About the programme

It is particularly suited to professionals in demanding careers and /or those with caring responsibilities for whom time-flexibility is important, as well as for those based outside of Dublin and Ireland looking to study at UCD.

The programme is aimed at those with a non-business undergraduate degree who are looking to accelerate their career by combining their prior qualifications with an in-depth understanding of all key business disciplines, and the necessary problem-solving and leadership skills to support their professional development. Students will undertake twelve modules online over two academic years. There are generally between three and five hours of live sessions for modules across the trimester in addition to pre-recorded content – all live sessions are recorded for those unable to join at the time of the class.

About our Delivery

The MSc in Management Online will offer you the flexibility to study from wherever you are, with the ability to combine studies with work and personal commitments in a way that suits your needs.

At the beginning of the programme, you will be introduced to the programme team, the online environment and digital tools that you will use during the course. A dedicated Programme Manager will be with you every step of the way, ready to help you succeed. You can connect with them easily by email, a one-on-one video call, or a chat on the phone. Connecting with your classmates and peer-to-peer learning is a key part of the learning experience. You can expect approximately 12-14 hours of self-study per week.

While this part-time programme is delivered online, it also offers opportunities for students to build relationships with other students at UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate School of Business. There are regular online seminars, workshops and careers events available to you no matter where you are around the globe.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the programme will be well-placed to accelerate their career either with their current employer or in taking up new opportunities, and are highly sought after to take up roles across many different organisations and sectors. In recent years, our graduates have secured roles in a wide range of international and domestic organisations.

Companies and organisations where our graduates work include Accenture, AIB, Bank of Ireland, Deloitte, Diageo, EY, Facebook, Google, KPMG, LinkedIn, Microsoft, PayPal, Pfizer, PwC, the HSE, and Unilever.

Potential careers include:

• Management consultant
• Product manager
• Development manager
• Healthcare professionals
• Client relationship manager
• Supply chain solutions manager
• Civil Servants
• Sales Manager
• Brand Strategist
• Financial Consultant

Courses modules include:

• Accounting Information for Managers
• Global Leadership & Teams
• Digital Innovation and Strategy
• Corporate Finance
• Human Resource Management
• Marketing
• Global Strategic Management
• Economics and Markets
• Business Research Project
• Building Sustainable Supply Chain Advantage
• Business Simulation
• Managing Innovative Projects

Admissions Requirements

A wide-ranging course that exposes working professionals to the concepts, skills and techniques required to master in the future stages of business career.

• You must have a minimum second-class honours degree in any discipline.

OR

• In very exceptional circumstances, applications may be accepted from non-degree holders with significant management work experience. An interview may also form part of the assessment process. Closing dates for such non-standard applications is 1st August 2027.

Please note as this is a part-time, online-delivered, programme, participants are not eligible for a student visa or for participation in the third-level graduate visa programme. Information concerning Irish visa and immigration regulations can be found at the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Services website.

Student Testimonial

“With an undergraduate degree in IT and a professional experience largely rooted in operations roles, my motivation for pursuing a Master’s in Management was to build a stronger business acumen to support a transition into product management, strategy roles and ultimately prepare for future leadership positions. The program was designed for individuals without a traditional business background and offered a holistic view of how organisations function and was perfectly aligned with my goals.

The modules were one of the biggest draws for me. They provided a comprehensive 101 introduction to the world of business and management, from corporate finance, accounting, marketing, supply chain management, digital innovation, team leadership and more. I especially enjoyed diving into real-life case studies and participating in a business simulation that offered hands-on experience running a company.

I found that the structure was thoughtfully designed with working professionals in mind. Lectures were scheduled outside standard working hours and recorded for flexibility, and our programme coordinator was consistently proactive, receptive to feedback and genuinely invested in our success. A testament to this is the fact that I was able to move cities and a whole country while pursuing the programme.

Another highlight was the diversity within the cohort. Students came from a wide range of professional backgrounds thus enriching every discussion and group assignment with fresh perspectives.”

MSc Management Online 2025, Ruth Jepkoech Kipngeno

MSc Management Online, 2025: Elmarie O’Shea-Kirwan, Laura Lofner, Keith Tanner, Ronald Hidalgo, Michael Creamer