J.E. Cairnes School of
Business & Economics
2012 Undergraduate Degrees
www.nuigalway.ie/commerce
NUI Galway J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics
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Real Learning at NUI Galway Teaching at NUI Galway is discovery-led and our lecturers are constantly inspiring creativity in our students and challenging boundaries. Our lecturers bring the latest teaching ideas into the lecture theatre and are known for their friendly, approachable style.
Innovative Programmes
Unique student experience
Your learning environment
We are constantly updating our courses and introducing new, innovative programmes to respond to your needs and the demands of the jobs market. A degree from NUI Galway will open up a world of opportunities for you. Our graduates are highly sought-after by employers, with over 98% of graduates employed or in further study.
Here you will benefit from a truly unique student experience that only NUI Galway can offer. We provide you with a wide range of opportunities to develop your personal and social skills, alongside your degree. We have 85 student societies and over 40 clubs, as well as the chance to study Irish alongside your degree, or to volunteer in the community, so there is something for everyone!
At NUI Galway we provide real learning on our state-of-the-art campus which we are constantly developing to ensure you reach your full potential. We are currently in the middle of a â‚Ź400 million investment programme, the single largest capital development plan ever undertaken by the University. It includes our impressive new Sports Centre and state-of- the-art Student Cultural Centre which have both recently opened on campus. Page 3
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Welcome
to the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics The J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics has grown rapidly in recent years. The school now has over 2,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students spread across the disciplines of Accountancy and Finance, Economics, Management, Marketing and Business Information Systems. Our goal is to deliver high quality programmes and excellent, innovative teaching that responds to the changing needs of our students. Our mission is to provide you with a stimulating and memorable educational experience. The School has a well deserved reputation for teaching and research excellence and we offer a range of internationally recognised undergraduate degree programmes.
Facilities: Students of the School enjoy top class facilities in a modern learning environment. You will enjoy state-of-the-art computer services, wireless internet throughout the campus and numerous spacious study areas. The School also houses Friars restaurant, which serves great meals and snacks and is an ideal place to catch up with friends in between lectures and study.
Learn from the experts: Lecturers in the School are among the best in their fields. Our staff are closely linked with industry - locally, nationally and internationally which allows them to ensure that their teaching is relevant to the fast-paced business world. The media often seek out expert advice from our lecturers on topical issues in the news. Lecturers are known for their approachable nature and are always willing to give students advice and guidance whenever they can.
Innovative Teaching: Teaching methods at the School are innovative and forward thinking. Not only will you be taught through lectures and tutorials but you will also have access to the Blackboard system which will allow you to access lecture notes, submit coursework and take part in discussion
groups with your classmates. Lecturers here in the Business School also use their research capabilities to ensure that you get a unique learning experience.
Opportunities to study abroad: Some of our programmes give students the opportunity to study abroad. Studying abroad can be of immense value for both personal and academic development and here at NUI Galway we actively encourage our students to avail of opportunities to travel. There are many benefits such as improving your language skills, learning about different cultures and customs, and studying abroad also enhances your employment prospects. The University has strong links with other universities in Europe, North America, China, South Korea, Mexico, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Innovation, Creativity & Enterprise All Commerce, Commerce (International), Commerce (Accounting) and BIS students will put their business knowledge into practice in their final year, when they take a module in Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise (ICE). Led last year by Aer Arann entrepreneur, Padraig O Ceidigh, the new course involves partnering with 35 business leaders to provide opportunities for all students to engage in group-based projects requiring them to innovate in a variety of business areas, or in a community setting. These attributes are vital in the current competitive job market. Some areas studied include: r ĉFPSZ BOE QSBDUJDF PG JOOPWBUJPO JO organisations, society and the economy. r $VSSFOU UIJOLJOH BOE SFDFOU EFWFMPQments with respect to innovation. r &OUSFQSFOFVSTIJQ r *NQBDU PG JOOPWBUJPO PO JOEJWJEVBMT and society. r 3FDPHOJTJOH BOE EFWFMPQJOH PQQPStunities for innovation in response to organisational challenges. r $POOFDUJOH XJUI ZPVS JOEJWJEVBM capacity for creativity and innovation. Page 4
