MSc in Business Management
A master’s programme for career changers with non-business backgrounds seeking to enter the business field.
Best for:Best for professionals with a non-business bachelor’s degree seeking a structured transition into business management roles.
Overview
This MSc in Business Management at Maynooth University is designed for professionals who did not study business at the undergraduate level but wish to transition into a business career. The programme covers core topics such as organisational behaviour, global operations, finance, strategy, marketing, international business, career development, sustainability, and research techniques. It is structured to be intensive and fast-paced, with flexible full-time or part-time options. Students engage in independent study, teamwork, and assignments to build a strong business foundation.
What you'll do
- Study core business management topics including organisational behaviour, finance, strategy, and marketing.
- Engage in independent research and team-based assignments to develop business acumen.
- Participate in career planning and development workshops to enhance employability.
- Apply business research techniques to real-world scenarios and case studies.
- Develop a strong understanding of sustainability practices in modern business environments.
- Attend intensive, block-based classes to accelerate learning and skill acquisition.
Requirements
Degree required: A bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent) in a non-business discipline with a minimum of a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2). Alternatively, applicants without a primary degree but with at least 3 years of relevant work experience may apply via Maynooth University’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.
Degree offered: MSc in Business Management
Language: English proficiency (level not explicitly stated but assumed for academic programmes in Ireland)
Instruction: English
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in a non-business discipline with a minimum of a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2).
- Applicants without a primary degree but with at least 3 years of relevant work experience may apply via RPL process.
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How to apply
Applicants must apply through Maynooth University’s postgraduate application portal. The process involves submitting academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency (if applicable), a statement of purpose, and any relevant work experience documentation. For RPL applicants, additional documentation may be required to demonstrate prior learning and experience.
- CV/Resume
- Academic Transcripts (Bachelor’s Degree)
- Proof of English Proficiency (if applicable)
- Statement of Purpose
- Proof of Relevant Work Experience (for RPL applicants)
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