Dublin City University

The MSc in Finance is a one-year Master’s programme providing a leading European finance education, a high degree of flexibility in your learning experience and modern industry-relevant specialisms. This programme is structured to provide an intake in January and September.

The MSc in Work and Organisational Psychology/Behaviour at DCU Business School is the longest running specialised programme delivering organisational psychology education in Ireland. The programme emphasises collaborative and participative team learning, and draws heavily on the experiences and insights of participants rather than on the lecturer as an expert.

The MSc Management (Operations and Supply Chain) is designed for students who wish to grow into senior supply chain management or operations management industry leaders, and provides insights into current best practices regarding industry trends, digitisation and future projections. Given the impact of global supply chain disruption, the demand for highly skilled supply chain professionals is higher than ever, and understanding end-to-end digital supply chain operations coupled with a strong operational skillset is a must. In DCU Business School, we will support you on your journey towards gaining a critical awareness of current opportunities and new insights into supply chain…

The MSc in Management (Strategy) enhances the knowledge skills, and competencies of students who already have an undergraduate degree in business, but who wish to develop a deeper competency in business strategy and management at the Master’s level. The programme provides you with highly sought-after skills and competencies to assess and contribute to strategic thinking, analysis, decision-making, strategy formulation and strategy execution in organisations.

The DCU MSc in Emergency Management is the first programme of its kind in Ireland, endorsed by the National Steering Group for Major Emergency Management, The Emergency Planning Society (Republic of Ireland Branch) and Pharma chemical Ireland as being suitable for improving the emergency management skills of individuals in both the public and private sectors. • Gain a systematic understanding of the theory, concepts and methods at the forefront of knowledge pertaining to Emergency Management. • Develop the ability to prepare for, respond to, recover after and learn from an emergency or crisis situation. • Understand the importance of the…

The MSc in Digital Marketing is designed to help participants understand how digital technologies can be exploited to optimise buyer awareness, sentiment and intention. You will gain in-depth knowledge and skills in PPC, SEO, Content Marketing, Social Media, e-Business Management, Web Development, Data Analysis, and develop strategic thinking know-how. You will have the opportunity to gain real-world experience by putting these skills to the test in an end-of-year practicum project which involves being paired up with a client, looking after their digital marketing for a 6 month period. DCU Business School has deep-routed connections with industry, which ensures relevant and up to date content…

Looking to fast-track your career as a non-business graduate? Look no further than the DCU Masters in Management (Business). With its focus on enhancing your professional skills and accelerating your career, this programme is tailor-made for ambitious individuals who want to make their mark in the business world. If you’ve been feeling like you’re lacking the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in the corporate world, our Masters in Business Management can help you bridge that gap. We’ll provide you with the tools and resources you need to thrive in your career, even if you didn’t study business as an…

The DCU MSc in International Accounting and Business is the leading graduate programme of its kind in Ireland, an innovative partnership of accounting and business which is informed and shaped by the needs of the professionals of tomorrow. The programme is designed for graduates to combine study for a Master’s degree while gaining business knowledge and skills, and exemptions from professional accounting examinations at the same time. This course is a perfect opportunity for graduates of non-business undergraduate degrees to convert to accounting.    The Top placed student will receive a prize from ACCA on graduation. The one-year full-time Masters…

The DCU MSc in Human Resource Management prepares students to become leaders in people management and organisational change. The innovative and distinguishing features of the programme are its emphasis on enhancing HR and leadership capability, the importance given to building professional competencies and a focus on international elements of management. You will also develop insights into the latest developments in HRM, including cross-cultural management, people management, and the strategic importance of the HR function. 

