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Marketing & Retail Innovation

MSc (NFQ Level 9)
Sustainable Development Goals

This course is available through the following application route(s)

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Inspired by the creativity, innovation and the relentless pace of change within retailing, our faculty have worked closely with industry leaders to create the unique MSc in Marketing and Retail Innovation.  The programme addresses vital industry needs, blending essential marketing expertise with customer-focused retail innovation, where relentless change demands agile creative responses.

This Master's programme is delivered at our dedicated Graduate Business School campus, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, located in Blackrock, 4km from the main UCD Belfield Campus.

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Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules
MKT46130 Consumer Behavior Autumn  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MKT46140 Omnichannel Mkt Communications Autumn  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MKT46150 Consumer Insights & Analytics Autumn  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MKT46320 Strategic Marketing Management Autumn  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
BMGT43290 Building Sustainable Supply Chain Advantage Spring  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MKT46160 Pricing Spring  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MKT46190 Digital Retailing Spring  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MKT46210 Neuromarketing & AI Spring  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MKT46240 Advanced Analytics & Big Data Summer  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MKT46280 Customer Experience Management Summer  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MKT46340 Retail Project Summer  15

UCD is strongly committed to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), embedding sustainability in teaching, research, operations, and community engagement. Sustainability principles are integrated into this programme, ensuring students graduate equipped to address global challenges. UCD’s leadership in this area is internationally recognised, ranking 49th globally and 1st in Ireland in the QS World University Rankings for Sustainability 2024. UCD also leads impactful research in areas such as climate action, clean energy, and social equity, supported by a comprehensive Sustainability Strategy focused on reducing emissions, enhancing biodiversity, and fostering a sustainable campus culture.

Here are the SDGs which align more visibly with this programme:

SDG5 SDG8 SDG9 SDG 12

MSc Marketing & Retail Innovation (B658) Full Time
EU          fee per year - € 16150 ba
nonEU    fee per year - € 23170 ba

ba"Continuation fees apply Where a student fails to complete their programme in the prescribed time a continuation fee will apply to modules carried in subsequent years."
***Fees are subject to change

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: Yes


General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to Marketing & Retail Innovation:

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B658
Marketing & Retail Innovation
Master of Science

Full-Time
Commencing September 2025
Graduate Taught
UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
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