MBS (Electronic Commerce)
J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics
Key facts
Entry requirements
Minimum requirements are a Second Class Honours business degree (level 8). Applicants without such a degree but with relevant experience may be eligible to apply in accordance with the University’s guidelines on the Recognition of Prior Learning.
Duration:
2 years, full-time
Next start date: September 2012
ECTS weighting: 120
Average intake: 30 (25 E.U.; 5 non-E.U.)
Closing date: Please refer to the offer rounds/closing date webpage.
Course overview
The MBS (Electronic Commerce) is an innovative postgraduate programme that combines business management, technological skills and a graduate professional experience programme. Participants develop a comprehensive portfolio of business and analytical skills and also develop extensive technical expertise. The opportunity to observe the practical applications of these skills and knowledge is provided in the second year through the graduate professional experience programme.
The aim of the programme is to equip students with the range of technical and business skills needed to implement and manage e-commerce solutions in a business environment. Students gain practical knowledge of business systems analysis and design; project management; database design; applications development; internet and multimedia development; and business policy. Specialised aspects are also covered, including: human-computer interaction, information systems security, business analytics and decision support systems, electronic commerce strategy and IS innovation.
The course is a full-time degree which commences in September and continues for two academic years. In Year 1 of the programme students take six courses each semester. Students are assessed at the end of each semester in Year 1, either by exam, continuous assessment or a combination of both.
In Year 2 students commence their placement in industry. Placement durations range from a minimum of 6 months to a maximum of 12 months. During the second year students also complete a group research project. Students attend the university for a number of days during the second academic year to obtain the skills required to conduct research. The group research project is submitted at the end of Year 2.
Course outline
• Web Design and Development
• Interactive Systems Design
• Systems Development and Project Management
• Database Systems
• Business Applications Programming
• Applied Systems Analysis
Business Strategy and Policy Modules
• Electronic Commerce Strategy
• Business Policy
• Information Systems Innovation
• Decision Systems and Business Analytics
Elective Modules
• Information Systems Security and Ethics
• Advanced Applications Programming
Research Modules
• Research Skills 1
• Research Skills 2
• Group Research Project
Applications and selections
Selection criteria: all applicants whose first language is not English or who have not been educated through the medium of the English language during their two most recent years of study must present one of the following qualifications in the English language: IELTS score of 6.5, TOEFL (paper based) score of 580, TOEFL (computer based) score of 240, or TOEFL (internet based) score of 92.
Who teaches this course?
Mr. Chris Barry
Dr. Kieran Conboy
Mr. Seamus Hill
Ms. Mairéad Hogan
Mr. Brent Kelly
Dr. Michael Lang
Dr. Orla McHugh
Mr. Mike Moroney
Dr. Anatoli Nachev
Dr. Christopher Duke
Requirements and assessment
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PAC code
GYC03
Fees for this course
EU (Total): €2,750
- Student levy: €224
Non-EU (Total): €13,250
Current students
Marie McCann – 2nd Year Student
"Following my degree I worked in the IT/Business area for 3 years. This gave me the insight into the industry and spurred me on return to University to improve my skill base and increase my career development potential.
The opportunity to study such a wide variety of subjects in my MBS E-Commerce degree offered me the chance to select various career paths within the IT and Business area.
My work placement opportunity in year two has been an immensely valuable experience, and has allowed me to refine all the skills I gained within a professional environment in industry.
Since completing all subjects in year one, I was able make an informed decision as to what subject area I wanted to concentrate on during my work placement. In my case this was Interactive Systems Design.
It has been a personal challenge, and the whole experience has been extremely positive and enjoyable. The support you receive from all the lecturers is fantastic and very relevant. I am delighted that I chose the MBS E-Commerce Master’s Degree course."
Elaine Keith – 1st year Student
"As a mature student returning to university after a long period of work this could have easily been a daunting experience, however the lecturers and fellow students made it a really enjoyable, but challenging time. The course caters for all levels of IT experience and there is plenty of opportunity to learn and hone both practical and theoretical skills on the course. I would definitely recommend the programme to anyone wishing to develop their skill-set in this area."
Past students
David Payne
MBS (Electronic Commerce)
" I found the course material covered in the MBS in e-Commerce allowed me to apply for a wide range of jobs in the IT and business sector. The Masters provided me with a solid foundation in relevant technologies and methodologies through project work and direct teaching. I found this helped me greatly when attending job interviews."
