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MSC BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
This 2-year part-time MSc is ideal if you're interested in a business career but didn't take an undergraduate degree in business. You'll explore business management topics like organisational behaviour, global operations, finance, strategy, marketing, international business, and more.
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- Qualification
- Master Of Science Degree
- CAO/MU Apply code
- MH53D
- Award Type and NFQ level
- TAUGHT MASTERS (9)
- Study Mode
- Part time
- Closing Date
- 14 August 2026
Overview
If you are interested in a business career but did not take an undergraduate degree in business, then this is the programme for you. This MSc introduces students to a range of business management topics, including organisational behaviour, global operations, finance, strategy, marketing, international business, career planning and development, sustainability in business and research techniques.
We start at a foundational level and rapidly advance students' knowledge to the level of postgraduate expertise. A variety of teaching approaches are applied across the programme to help participants develop a clear career strategy that will increase their employability in the short term and ensure sustainable success in the long term.
This MSc provides key business knowledge to non-business graduates, as well asexperienced professionals without an undergraduate degree). Through its course content and programme delivery, our students access leading business thinking, apply contemporary management theory and practices, and research business solutions through team and individual assignments alongside a Business Consultancy Project, Dissertation or Placement.
Additional Resources
Please check out the Postgraduate Open Day Page for details on our upcoming open days and postgraduate information and resources shared at previous open days which includes information on fees, funding, scholarships and student life.
Course Commences
September entry
Course Duration
1 year full-time (12 months) / 2 years part-time (24 months)
What our Graduates say?
“The MSc in Business Management is an excellent course. Overall, the topics covered have proven extremely valuable in my working career. It provides a well-rounded overview of business while learning from experienced professionals. The placement pathway has been valuable for me in obtaining a full-time role. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in furthering their studies”.¿Paddy Pender
Course structure
Duration: 2 years part-time
The programme is intensive and fast-paced, offering students a high-growth learning experience across the full-time programme (12 months) or the part-time programme (24 months).
We operate across two semesters of taught modules. Each module is taught over four days, timetables two to four weeks apart¿This spacing allows learning to occur between individual teaching days, permitting reflection on content and the completion of projects.
Students are encouraged to learn independently through significant reading and assignments, both individually and working in teams, prior to and following class.
For details on module overviews, learning outcomes, teaching methods and assessments please visit Course Finder.
Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.
Important: The information on this page is for prospective students, MU current students and staff should use Programme Directory.
Year 1
Year 2
Careers after your Masters
Combined with your existing proficiency from your bachelor’s degree and/or professional work experience, completing this master’s signals your ambition, work ethic and expertise to prospective employers. The course develops future executives in organisations across all sectors using a broad, cross-sectoral, and international approach. Students also take a dedicated career management module designed to enhance employability at the outset and throughout their careers. The module guides students to enhance employability right from the outset. This module guides students to optimise their first step into the professional labour market or build upon prior experience to achieve future goals. You will identify personal career priorities and apply career planning tools that can be used throughout your working life.
What our Graduates say?
“The Business Management programme at Maynooth University gave me the confidence and practical skills to successfully complete my studies and transition into the workplace. It strengthened my strategic thinking and broadened my understanding of business in a real-world context. This experience played a key role in helping me secure my current role and progress in my career.“.¿Sujatha Dhanapal
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements Primary Degree: Applicants must hold a minimum of 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).
Non-Standard Entrants (RPL): Applicants who do not hold a primary degree but have at least 3 years relevant work experience may apply via Maynooth University's RPL process for Non-Standard Entrants. Please click here for further information.
Minimum English language requirements: please visit Maynooth University International Office website for information about English language tests accepted and required scores. The requirements specified are applicable to both EU and non-EU applicants.
Maynooth University's TOEFL code is 8850
How to apply
To apply for your chosen postgraduate study at Maynooth University, applications must be made via the MUApply portal. Please click here to start your application.
When making your application, please ensure you upload the below documentation to your application prior to submission to avoid delays in application assessment:
- Full academic transcripts for all semesters/ years completed to date
- Graduation Certificate if you have graduated/conferred
- A copy of your passport
- Up to date CV
- Personal Statement ((minimum 500 words explaining why you would like to study your chosen programme)
Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study. For information about English language tests accepted and required scores, please see here. Please be advised criteria may differ for EU and Non-EU applicants.