Overview
Course Overview
Develop the strategic, cultural and leadership capability to work internationally. The MSc in International Management is a 12-month, full-time, on-campus programme for recent business graduates seeking broad international business expertise.
Explore global strategy, cross-cultural management, leadership and corporate responsibility within an international class. A residency week in Spain enables you to examine how organisations operate across markets, cultures and institutional contexts.
Bring your learning together through an applied International Consultancy Project addressing a real company challenge.
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Find details on the curriculum, admissions, fees, the programme brochure and upcoming admissions events.
Is This Course for Me
This programme is suited to graduates with a business, commerce, economics or closely related undergraduate degree, typically with little or no full-time professional experience. It appeals to applicants seeking global exposure and practical consultancy experience.
Trinity Business School: More than a Degree
Study at a triple-accredited business school in the heart of Dublin. At Trinity Business School, you will combine academic learning with insights from professional practice and become part of an international business school community. Our mission is to develop graduates who can shape and transform business for good.
Career Opportunities
Potential pathways include international management, consulting, strategy, business development, sales and global operations. Relevant sectors include consulting, technology, financial services, consumer business, telecommunications and multinational organisations.
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Course Structure
Study global strategy, cross-cultural management, leadership and corporate responsibility, with electives in finance, marketing, sales, analytics, logistics and supply chain management. The programme includes an international residency week and a team consultancy project.
Course Content
Core modules: Strategy and Global Business; International Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability; International Cross-Cultural Management; Complete Leadership and Strategy in International Businesses; International Management in Context: International Residency Week.
Elective options: Global Brand Management; International Marketing; Global Supply Chain Management; Applied International Strategy; International Sales; International Money; International Finance; Data Analytics and AI; International Logistics.
Final project: International Consultancy Project. Work in a team on a real organisational challenge, applying knowledge from across the programme.
Study International Management (M.Sc.) at Trinity
This International Management (M.Sc.) programme is designed for those in their early career who have an undergraduate degree in business or a related discipline. We focus on developing young managers who want to pursue international careers.
Course Details
Awards
NFQ Level 9Number of Places
70 PlacesNext Intake
September 2027
Course Director
Dr Paul Ryan
Closing Date
31 July 2027

Admission Requirements
Applicants should hold a minimum 2.1 honours degree or international equivalent. Applicants should have a business, commerce, economics or closely related undergraduate degree.
Provide two academic referees. Applicants with work experience may provide one academic and one professional referee. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
English Language Requirements
All applicants to Trinity are required to provide official evidence of proficiency in the English language. Applicants to this course are required to meet Band C (Higher Entry) English language requirements. For more details of qualifications that meet Band C, see the English Language Requirements page here.
Course Fees
For a full list of postgraduate fees, click here.
Apply
To apply to this course, click on the relevant Apply Link below. Please note that places on the course may fill before the application deadline, so early application is encouraged. Eligible applicants may be added to a waitlist if all places are currently filled.
Get in Touch
Our MSc Admissions team can answer questions about programme choice, eligibility and the application process.
Email business.masters@tcd.ie
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This course has broadened more than just my knowledge - it challenged how I think, collaborate and lead! The real-world projects and global perspective gave me the tools to pursue roles across borders and were a springboard for my next steps in my career in the business world.
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