FAQs

• How much does the MSc cost?
• What is the GMAT and do I need to take it?
• How long does it take?
• What are the minimum entry requirements?
• What is the closing date for applications?
• How do you choose students?
• How is the part-time course different to the fulltime course?
• How do I apply?
• If I am a fulltime student, can I work while undertaking the course?
• Can you tell me more about the structure of the course?
• How is the MSc examined and assessed?
• Can you tell me more about Trinity College Dublin?
• Can you tell me more about Dublin and Ireland?

Q. How much does the MSc cost?

A. The Masters in International Management has an annual fee of €14,000 for EU students and €17,000 for Non EU Students. That is for the fulltime one year course. The part-time two year course is priced at €8,000 per annum for EU and €9,500 for Non EU students.
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Q. What is the GMAT and do i need to take it?

A. The GMAT is the Graduate Management Admission Test, and it is mandatory for all students to sit this and achieve a grade acceptable to the admission committee. The GMAT can be taken in a wide varity of locations worldwide and is a common examination, thus there is no difference between a GMAT grade obtained in Ireland from one in Brazil or the UK or India. We strongly suggest that students sit the GMAT as early in the application process as possible.
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Q. How long does it take?

A. The MSc has two options: the fulltime course lasts 11 months, with coursework over the September-April period and dissertation work over the May-July period. Parttime students can  take the course over two years, with the dissertation to be completed by the end of December of the second year.
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Q. What are the minimum entry requirements?

A. You should have obtained an honours degree  with at least a grade of upper second or equivalent. You will also need to sit the GMAT examination and ensure that we receive the details. If English is not your native language, or you have not undertaken your undergraduate degree through English, you will also need to satisfy the university language requirements.
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Q. What is the closing date for applications?

A. There is no formal closing date - we admit until the course is filled or until it commences. Admissions are made on a rolling basis, but we strongly recommend early applications. 
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Q. How do you choose students?

A. We do not apply mechanistic rules, and strive in the admissions process to create a class that will be balanced in terms of experience, background and full/parttime. The key elements that we will use include your undergraduate (and graduate if relevant) degree results , the GMAT score, references and (if relevant) work experience.
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Q. How is the parttime course different to the fulltime course?

A. The course delivery is in an intensive bloc format. Parttime and fulltime students both attend the same course of instruction. Typically each module (c 24h class contact) is delivered over a one week bloc. Parttime students would need therefore to put aside c3 weeks class time per semester, over 4 semesters or two years.
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Q. How do I apply?

Application should be made only via the Postgraduate Online Applicaton System at WWW.PAC.IE  If you do not have your final degree results, include detailed transcripts for each year you have completed and forward your final results as soon as you receive the details. Please click here for further details.
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Q. If I am a fulltime student, can I work while undertaking the course?

A. We do not recommend that you work while taking the full-time course.
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Q. Can you tell me more about the structure of the course?

A.  Students must takeeight core taught modules* which focus on developing the capability and capacity to operate effectively across a range of core and support business functions in an international setting. The modules include:

• Economics for a Global Market
• International Finance
• International Marketing
• Global Supply Chain Management
• Cross-cultural Human Resource Management
• International Business Strategy
• Research Methods in Quantitative Data Analysis
• Research Methods in Qualitative Data Analysis

Students must also take an additional four elective modules*, the purpose of which is to further expand their capability and capacity to address a range of themes that tend to cut across core and support business functions in an international setting. The current elective modules include:

• Managing Global Logistics
• Strategic Allocation of Business Resources
• Management of International NGOs
• Social Entrepreneurship
• Ethics, Business & Society
• International Financial Statement Analysis
• Risk Management

Students will also be required to complete an International Residency Week (IRW) at a partner institution overseas.  While institutions in Brazil, Russia, India and China are of particular interest, the final choice of location for the IRW will be determined in consultation with students enrolled on the course. One of the core or elective taught modules will be delivered during the IRW.

Finally, students must pass a written dissertation (30 ECTS) in order to be awarded the degree.  Each student undertakes an individual research project on topics chosen in consultation with the Course Director. 
 
* Modules, their ordering and whether they are mandatory or optional may change from year to year and students are advised to contact the School of Business to obtain the list of modules currently on offer.  Students are required to reach a full-complement of 90 ECTS to be eligible for the award of the M.Sc. degree.
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Q. How is the MSc examined and assessed?

A. Students must achieve a minimum of a pass grade in twelve taught modules and a dissertation submitted on a topic approved by the Course Director. Taught modules will be assessed by way of written examinations and prescribed coursework.  To pass a module, students must satisfactorily complete any associated practical work for that module, and/or obtain a pass mark (50%) in any examination for that module.  Students who fail one or more modules on the basis of the criteria outlined above will be offered the opportunity to sit a supplemental examination and/or undertake supplemental practical work in any module that they failed.

Assessment of the dissertation is via an examinable research report. To satisfactorily complete a dissertation, students must submit their dissertation by the prescribed date and must obtain a passing mark.
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Q. Can you tell me more about Trinity College Dublin?

A. The University of Dublin, Trinity College, founded in 1592, is the oldest university in Ireland. Trinity College is the sole constituent college of the University. At present there are over 12,000 students and 1,200 staff members working on the College campus. Standing on a self-contained site in the heart of Dublin, the College covers some 40 acres of cobbled squares and green spaces, around buildings which represent the accumulated architectural riches of nearly three centuries. Follow these links for information on the history of the College,  virtual tour, and information on its visitor attractions including the Book of Kells.
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Q. Can you tell me more about Dublin and Ireland?

A. Dublin is the capital of Ireland. Situated on the river Liffey, its foundations lie in the Viking era. With a population of 1.2m, Dublin is a lively busy city with all the attractions of a capital. More detailed information on the city, from the perspective of a prospective student, can be found at the International Office website.
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