The DCU MSc in Accounting is the leading graduate accounting programme of its kind in Ireland, an innovative partnership of learning which is informed and shaped by the needs of the accounting and taxation professionals of tomorrow. This one-year full-time Masters programme encourages critical and creative thinking, teamwork and communication, and develops a diverse range of professional attributes which equip graduates to excel in the accounting profession and to adopt leadership positions in their professional lives. The MSc in Accounting at DCU is designed to meet the needs of Honours graduates who have taken major accounting specialisms in their undergraduate…

Your chance to meet new people and experience new cultures.  Study in two countries of your choice and learn the skills to be a successful global leader in the digital age. Study abroad options (with IPBS partner universities) include Canada, Germany, France, Italy & Mexico. In Industry 4.0, technology is disrupting, advancing and challenging business.  Management practices are operating in an era when business is borderless.  The next generation of aspiring leaders must understand the global and technological forces shaping the future of business. While the MSc Global Management (Digital Disruption) is rooted in core management disciplines, global strategy and…

The programme provides students with public relations theory and practice alongside an understanding of recent developments and challenges for the profession. These include the impact of social media; the decline of traditional media; growing issues of corporate social responsibility influencing organisational reputation; and the increasing influence of other social science disciplines on Public Relations theory and practice.

The new MA in Documentary Practice draws from our 30 years of experience teaching film and television in the School of Communications. It's our response to the increasing interest from students and the growing demand in the industry for long form documentary content.. Furthermore, we provide access to cutting-edge facilities, including a recently constructed media studio equipped with industry-standard cameras, sound recording equipment, and editing tools. This ensures our students have access to the best resources for honing their skills and achieving their creative aspirations.

The MA in Social Media Communications provides a thorough exploration of social media's history, how it works, its effects, purposes, uses and its presence in all aspects of life.  This programme is designed for individuals seeking a thoughtful and critical understanding of social media, along with the skills to analyse and strategically harness them. The main focus of this course is to help students acquire a social science-based understanding and tools for analysing how social media have developed, the power they wield, and how they operate in our globally networked society. The course addresses the way in which social media…

The Postgraduate Degree in Science Communication at DCU was founded in 1996 and is well recognised and received in Ireland and abroad. A Health Communication strand was added in 2018.  Prospective students who are already in careers in STEM education and public engagement, working in scientific, engineering, environmental and medical fields, in addition to those with backgrounds in the humanities and the social sciences who are interested in science communication as a field and a profession.  We also welcome those interested in leadership and communication in the commercial biomedical sector as well as public health policy, administration and regulation, and…

The programme is all about blending contemporary emerging media production, cutting-edge research and academic thoughtfulness to foster fresh approaches that help students find exciting new ways to create, communicate and share stories.  Our students learn and create in an energetic environment, fitted with state of the art multimedia production equipment and technologies that expand creative horizons.  By delving into the latest research, which examines the deep relationship between society and technology through the investigation of digitisation, internet and media cultures and the integration of digital technologies into everyday life, students gain the skills to navigate, analyse, and actively contribute to…

This programme is suitable for people who want to work in various communication roles, whether it's in the public, private, or nonprofit sectors. It's also a good choice for those who are already working and want to advance their careers. For those looking to enter the job market, the MAP program guarantees a work placement, while those who are already employed (typically part-time students) complete a reflection project.   If you're interested in topics like how the media covers politics, the influence of spin, fake news, disinformation, agenda-setting, public relations, political advertising and digital media, this program is a great…

Your teachers are experts in their fields and bring their cutting-edge research into the classroom.  You'll be part of the School of Communications and learn from specialists in political, climate change and data journalism, as well as journalism and gender and journalism history. You'll also gain hands-on skills in various aspects of journalism, such as reporting news, creating video and audio content, mobile journalism (MoJo) and designing news layouts. Your classes will happen in modern Mac computer labs, radio studios and a fully equipped TV studio. You'll be taught by seasoned industry professionals. Plus, at the end of the academic…

Recent problems have shown that the way many countries make their policies has some issues. This is especially true in Ireland. These issues are partly because the people in charge of making policies aren't always good at figuring out and carrying out these policies, especially in complicated and changing situations. The Irish government, the European Union and other international organisations know about this problem. They're trying to get more experts in making policies to work with them. To address this, DCU is now offering a special online course that covers different subjects and is made to help the new generation…