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MSc in Marketing - part time
Programme Overview
The MSc in Marketing has been specifically designed with the needs of current and future marketing professionals and managers in mind. The programme will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the key foundations of the marketing discipline as well as providing you with a detailed understanding of the marketplace. In addition you will learn how to apply the latest marketing theory and practice in an increasingly complex trading environment. The course will cover core marketing disciplines such as integrated communications, consumer behaviour, strategic marketing management and international marketing. You will be afforded an opportunity to specialise in particular marketing themes which include brand management, entrepreneurship and digital marketing.
Note: The college is also offering a full time version of this programme.
Who is the Masters in Marketing course for?
The programme is aimed at those seeking to advance their studies and/or professional career in marketing and its related fields.
Faculty Profile
Michael Bane - Course Director - “The MSc Marketing
has been specifically
developed for aspiring
managers seeking to
embark on a career in
marketing management.
The programme marries
the latest academic
thinking to essential
practical skills and
strategic thinking.
Contemporary marketers
require these skills
dealing with the full remit
of their organisational
responsibilities from brand
management to devising
legal and financial policy
to digital environment
management and
e-business.”
Duration
2 years. 5 semesters. 4 taught semesters and a final semester dissertation.
You can also study this course on a modular study basis.
Schedule
Monday and Wednesday evenings and some Saturday workshops.
Entry Requirements
Applicants are required to hold a minimum of a level 8 qualification in a cognate discipline (i.e. an honours business related degree) or equivalent on the National Framework of Qualifications. The college operates a Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) scheme meaning nongraduates with very extensive professional experience and/or other prior qualifications may also be considered for the programme.
Award
The Master of Science in Marketing programme is awarded by QQI at level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications. This award will allow transfer to level 9 research degrees and in some cases progression to taught doctoral programmes at level 10 on the NFQ.
Programme Fee
Course Fee Listing. Fees include tuition, registration assessment and capitation fees (Fees revised annually).
You can spread the cost of fees with our direct debit plan.
Modules
For more information on the subjects taught on this course view our module descriptors.
Start Date
Monday 16th September 2013
Programme Location
IFSC Campus