The overall objective of the course is to encourage students to be self-confident in their ability to be creative and innovative in whatever future business or community settings they are working in. Find out more about the ICE course at www.nuigalway.ie/commerce
“The Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise module is a big breakthrough in providing an opportunity for students to gain firsthand experience of putting theory into practice with the support and resources of the mentoring panel from the business community, and at the same time having the backing of the teaching staff in the Business School. The interesting phase is now to progress the ideas to see how realistic it is to bring them to market in a cost effective manner that will provide a return on investment.� Fiona Monaghan, General Manager, Failte Ireland West
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“NUI Galway is a key target college for us and we see high quality candidates coming through the process each year. “ Rose Mary O’Shea 4FOJPS 3FDSVJUFS )VNBO 3FTPVSDFT -FBSOJOH %FMPJĨF Page 5
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Prizes & Awards Here at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics we are continuously challenging you to achieve your potential. We have awards and prizes for students in every area of study at the School. Here are just a few:
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“Having awards and prizes as part of your course really pushes you to achieve your best in all subjects. We were delighted to win the WESTBIC Innovation Award for Enterprise Planning Project. Not only did we learn loads but it looks great on my CV and really impressed my employer when I was applying for jobs.” Conor Sweeney, B.Comm Graduate, Trainee Accountant with Deloitte.
Some of our Graduates Graduates from the School of Business and Economics at NUI Galway have gone on to become business leaders in many industries. Some examples of our well known alumni include:
Declan Kelly- Founding partner of Teneo Holdings and former US Economic Envoy to Northern Ireland. Annette Donnelly- .BOBHJOH %JSFDUPS Sony Music Ireland.
Eamon Brennan- Chief Executive, Irish Aviation Authority.
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“NUI Galway can be rightly proud of their business students. We were very impressed with the calibre of student and their state of preparedness was second to none.� Ray Cantwell, Director of Finance, Medtronic Vascular Galway Limited
Excellent Career Opportunities Many well known companies recruit students from the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics on an annual basis. Our graduates’ mix of knowledge and transferable skills makes them ideal employees for both small and large companies. NUI Galway Business Graduates are highly motivated and constantly strive for success.
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Professional Exemptions Studying at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics will allow you to seek exemption from some of the
professional exams you may go on to sit in the future. Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Commerce International students can select subjects which gain them generous exemptions from some of the professional exams of Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI), the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Irish Taxation Institute (ITI).
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Bachelor of Commerce Fact File Programme Code: %VSBUJPO Average intake .JOJNVN QPJOUT GPS FOUSZ JO
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Where the B. Comm. can take you International Experience: The B Comm can be extended from three to four years. We offer students a competitive opportunity to enhance their studies, spending one year studying abroad or one semester studying abroad along with a one semester internship. In third year students will study a range of business courses through English at an international partner university in North America, Asia or Europe, providing students with an invaluable experience and graduating with a B Comm (International Experience) degree. Students will return to NUI Galway to complete their final year.
Graduates can also go on to select from a range of postgraduate programmes in their chosen discipline at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics.
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GY201 The Bachelor of Commerce degree is a three year undergraduate programme which gives students a solid foundation in a broad range of business subjects and allows them to specialise in their chosen field in their final year. Students can specialise in Accounting, Economics, Management of Human Resources, Marketing or Management Information Systems. The programme allows students to work individually and in groups on different projects which are relevant to the ever-changing and dynamic business environment, thus developing their interpersonal skills.
