• Operations Manager

• Market Research Analyst

• Global Brand Advertising Manager

• Management Analyst

• International Accountant

• Global Economist