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Accessibility & LanguageMSc (International Management)
College of Business, Public Policy & Law, J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics
Course Code: MSC-IMGT
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Course Overview
The award-winning MSc in International Management is a one-year taught programme that provides students with in-depth knowledge and expertise in the principles and application of international business and management. The programme aspires to develop the student’s ‘global mindset’ by developing cultural awareness, sensitivity and curiosity around global industrial systems, international business models, geopolitics, global finance and worldwide societal norms and changes. We have designed the programme so that students can combine core subjects with choices from a range of optional modules that will allow them to customise and gear their masters towards their own particular focused career path. This personalisation of the master’s offers students an opportunity to tailor the programme to suit their interests and ambitions.
It covers the various functional areas of management from an international context e.g. International Business, International HRM, International Supply Chain, International Entrepreneurship, Global Strategy and Global Marketing.
International Seminar Week
The students on the MSc in International Management undertake a trip abroad to a partner university during which they visit local multinational firms. Designed to broaden students' understanding of international business through hands-on learning in a foreign country, the international seminar week is one of the most exciting and memorable aspects of the MSc in International Management programme.
In 2024 students visited FIU Business School in Florida. They kicked off the week with presentations from academics and entrepreneurs in the field of International Business. Following that they had the pleasure of visiting a wide range of globally focused organisations including Interport Logistics, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines Innovation Lab, Global logistics firm WDTC, The International Trade Commission and OldCastle APG CRH
The class of 2020-2021 just after they submitted their final capstone team consulting report
On completion of the programme you will be able to:
- Solve business, policy and societal problems within a global context.
- Make a positive societal impact through critical thinking, innovation, and collaboration.
- Identify, analyse and solve applied problems in individual and team-based settings.
- Examine and critically evaluate the challenges of doing business across national boundaries from the perspective of an individual manager, or organisation.
- Apply knowledge, understanding and competency in a broad range of cross-disciplinary internationally focused fields using theories, concepts and frameworks relevant to contemporary international management.
- Critically evaluate and apply tools, techniques or different methodological approaches to investigate pertinent questions, scenarios or cases in an international management context.
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Higher Education Awards 2019
Winner of Gradireland Postgraduate Course of the Year Business, Finance & Management 2019
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AACSB is the longest-serving global accrediting body for business schools, and the largest business education network connecting students, educators, and businesses worldwide
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What Our Students Say
William Fouéré | Project Coordinator at Inceptua Berlin
Having been born in Ireland yet spending most of my third level education abroad, I was very keen to come back to Galway to finish my studies. With globalisation becoming mainstream, International Management aligned perfectly with my aspirations to work internationally. Its modules were diverse enough to cover multiple aspects of management including HR, finance, and management. The mix of theory-heavy and applied modules made the course more interesting allowing me to gain valuable insights into the business world and make some amazing contacts for the future. I opted for the trip to Toulouse which was offered and I found very interesting. The aspect of my Masters that I will take away with me is the people I met during the course, both the lecturers and course director along with my fellow students. Although the class comprised of many different nationalities, there was a sense of pure friendship between each individual where everyone helped each other. Overall, I believe this Masters has been a wonderful and enlightening experience that has prepared me for my future career in management.
Basant Kumar | Product Analyst Fidelity Investments
Change is the only constant, with that in my mind I wanted to experience something different after serving 4 years in IT industry. I wanted to come out of my comfort zone and was looking for a course which could be aligned with my past experience. The field of management has always been attracting me but I wasn't sure which domain. MSc. International Management provided me the glimpse of all the managerial fields which helped me understand and decide my calling. On top of that Ireland is really warm, rich and accepting country with Galway being cultural hub and the global presence of University of Galway my academic experience was amazing.
Ruthradevi Karunanithi | Senior Site Reliability Engineer
With my 6 years of experience in the field of IT, I was aspiring to become a part of management which intrigued me to pursue Masters in International Management. All my internet researches landed me onto Ireland as the best place to do Masters. I chose Galway for International Management as it is the award-winning program and it has almost all the functional areas of management. Not only with the course, there are many extracurricular activities, personality and career development skills made available by the university. There are professors who are there for you to guide you through and they are easily approachable and extremely helpful when proceeding further with the career growth.
