Executive MBA J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics
Expand Your World
Welcome from the Director The decision to study a Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a critical one given the financial and personal investment involved. The NUI Galway Executive MBA recently attained AMBA accreditation which is the global mark of excellence for MBA education. The NUI Galway Executive MBA integrates an academically rigorous and challenging real-world business education. The programme is industry-led and globally-focused providing you with the knowledge, transferable skills and confidence required for innovative and effective management and leadership. Graduates of the NUI Galway Executive MBA have significantly advanced their careers with many being promoted, starting their own business, or changing careers after completing the programme. Features such as a bespoke MBA career and professional development programme, research-led teaching by key faculty with real-world business experience and international research reputations, a dedicated Executive MBA Masterclass series, an individual mentoring programme with top business leaders, and an international study trip to one of the leading international business schools give the NUI Galway Executive MBA a distinctive competitive advantage. Dedicated top-class teaching, learning and research resources are provided for MBA students at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics at NUI Galway. Our small class sizes and lecturers who are leading experts in their field result in greater one-to-one attention and an excellent learning experience. Investing in an Executive MBA is a very important decision. The Executive MBA at NUI Galway will provide an excellent return on investment resulting in increased confidence, competence and capability to accelerate your career. Dr Alma McCarthy Executive MBA Programme Director
MBA ALL-IRELAND
STRATEGY CHAMPIONS
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NUI Galway Executive MBA 2014-16
The Value of the Executive MBA The Executive MBA is a general management programme which enhances and develops business and management capabilities and prepares students for strategic leadership roles. The programme places an emphasis on strategic decision making and develops practical and professional skills for success in increasingly complex environments. The Executive MBA: • Develops managerial knowledge and skills that have immediate applicability to your work and business context • Provides participants with a rigorous and analytical approach to decision making • Provides an opportunity to meet like-minded, ambitious executives from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences • Challenges participants to think differently • Expands the career choice and earning potential of participants
Our managers who have completed the NUI Galway Executive MBA maximised the opportunity to understand how others from different sectors (private and public) and different industries with different skills sets and mindsets approach and deal with situations. It has broadened their thinking and ability to deal with complex situations. Patrick Farrell Head of Private Banking, Ulster Bank
The NUI Galway Executive MBA The Executive MBA at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics is one of the leading MBA programmes in the country and the only programme to attain AMBA accreditation outside of Dublin. The programme is taught part-time over a two year period. The following are some of the distinguishing features of our MBA: • Real-world learning including company-based consultancy projects • Community-based learning in charitable and voluntary organisations providing opportunities for learning through civic engagement • Research-led teaching by key faculty with real-world business experience and international research reputations • Continuing personal and professional development tailored to each student with one-to-one coaching and mentoring from top business leaders • MBA Masterclass Series featuring leading international academic and business experts • Flexibility to tailor the programme to your requirements • Small classes that allow for rich staff-student interaction • State-of-the art facilities including a purpose-built Executive MBA room • Networking opportunities with the MBA Alumni Association • Proven track record in career advancement and change • Exceptional return on investment 02
Features of the Executive MBA 2014-2016 Integrated Curriculum delivered by Experts
MBA Masterclass Series
The NUI Galway MBA curriculum integrates learning across all functional areas of business including finance, management, marketing, accounting, operations, and business information systems. There is a particular focus on the development of interpersonal and leadership skills throughout the programme. The core and elective modules are delivered by key academic faculty who are experts in their field and who engage in high quality research-led teaching.
A bespoke MBA Masterclass series provides expert input from leading national and international industry, business and political leaders in areas such as entrepreneurship and innovation, corporate finance, social media marketing and key national and international economic policy issues.
Career, Personal and Professional Development
Organisations now operate in a global environment and it is important to understand different perspectives and experiences in an international context. The study trip will give students the opportunity to visit businesses, attend lectures and workshops, and interact with business leaders in an international context. This optional study visit will take place in June of Year One and is most likely to take place in the United States.
Career, personal and professional development is an integral part of the NUI Galway MBA programme. Throughout the programme, career coaches and mentors will be available to work one-to-one with students assisting them with their personal and professional development. Students also receive accredited psychometric leadership profiling reports.
International Study Visit
I chose the NUI Galway Executive MBA because I wanted to broaden my experience so that I could contribute strategically at a company-wide level. The NUI Galway programme also provided a strong international context and has given me a much deeper perspective on management strategy and leadership challenges. The class interaction and peer-to-peer learning was invaluable due to the diverse backgrounds and experience of the group. Edel Jordan Communications Manager, DeCare Dental Insurance
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MBA class international study visit, Fordham University, NYC June 2013
NUI Galway Executive MBA 2014-16
Executive MBA Curriculum Year One Semester One
Semester Two
Summer ( June)*
• Accounting for Managers
• Human Resource Management
• International Study Visit
• Management and Organisation
• Enterprise Architecture Management
• Business Negotiations
• Markets and Marketing
• Taxation
• Financial Management
• Strategic Sales Management
• Economics and the Business Environment • Business Information Systems
• International Management
• Technology Management • Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Enterprise • Corporate and Commercial Law
* Students choose two electives at NUI Galway or University of Limerick. Electives offered are determined by the interest of students and availability of lecturing staff.
