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This online Master of Business Administration (MBA), run by Griffith College Limerick in association with Heriot-Watt, offers both intellectual rigour and applied business experience. Griffith College is a trusted learning partner for Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University.
Our online MBA is available on a part-time basis and is fully available online. It has been designed for experienced professionals to grow their skills and prepare for new challenges and opportunities.
We run 2 intakes for this course commencing in Spring and Autumn.
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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.
The MBA is broken down into 3 major awards:
Success in competitive markets is contingent on numerous factors, not least of which is marketing. Learners in this module will have the opportunity to explore the Marketing Management Process, Targeting Attractive Market Segments, Product and Pricing Decisions and more.
The people in a business are one of its most important assets; in this course learners will gain an understanding of the theory and practice of Human Resources. Topics examined will include Models of HRM, Key Themes of HRM, Training and Development, Careers and Career Management and more.
A vital introduction to the discipline of accounting, this module will give learners the tools they need to make informed decisions about company accounts. Topics covered include Cash Flow Statements, Framework for Financial Reporting, Investment Decisions and more.
An understanding of economic principles is vital to the success of any business manager. This module will help students gain an understanding of economic principles and practices. Topics covered will include Fiscal Policy, Inflation and Unemployment and more.
Too many projects fall apart because of poor planning. This module will provide learners with the toolkit to establish and follow through on strong plans that identify and solve pressing organisational issues. The module will cover topics including Project Risk Management, Organisational Structures & Standards and more.
A successful business takes advantage of the good opportunities that come its way, and this module will teach learners how to make the right strategic choices around those opportunities. This module will look at Vertical Links and Moves, International Strategy and more.
Success begins in your workplace, and this module gives learners the tools to implement changes that improve structure and well-being. Topics covered range from contemporary theories of motivation to workgroup dynamics to managing transitions and more.
Finance is about making decisions, and in this course, learners will gain the necessary knowledge and insight to make those decisions in an informed way. Topics this module explores include Investment Decisions, Estimating Cash Flows, Company Dividend Policy, International Financial Management and more.
A business strategy needs to consider a huge number of factors, not least of which are the opportunities and challenges that come in many forms. In this module, learners will have the opportunity to think deeply about the objectives and strategies that lead a company to success. Subjects covered include Company Objectives, Internal Analysis, Implementing and Evaluating Strategy and more.
MBA Year 1 Semester 1 Timetable
MBA Year 2 Semester 3 Timetable
MBA Two Year Schedule
A recognised Honours undergraduate degree or equivalent. Students who do not meet the undergraduate degree criteria may still be eligible onto the programme if they possess relevant work experience along with recognition of prior learning.
Step 1: Fill out the online application form.
Step 2: Send a copy of prior qualifications by email.
Step 3: Our Admissions Team will endeavour to contact you within 3 working days if you are successful in gaining a place.
Step 2
Complete the Student Registration Form
An Academic Administration Fee of EUR250.00 and a 2% Learner Protection Charge is applicable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted below. The fees below relate to Year 1 fees only.
Irish/EU living Ireland: EUR 11,250 (1,250 per MBA subject x 9 subjects)
Students wishing to pay for their fees monthly may avail of our direct debit scheme. Please download our Fee Payment Information document to review the payment plan schedule and how to apply.
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:
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.
Graduates of this course have the option to continue their studies at Griffith College. We offer a number of options including:
You can contact our admissions team to discuss what progression options are available to you.
Through the Master of Business Administration, 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:
