Overview

The MSc in Business Economics may be taken full-time over 12 months or part-time over 24 months from the date of first registration for the programme.

The programme for the degree of MSc consists of two parts. Part I consists of a combination of examinations and coursework in a set of specified taught modules to the value of 60 credits. Part II consists of writing a Business Economics Report and Video Presentation (EC6618) to the value of 30 credits.

Students must present all elements of assessment by the third Friday in August in the academic year, following completion of the MSc Part I.

Programme Requirements

For information about modules, module choice, options and credit weightings, please go to Programme Requirements. 

Programme Requirements

Examinations

Full details and regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards Book and for each module in the Book of Modules.

Programme Learning Outcomes

Programme Learning Outcomes for MSc (Business Economics) (NFQ Level 9, Major Award)

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Communicate and work effectively to a high professional standard;
• Demonstrate advanced analytical and problem solving skills associated with effective practice;
• Engage in advanced application of frameworks and techniques in organisational settings;
• Conduct independent quality research using relevant business techniques;
• Develop self-awareness and reflective capacity to design and assess own learning goals and needs and your core values as business economics postgraduates to be a responsible business leader and an independent and creative thinker.