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MSC IN DIGITAL INNOVATION MANAGEMENT & ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
- Qualification
- Master Of Science Degree
- CAO/MU Apply code
- MH21E
- Award Type and NFQ level
- TAUGHT MASTERS (9)
- Study Mode
- Part time
- Closing Date
- 27 August 2027
Overview
The MSc in Digital Innovation and AI is designed to develop skills in the management of organisations that depend on technology to deliver value.
The MSc addresses emerging technologies such as AI; newer business approaches such as digital business models; and the current organisational culture and behaviours expected by today’s industry. Through a series of modules, the students will learn advanced concepts, principles, and frameworks to manage modern business operations. The main concepts being put across are:
1. An understanding of emerging technology and AI and how these enable value creation. Students will understand how they relate and how to choose what technology is appropriate
2. An understanding of the latest concepts in digital innovation and AI and how to manage the innovation process.
3. An understanding of value creation with a digital organisational context
4. An understanding of creative and innovation behaviours and skills appropriate to product, process or service development.
These learnings can be applied to any organisation, from a local start-up SME to multinational organisations, and from the manufacturing to the services sectors, as well as in the non-for-profit sector.
Course structure
Duration: 2 years part time
The MSc is offered as a full-time (1 year) and as a part-time (2 years) course.
The duration is:
Sept to August (12 months) – full time
Sept to August (24 months) – part time
The modules in semesters 1 and 2 will be delivered in a block-format. Modules are typically delivered over 4 full days of teaching spread over a period of four months.
A Business Consulting Project is completed in semester 3 for full time students and over the 2nd year for part time students
The core modules are:
- AI & Emerging Technologies
- Digital Innovation & AI
- Digital Business Models
- Culture for Innovation & Creativity
- Strategic Management Tools and Concepts
- Design Thinking
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
Graduates will be equipped to work and manage in technology driven industries. This is very broad, from a local start-up SME to multinational organisations, and from the manufacturing to the services sectors, as well as in the non-for-profit sector.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a minimum of a Bachelor Honours degree (NFQ Level 8) (or equivalent) with a minimum of a Second-Class Honours, Grade 2 (2:2) in any discipline.
If you do not meet the standard entry requirements then you may be eligible to apply under the University's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. Please click here for further information.
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.
How to apply
Applications must be made via the MU Apply portal. Please click here to start your application.
When making your application, please ensure you prepare any documents listed below. You may be required to submit documents in two stages. You will be required to upload and submit the following documents with your application:
- Full academic transcripts for all semesters/ years completed to date
- Graduation Certificate if you have graduated
- A copy of your passport
- Up to date CV
If English is not your first language, you may be required to upload evidence of English language proficiency. For information please click here.