Akriti Sharma | Senior Business Consultant at Fidelity Investments
The MSc (International Management) has helped me set a clear direction for my career and attain a role in a leading tech organization (TradeIX) as a Business Analyst.
Chinedu Raphael | Program Manager at Quora
I liked how the course allowed me to gain a good understanding of international management and global business from a practical point of view. The international Business simulation trip gave me first-hand practical experience on how to do business and was a very important part of the whole course.
Anish Umarjikar | Senior EDI Engineer at Infineon Technologies
Quality education, cultural diversity, and global presence are the reasons why I chose University of Galway. I haven’t been happier in my educational life!
Patricia A. Akudjedu | Finance Assistant Manager at Commission Apostolic Trust Ltd
My time as an International student studying outside of my home country (Ghana) for the first time, has been a period of intellectual, professional and socio-cultural transformation. Not only did the MSc. International Management programme help me gain analytical research skills and in-depth knowledge and expertise in the principles and application of business and management models from a global perspective but more importantly, it helped me experience new cultures. Being part of culturally diverse groups helped me gain cross-cultural and inter-cultural skills.
Clare Garrity | Business Operations Lead Canny
Choosing this course was a no-brainer, as the MSc in International Management was voted best business postgraduate course in Ireland in 2013. I would definitely recommend this Conversion Course. Coming from a Science background I was worried about being out of my depth, however I found the material really easy to understand (if you put your mind to it!). The lecturers are very approachable and I really felt like I got a good grasp on the material. Our international trip was another enticing factor, however even without this element I would still highly recommend this course to anyone considering furthering their business studies, or who wants to jump into the deep end and immerse themselves in international management.
Deborah Mireles | Teaching Staff at University of Galway
In 2016, I completed a master’s degree in International Management. This course was a perfect balance between theory and practice and allowed me to deeply immerse myself in the international business world. Moreover, I learnt how to work in a culturally diverse environment as there were around seven different nationalities in our class. Not only did I gain valuable knowledge for my future career, but I was left with friendships that I will treasure forever.
Rahul Dewan | Global Operations Manager - Accounts Payable, Wayfair
Having had a few years of work experience, I was looking for a course that would create a steppingstone to take me to the next level in my career. The course that I chose was exceptional with a varied subject curriculum from Strategic Management to International Human Resource Management to Financial Management. It educates one about various managerial aspects in a cross-cultural environment. The IM course at University of Galway has helped me to develop key employability skills applicable in Ireland, such as critical thinking, analytical mindset and dealing with ambiguous data on a regular basis. Additionally, the teaching staff are always there to help you evolve with the continuous support they offer, while the university itself lets you develop a multi-dimensional personality through participation in various student communities like the Students Union.
Sheila Kearney | Large Enterprise Account Exec, Sprinklr
The MSc in International Management programme was an ideal choice for me in pursuing a global career. The practical elements of the course gave me genuine exposure to the international business environment, and proved fundamental in securing employment with a US technology company in the early phases of its international expansion. The guidance provided by the faculty is superb and the small class sizes facilitate interaction and a great class dynamic.
Oisin Molloy | Manager | People Consulting | EY
Coming from a non-business background, I wanted to find a reputable course that facilitated for the transition into the business sphere by encompassing as many areas of international business as possible. The M.Sc. in International Management more than catered for this need, boasting a prospectus of modules covering the entire breadth of international business; from macro-economics and international corporate finance to international marketing, human resources and innovation management. The M.Sc. in International Management gave me an excellent foundation in both the theory and practicalities of modern, global business and ensured a successful career conversion in the space of twelve, short months
Darryl Durham | Contract Analyst II, ICON plc
The programme at University of Galway provided me with a global perspective of culture from the business standpoint of international affairs. The MSc International Management Program at University of Galway provided me with the foundation to build a successful path to where I am today. It not only prepared me for the workforce, but also prepared me with the hands-on experience I needed to progress in my career. I am proudly an essential part of a Fortune-500, multi-dimensional, international company, and I give credit to my time and experiences in Ireland and University of Galway
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