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International Management (CEMS)

MSc (NFQ Level 9)
Sustainable Development Goals

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

Duration:
1 Year
Attendance:
Full Time
Delivery:
On Campus
NFQ Level:
9 (90 credits)
Level:
Graduate Taught
Award:
Master of Science
Next Intake:
September
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
Visit the UCD Global Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage.
Other School Leaving Requirements:
See www.ucd.ie/admissions
Curricular information is subject to change.

This exceptional dual degree programme is exclusively available at UCD Smurfit School, awarding an MSc in International Management and a Masters in International Management (MIM) from CEMS.  This programme is targeted at graduates with a business/economics background, fluency in English and another language (plus a third language at a beginner level to be developed through the year), excellent interpersonal skills, as well as the ambition to become international business managers and leaders.

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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About This Course

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
BMGT45280 Internship (CEMS) Summer  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
SBUS45440 Business Research Insights Summer  20
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Students must complete SBUS45930 Study Abroad OR core module BMGT43510 plus two option modules (30 credits total)
BMGT43510 Global Strategy Autumn  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Students must complete SBUS45930 Study Abroad OR core module BMGT43510 plus two option modules (30 credits total)
BMGT43600 Managing the negotiation proce Autumn  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Students must complete SBUS45930 Study Abroad OR core module BMGT43510 plus two option modules (30 credits total)
FIN42200 Sustainable Finance (CEMS) Autumn  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Students must complete SBUS45930 Study Abroad OR core module BMGT43510 plus two option modules (30 credits total)
MKT46090 Big Data Analytics Autumn  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Students must complete SBUS45930 Study Abroad OR core module BMGT43510 plus two option modules (30 credits total)
SBUS45930 CEMS Study Abroad Autumn and Spring (separate)  30
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 1 of:
Students must complete SBUS45930 CEMS Study Abroad OR two core modules MKT42450 and BMGT45320 plus one option module (30 credits total)
SBUS45930 CEMS Study Abroad Autumn and Spring (separate)  30
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 1 of:
Students must complete SBUS45930 CEMS Study Abroad OR two core modules MKT42450 and BMGT45320 plus one option module (30 credits total)
BMGT45320 Global Leadership Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 1 of:
Students must complete SBUS45930 CEMS Study Abroad OR two core modules MKT42450 and BMGT45320 plus one option module (30 credits total)
FIN42310 Renewable Energy Finance Spring  10
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 1 of:
Students must complete SBUS45930 CEMS Study Abroad OR two core modules MKT42450 and BMGT45320 plus one option module (30 credits total)
HRM40950 Climate Change & Business Sust Spring  10
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 1 of:
Students must complete SBUS45930 CEMS Study Abroad OR two core modules MKT42450 and BMGT45320 plus one option module (30 credits total)
MKT42450 CEMS Business Project Spring  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

International Management (CEMS) (B743) Full Time
EU          fee per year - € 17750 bc
nonEU    fee per year - € 26180 bc

bcFull Programme Fee for MSc International Management charged to First Year 2026/27 Entry students only.
***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 International Management (CEMS):

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B743
International Management (CEMS)
Master of Science

Full-Time
Commencing September 2026
Graduate Taught
* you can change options at the top of the page