Master of Science in International Business Management
Course Overview
This exciting Master's Degree Course prepares graduates for a business management career in an international setting
The MSc in International Business Management develops the students' functional skills in a range of component business disciplines in a dynamic learning environment.
Why Study International Business at Griffith College?
Our MSc programme in International Business Management is available on a full and part-time basis and prepares graduates by providing an educational experience which is strongly vocational, academically rigorous and intellectually challenging.
- Students will develop the skills and knowledge to specialise in key business industries within International Business and learn how to operate a business across borders.
- Explore business trends, management practices and techniques.
- Access to an extensive business network through lecturers, guest speakers and alumni.
- Students have the opportunity to learn by doing, with group assignments across a range of real life case studies.
- A highly practical learning approach taught by a Graduate Business School lecturing team with outstanding industry experience.
Course Highlights
- International Diversity
- Practical Industry Links
- Competitive Pricing
- Flexible Study Modes
- Student Focused Teaching Groups
- Accreditation of Prior Learning Experience (APL/APEL)
Intake Dates
- Dublin - Full-Time - September 2025
What our students say
The diversification of behaviours, thoughts, beliefs, expectations and knowledge enable us as students to enhance our learning during any activity inside the campus. The possibility of sharing experiences all the time and increasing our professional network is just brilliant.
MSc in International Business 2014
The cultural mix in this college is just fascinating. I felt like I had the opportunity to travel the world in only a few seconds. The amount of things you learn from others is just amazing but the amount of things you learn about yourself thanks to these people is even more incredible.
MSc in International Business 2014
Course Details
Upon successful completion of the taught modules, MSc learners complete a dissertation with a credit volume of 30 ECTS.
Core Subjects
Learners gain an appreciation of the very real marketing challenges facing global firms today and develop the technical and professional competencies to address such issues.
The module provides learners with a deep understanding of the conceptual foundations, strategic implications, and practical applications of digital transformation in the context of modern business management.
Learners gain insight into what is required to reach the highest standards of corporate governance and Sustainable Business Management looks at the current challenges and opportunities facing companies in their responsibilities to their many stakeholders and the evolving societal expectation for businesses.
This module concerns the international nature and scope of contemporary human resource management and the strategic application of human resources activities and international techniques.
This module develops a practical understanding of the role and goals of financial management, financial accounting and management accounting and be able to apply them to business situations
Learners learn how to effectively lead individuals, teams, and organisations, by developing a deep understanding of the role and impact of leaders in responding to business, stakeholder, ethica,l and environmental issues in contemporary business.
Learners will gain knowledge and insight into the nature, purpose, and significance of business, commercial, and academic research. The module will guide learners on how to conduct a critical literature review using the best practices to develop a critical approach
Elective Modules
This module provides insight into the role of a marketing practitioner working in sustainability and critically evaluates the changing relationship of sustainability to marketing.
The module builds learners’ practical skills in applying fundamental statistical methods and data analysis techniques specific to brand analytics in real-world global brand performance scenarios.
The module equips learners, as they enter an ever-changing business world, with the tools to analyse and evaluate issues through the lens of an economist.
This module looks at this changing environment and considers the impact on capital markets, investment, and trading, including products, pricing, risk, and return.
Dissertation
Learners enhance their knowledge, research and business communication skills and contribute significantly to their chosen field through a supervised research project.
Learners enhance their knowledge, research and business communication skills and contribute significantly to their chosen field through a supervised project, on behalf of, and in conjunction with, industry.
Course Contacts
Kevin O'Hara
- Dublin Main Campus
Timetables
*Please note the timetables are subject to change.
How to Apply
Entry Requirements
Applicants must normally hold an approved honours degree in the field of business or management or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary/professional institution. Students with relevant work experience may be eligible, for more information see the APEL section below.
English Language Proficiency
All applicants for whom English is not their native language must provide proof of English language proficiency to a standard of at least 6.5 in IELTS, 575 TOEFL or equivalent.
Griffith College is now accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency. Please see here for further details.
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 MSc in International Business Management 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.
How to Apply
You can submit an application on our website. Once we receive your application a member of our admissions team will be in contact with you to outline the documents required to process your application.
Fees
For purposes of fee calculation, residence is counted from the time of the application.
Please note that not all study modes may be offered at all times. For confirmation, refer to the intake dates in the Overview tab.
Tuition Fees
Study Mode: Full-Time
Dublin: EUR 10,350.00
Study Mode: Part-Time
Dublin: EUR 10,350.00
Study Mode: Full-Time
Please refer to the Irish/EU Living Abroad Fees section.
Study Mode: Full-Time
Dublin
Non-EU living in Ireland or abroad: Please refer to our Non-EU Tuition Fees section.
Non-EU students: Student Services and Administration fee of EUR200 is payable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted below.
General Fee Information
An Academic Administration Fee of €250 is payable each September at the start of term. For students starting in the January/February term, €125 is payable in February, and then €250 will be payable each September from then onwards.
A 2% Learner Protection Charge is applicable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted. The fees above relate to Year 1 fees only.
Flexible payment options
Students wishing to pay their fees monthly may avail of our direct debit scheme. Please view our Fees information page for more information and assistance.
Sponsorship
Is your company paying for your course?
They will need to complete a Griffith College Sponsorship Form and send this to the Student Fees Office:
- Post: Student Fees, Griffith College Dublin, South Circular Road, Dublin 8
- Email: accounts@griffith.ie
2% Learner Protection Charge
All QQI accredited programmes of education and training of 3 months or longer duration are covered by arrangements under section 65 (4) of the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012 whereby, in the event of the provider ceasing to provide the programme for any reason, enrolled learners may transfer to a similar programme at another provider, or, in the event that this is not practicable, the fees most recently paid will be refunded.
QQI Award Fee
Please note that a QQI Award Fee applies in the final year of all QQI courses. To find the relevant fee for your course level, please see the Fees page.
Progression
Academic Progression
If you are a graduate of the MSc in International Business from Griffith College, it is possible to retain this qualification as well as receive an MBA in International Business award on successful completion from Griffith College.
What is the process?
If you are a graduate of Griffith College, it is necessary to reapply formally through the Griffith College website. However, you will only have to submit the documentation that is mentioned in our Experiential Learning Report.
What documents do I need for the application?
You will need the following documentation:
- Letter of Application
Stating your suitability to be an MBA candidate.
A brief outline of your current role and where you feel the MBA will bring your career.
A short profile on your current organisation and the sector in which it operates. If naming your organisation, you will need written permission from said organisation.
- Curriculum Vitae
As up-to-date and detailed as possible
- Work Reference
From current employer (or if not applicable, prior employer)
- Experiential Learning Report Proposal
This proposal requires applicants to reflect on and discuss their personal development as a manager. Please refer to the Experiential Learning Report.
How many additional credits will I receive?
You shall receive an additional 30 ECTS credits.
How much will it cost?
Please get in touch with admissions@griffith.ie
Can I study fully remotely from outside of Ireland?
Yes, this can be done fully remotely from outside of Ireland if the candidate is overseas.
How long will it take to complete?
Griffith College allows full flexibility to learners to complete this pathway over 3 or 6 months.
Career Progression
Through the MSc in International Business Management 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:
- International Accountant
- Customs Compliance Specialist
- International Economist
- Management Analyst
- International Banking
- Business Development Executive
- International Marketing Director
- International Sales Assistant
- Business Analyst
- Product Manager
