Business - Athlone
This masters in designed for students who have graduated from a broad spectrum of business and related degree programmes who wish to upgrade and enhance their knowledge and skills to avail of global business opportunities. It gives you a lot of versatility in terms of job choices and the skills are transferable to a variety of job contexts.
| Award Name | Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Technological University of the Shannon |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Technological University of the Shannon | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
Students with a level 7 or level 8 degree in any discipline other than business studies are eligible to apply for this programme.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
This programme is expected to provide students with the expertise to survive and progress in an increasingly competitive job market. Graduates with a Master’s degree can reasonably be expected to rise to more advanced positions, including senior executive level, in private industry, in the public and private sectors, and in education. Past students of the programme have obtained jobs in business development roles, digital marketing, logistics management, financial advisory roles and project management.
Upon successful completion of this programme, graduates have the opportunity to complete Level 9/10 programmes here at TUS or elsewhere.
Further information
Course Commencement Date: September
In a highly competitive global market place, a master’s degree sets you apart from other job applicants. Having a master’s degree makes a difference on your CV. It shows your dedication to pursuing advanced study in business as well as your work ethic and commitment.
Central to the course design is engagement with external businesses and organisations. You will have the opportunity to learn specialized professional skills in a variety of business courses such as team working, project management, research skills and report writing. You will also gain a deeper understanding of businesses and the environments they operate in, as well as skills such as marketing, strategic analysis and information systems.
Year 1
International Corporate Strategy
Strategic Marketing Management
New Venture Creation and Growth (elective choice)
Business Strategy for a Sustainable World (elective choice)
Business Model Development
Information Systems for Managers
Applied Innovation
Personal and Professional Development
Research Methods (MBS)
Research Project
Dr. Teresa O’Hara
Head of Department
Email: Teresa.OHara@tus.ie