Mapping Your Degree YEAR ONE: COMPULSORY MODULES
OPTIONS-choose one of the following:
Accounting
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Graduates of the B. Comm. (International) at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics are highly successful and sought after in all areas of Business. Graduates go on to work in a variety of careers including:
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Student Profile I chose the B Comm International with German at NUI Galway. Being in a global business world, having a language other than English is very important. The B. Comm. International has definitely helped me develop my language and business skills. Along with learning all the important business terms in German, I also improved my writing and spelling skills in German. The course coordinator was fantastic. She gave us so much help and advice. All the lecturers were always very approachable and helpful. Sarah Whelan – B Comm (International) 1BHF
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GY202 / GY203 / GY204 The Bachelor of Commerce (International) degree is a four year undergraduate programme which develops students’ Business and Language skills. Students gain knowledge on a broad range of business subjects as well as experiencing life in France, Germany, or Spain for one year, which gives them an invaluable insight into international business and culture. The programme allows students to work individually and in groups on different projects which are relevant to the ever-changing and dynamic business environment.
Mapping Your Degree YEAR ONE:
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COMPULSORY COURSES
COMPULSORY COURSES
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Bachelor of Commerce Accounting Fact File Programme Code: %VSBUJPO Average intake .JOJNVN QPJOUT GPS FOUSZ JO
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Where the B. Comm. (Accounting) can take you. This degree provides a gateway to a successful career in accounting, taxation, corporate finance and related professions. Many of our graduates will be recruited by Accounting firms where they will complete their training as professional accountants or tax specialists. Others will pursue graduate training opportunities in a diverse range of commercial, industrial and financial service organisations. Whether employed in practice or industry, the salaries and career prospects are excellent. Many accountants use their professional qualifications as a springboard to top management positions. There are also plenty of opportunities for post graduate study after completing the B Comm (Accounting). These include a Master of Accounting programme, which is offered at NUI Galway, or Masters programmes in Banking, Economics, Corporate Finance, Taxation and related disciplines such as proceeding into 2nd year of the LLB programme.
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GY207 The Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) is a three-year undergraduate course designed for students who have decided that they want a career in accountancy, taxation or corporate finance. Like the Bachelor of Commerce, this course gives students a foundation in business subjects, but with the advantage of a specialisation in accounting subjects at an earlier stage in the programme. This is a relatively new programme with our first graduates in 2011.
Mapping Your Degree YEAR ONE:
YEAR TWO:
COMPULSORY COURSES
COMPULSORY COURSES
CHOOSE TWO OF THE FOLLOWING:
Accounting Economics /EacnamaĂocht Management Information Systems Mathematics & Statistics for Business Business Law Introduction to Management Introduction to Marketing
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CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
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Advanced Financial Accounting
Advanced Business Law
Economics
Management Accounting II & III
Company Law I
Information Systems
Taxation I & II
Marketing
Strategic Management Accounting
Management
Business Finance II
Law
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Operations/Logistics
International Experience: The B Comm (Accounting) can be extended from three to four years. We offer students a competitive opportunity to enhance their studies, spending one year studying abroad or one semester studying abroad along with a one semester internship. In third year students will study a range of business/accounting courses through English at an international partner university in North America, Asia or Europe, providing students with an invaluable experience and graduating with a B Comm (Accounting - International Experience) degree. Students return to NUI Galway to complete their final year. 1BHF
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B.Sc. Business Information Systems Fact File Programme Code: %VSBUJPO Average intake .JOJNVN QPJOUT GPS FOUSZ JO
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Student Profile Throughout the degree you have access to superb facilities, excellent lecturers and you learn about business, economics, finance and marketing all side by side with programming, databases, enterprise systems, web design and so much more. Along with this, there is a study abroad opportunity and an internship that really boosts that employability factor when you go out for interviews. Paul O’ Flynn, B.Sc. BIS 2009, Financial Analyst, Intel
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Business Information Systems (BIS) is an EPAS accredited innovative 4-year undergraduate degree that explores the use of technology in the modern business environment. Incorporating skills development in technology, business and technology management through individual, team and virtual team project work combined with our global learning and industry engagement initiatives. The B.Sc. in BIS degree provides you with the ideal platform for a successful career in business.