Year Two Semester One
Semester Two
• Strategic Management
• Leadership and Change
• Performance Management, Ethics and Governance One elective from list which may include*: One elective from list which may include*:
• Law and Policy Relating to Business Enterprise
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Information Systems Innovation
• Strategic Marketing
• Services Marketing
• Irish Economic Policy
• Corporate Financial Management
Company-based Interdisciplinary Consultancy Study *Electives offered are determined by the interest of students and availability of lecturing staff.
Class Schedule (Year One) Semester One
Semester Two
• 12 & 13 September 2014 (Induction)
• 15 - 17 January 2015
• 18 - 20 September 2014
• 5 - 7 February 2015
• 2 - 4 October 2014
• 26 - 28 February 2015
• 16 - 18 October 2014
• 12 - 14 March 2015
• 6 - 8 November 2014
• 26 - 28 March 2015
Summer June 2015 - TBA
• 27 - 29 November 2014 Exam period: 8 - 19 December 2014
Exam period: 27 April - 13 May 2015
Year Two dates to be advised. Students will attend classes from 9am to 6pm for a three-day period about five times each semester. There is no summer term for Year Two.
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The NUI Galway Executive MBA has greatly enhanced my analytical and strategic thinking skills and has provided me with an excellent understanding of the business world. A good balance was reached with regard to gaining an understanding of both the public and private sectors. The final interdisciplinary consultancy project has been for me the flagship, whereby all previous learning makes better sense. The breadth and variety of modules were impressive. Treasa Kirk, Senior Inspector, Department of Education & Skills
The NUI Galway Executive MBA and Your Career The Executive MBA represents a common factor in the careers of many successful managers in large multinational companies, SMEs, government agencies, NGOs, professional consultancies, and arts organisations. Executive MBA graduates from NUI Galway are employed by leading organisations in both the private and public sector in a variety of different industries. Employers include: Alkermes, AIB, An Post, Bank of Ireland, Bord Gรกis, Boston Scientific, C&D Foods, Cancer Care West, Creganna-Tactx Medical, Department of Education and Skills, Dycon Ltd., Glanbia, Hewlett Packard, Hollister, HSE, Medtronic, mykidstime.ie, Nokia Siemens, O2, The City Bin Co., Thermo King, VHI, and Transitions Optical.
I selected the NUI Galway Executive MBA programme because it offered me the opportunity to continue with my career and embark on my MBA education at the same time. This provided me the opportunity to apply the learning in my organisation almost simultaneously. The programme also offers access to a network of MBA students, alumni, faculty, and business leaders both local and international. Overall it has been a very positive experience. Tony McCarthy, Senior Manager, Medtronic 05
NUI Galway Executive MBA 2014-16
Application Requirements Entry to the Executive MBA is open to graduates who have at least three years of relevant administrative or business experience. Individuals who have professional qualifications recognised by the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics as being equivalent to a primary degree may also be considered for admission.
Candidates are required to submit the following:
Applications from non-graduates who have a minimum of five years business or administrative experience may be considered for the Postgraduate Diploma in Management, which is equivalent to the first year of the Executive MBA programme. Candidates who successfully complete the Postgraduate Diploma programme are eligible for admission to the second year of the Executive MBA.
• CV (maximum 3 pages)
All applicants must attend an interview, after which successful candidates are chosen. Applicants may also be required to have a satisfactory GMAT score.
Applications are now being received and will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the programme is filled. Early application is advised.
How do I apply? Applications for both the Executive MBA and Postgraduate Diploma are made online via the Postgraduate Applications Centre (www.pac.ie): Executive MBA - (GYC16) Postgraduate Diploma in Management - (GYC17)
• Application form including references and education history • Personal statement outlining how the Executive MBA fits into your career objectives
•O ther supporting documentation including, but not limited to, university transcripts and birth certificate
When are the applications due?
How much does it cost? €13,850 per annum for EU students. EU students have the option of paying their fees in two equal instalments in September and January each academic year. There is an additional charge for those wishing to partake in the international study trip elective during summer of Year One. The MBA at NUI Galway is an approved programme for the tuition fees tax relief scheme where eligible applicants can claim 20% tax relief capped at a value of €1,000. Please contact your financial adviser for further information.
The two years was an intense study challenge but it was worth it. There was a great mix of people with diverse backgrounds in the class, and it was interesting to learn from their experiences. It gives me great pleasure to see that I can use the knowledge I gained during the course in my everyday work. Tiina Roytio, Head of Software Procurement, Nokia Siemens Networks, Munich, Germany 06
www.cairnes.nuigalway.ie/mba Dr Alma McCarthy Executive MBA Programme Director
J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics National University of Ireland, Galway +353 (0)91 492 846 alma.mccarthy@nuigalway.ie
Emma Brinton Executive MBA Programme Administrator
J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics National University of Ireland, Galway +353 (0)91 495 066 emma.brinton@nuigalway.ie