Program Overview

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Introduction to the Bachelor of Commerce Online Degree

The online Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Galway is designed for ambitious adult learners looking to advance their careers, change industries, or gain a formal business qualification while balancing work and personal commitments.

Course Overview

This part-time course is a four-year degree in business education, delivered primarily online. It is tailored for students with work experience who want to develop the knowledge and skills needed to adapt to evolving business methods and environments throughout their careers. Graduates will have a sound knowledge of the fundamentals of business and management and will have an opportunity to gain a more comprehensive grounding in specialist areas such as Marketing, Digital Business and Analytics, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship.

Curriculum

The curriculum for the Bachelor of Commerce Online is revised and updated on a regular basis. The course covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Management: Enterprise and Society
• Principles of Microeconomics
• Principles of Macroeconomics
• Introduction to Management Accounting
• Introduction to Financial Accounting
• Information Management for Business
• Business Information Systems
• Mathematics for Business
• Skills for Learning

Year 1

In the first year, students will study the following modules:

• Management: Enterprise and Society
• Principles of Microeconomics
• Principles of Macroeconomics
• Introduction to Management Accounting
• Introduction to Financial Accounting
• Information Management for Business
• Business Information Systems
• Mathematics for Business
• Skills for Learning

Year 2

In the second year, students will study the following modules:

• Business Finance
• Applied Microeconomics for Business
• Macroeconomics for the Business Environment
• Business Law I
• Management Skills
• Introduction to Marketing
• Marketing Management
• Organisational Psychology and Analysis
• Statistics

Year 3

In the third year, students will study the following modules:

• Customer Experience Design
• Qualitative Marketing Research
• Marketing Analytics and Research
• Economics of Public Policy
• Ireland in the Global Economy
• Work and Employment Relations
• Information and Operations Management
• Management Accounting 2
• Business Law II

Year 4

In the fourth year, students will study the following modules:

• Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• Management of Organisational Change
• Business Strategy
• Cases in Marketing Strategy
• Integrated Marketing Communication
• Implementing Digital Innovation
• Business Intelligence and Analytics

Electives

Students will also select two electives in Year 4. Electives are subject to change for each cycle and may include:

• Introduction to Sustainability
• Negotiation Skills
• Leading and Managing People
• Introduction to Financial Economics

Course Delivery

The course is delivered through a combination of:

• Live online lectures/tutorials
• Recorded lectures
• Online Learning Resources
• Reading material and assignments
• Online discussions

Unique Features

This course allows students to study anytime, anywhere to achieve a Level 8 Bachelor Degree in Commerce. While the course is delivered primarily online, students are required to attend campus for accountancy examinations.

Careers

This course is ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their business knowledge and leadership skills, aspiring entrepreneurs eager to start or grow their own ventures, and managers aiming for career progression. It also suits those returning to education after a break, individuals looking to upskill in areas like finance, marketing, or management, and anyone who values the flexibility to study anytime, anywhere.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have a minimum of pass Mathematics at Leaving Certificate or equivalent and need to submit a Leaving Certificate or equivalent document when submitting an application. Applicants should also possess a good level of computer literacy as this course is taught online.

Fees, Costs and Funding

The fees for the academic year 2026/27 are as follows:

• EU Tuition: 3,550
• Student Contribution: 0
• Non-EU Tuition: 4,300
• Levy: 0
• Total Fee: 3,550 (EU), 4,300 (Non-EU)

Scholarships

There are several funding opportunities available for this course, including the Adult Learning Tuition Scholarship and the Next Level Skillnet funding.

Recognition of Prior Learning

If you do not meet the standard entry criteria for this course, you may gain entry through the University's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. Applicants may also be able to earn module exemptions based on their prior learning.

Accreditations & Awards

The University of Galway is a world-renowned research-led university, ranked in the top 2% of universities globally. It is also ranked first in Ireland for Sustainable Development and fifth in the EU for its commitment to sustainability.