MSc in Management and Leadership
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72% fee subsidy funding is available from Dundalk Skillnet for eligible participants. For advice on eligibility please contact Aidan Callan at Dundalk Skillnet via [email protected] or see the fees section below. This programme is funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union |
Course Overview
This is a 3- year part-time MSc in Management and Leadership designed to support aspiring managers to develop core managerial skills empowering them to work as effective professional and competent managers in their chosen industry. The programme is unique to the northeast region and will be delivered in small learner groups to create a collaborative learning experience.
Delivered in 3 years as follows;
Y1: Certificate in Management
Y2: Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Management and Leadership
Y3: Master of Science in Management and Leadership
The programme is designed to enhance the managerial capabilities of industry practitioners and future managers, enabling them to progress in their current organisations or pivot to a managerial role within a different industry.
Course Delivery and Modules
The block format is designed to prevent silo-style learning and promote both integrated and sequential skill acquisition. Accordingly, learners are continuously encouraged to a) apply and contextualise their learning to their own unique industry/organisational setting, and b) to adopt a strategic perspective on their own management and leadership practice.
Classes take place on one-evening per week (Tuesday 3 hours) over two semesters between September and May. the on-campus sessions are supplemented with an online tutorial session (Thursday evening, 1 hour).
In addition to traditional lectures, the programme includes webinars, industry speakers and discussion forums.
3 hours on campus + 1 hour online
Dates:
- Certificate in Management - September 2026- May 2027
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Management and Leadership- September 2027- May 2028
- Master of Science in Management and Leadership- September 2028- September 2029.
Management perspectives and practices
Exploring management
Managing people and organisations
Managing financial resources and performance
Managing marketing
Operations management
Leadership in practice
Leadership theory and practice
Entrepreneurial leadership
Building and leading teams
Coaching, mentoring and resilience building
Strategic planning
Strategy implementation and evaluation
Adding value and making a difference- Industry research project
Research methods and modules
Data collection
Data analysis
Developing a research portfolio
Industry research project
Fees and Funding
The course fee is €2,500 per year payable as follows:
- Instalment 1: €200 (non-refundable) is payable to confirm your acceptance of a course place.
- Instalment 2: €1050 is payable by the end of October of the academic year.
- Instalment 3: €1,250 is payable by the end of February of the academic year.
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Skillnet Funding
If you qualify for Dundalk Skillnet funding the fee is €695 per year (i.e. approx. 72% grant support). Qualifying criteria:
- Must be in part-time/full-time employment
- Employer must be based in ROI
Skillnet funded participants must pay the full cost before the programme commences
For advice on eligibility please contact Aidan Callan, Dundalk Skillnet via [email protected]
Fees
Entry requirements
Applicants should:
- Have a 2.2 honours degree (level 8) in any discipline.
- Be passionate about management and leadership
- Be available to commit to the hybrid delivery of the programme on a part-time basis
This is an inclusive programme and we particularly welcome applications from disadvantaged or marginalised groups.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
With Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), prior learning is formally valued. It is a means by which prior learning is identified, assessed, and recognised by an educational institution as part of its programmes, courses, and/or modules on Ireland’s National Framework of Qualifications. This makes it possible for an individual to build on learning achieved and to be rewarded for it.
Applicants who have reached the age of 23 years by 1st January of the year in which they wish to commence the programme, but who do not possess the education requirements, may still apply to register for the course. The Programme Team will consider such applications on a case-by-case basis. Given that this programme is specifically targeted at Industry, special consideration will be given to candidates’ work experience.
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Disclaimer: All module titles are subject to change and for indicative purposes only. All courses are delivered subject to demand and timetables are subject to change. Elective Module options will only run subject to student numbers. The relevant Department will determine the viability of each elective module option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose that option. Students will be offered alternative elective modules on their programme should their preferred elective option not be proceeding. Award Options for Common Entry Programmes: The relevant Department will determine the viability of each award option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose either option. If the numbers for one of the Award options exceed available places, students for this option will be selected based on Academic Merit (highest grades).