Mapping Your Degree YEAR ONE: BUSINESS Principles of Microeconomics Principles of Macroeconomics Introduction to Financial Accounting Introduction to Management Accounting
TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT Business Information Systems Business Systems Analysis Information Systems Technology
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Student Profile When I left school, I was not sure what I wanted to do, so I thought it best to keep my options open. I have now started as a trainee actuary and the groundwork I have already completed on my undergraduate programme is invaluable. Noel Lawless, VHI Healthcare
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The B.Sc. in Financial Mathematics and Economics (B.Sc. in FME) programme is a four-year degree programme consisting of courses in Mathematics, Economics, Statistics/Probability, Mathematical Physics, Accounting and Business Finance and Computer Science. The aim of the programme is to equip students with expertise in quantitative subjects with a particular focus on financial economics, actuarial mathematics and statistics. For more information about the B.Sc. in Financial Mathematics and Economics, contact the 1SPHSBNNF %JSFDUPS $JBO 5XPNFZ BU DJBO UXPNFZ!OVJHBMXBZ JF PS UFM And have a look at the programme website: www.fme.nuigalway.ie
Mapping Your Degree YEAR ONE: Mathematics
Financial Management
Economics
Computer Science
Statistics & Probability
Mathematics of Finance
Mathematical Methods I
YEAR TWO: Analysis I
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Algebra
Probability
Statistical Inference
Algorithms
Intermediate Microeconomics
Intermediate Macroeconomics
Modelling, Analysis & Simulation
Introduction to Financial Economics
Mathematical Methods II
Analysis II
Applied Statistics
Actuarial Mathematics I
Metric Spaces
Topics in Microeconomic Theory
Mathematical Modelling
Topics in Macroeconomic Theory
Money & Banking
Groups I
Business Finance
Economics of Financial Markets
Annuities and Life Insurance
Topology
Financial Theory
Stochastic Processes
Non-Linear Systems
Numerical Analysis
Neural Networks
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Bachelor of Arts Public and Social Policy Fact File Programme Code: Course Level: %VSBUJPO Average intake .JOJNVN QPJOUT GPS FOUSZ JO
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Public policy is the aspect of government which concerns most people. It can be seen as the formal stated decisions of government bodies. The study of policy is concerned with how policy is initiated, formulated and implemented, and how the policy process could be improved. Social policy relates to policy activities which concern the role of the state in relation to the welfare of its citizens. This programme aims to provide students with a detailed understanding of the sources of public and social policy, and the implications of that policy for social institutions, individuals and the political system. It draws on key elements of legal, social, political and economic theory, and provides students with a clear understanding of the functioning of legal, political and economic systems. Students should utilise and apply the understandings gained in an analysis of issues arising in an Irish and European context. In final year students take some optional courses from all three disciplines, Economics, Law, and Sociological and Political Studies. They develop specialisations in their chosen policy areas, including health, crime, family, environment, housing, human rights, social inclusion and other areas.
Student Profile I chose this degree because it allowed me to study law, economics, political science and sociology, subject areas that are all important for understanding public and social policy. There was regular continuous assessment throughout the course which helped me to keep on top of the workload, and there is a wide range of further study and career opportunities for graduates. Georgina Willing, BA (Public and 4PDJBM 1PMJDZ (SBEVBUF 1BHF
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Some students have availed of Erasmus opportunities in universities in Malta, Belgium and the Netherlands.
This degree provides a solid, innovative, and attractive educational foundation in the policy-making process and will open up career possibilities in central and local government, the EU, nongovernmental organisations and other bodies involved in the policy process. It provides students with a foundation with which to pursue further study, in the areas of Law, Economics, Sociology, Politics, Journalism, Computing, $PNNVOJUZ %FWFMPQNFOU 4PDJBM 8PSL 5FBDIJOH )VNBO 3FMBUJPOT #VTJOFTT BOE Public and Social Policy. Graduates wishing to pursue a career in law may be admitted to the full law degree, the LLB, and be exempted from first year, leaving two years to complete.
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