Program Overview

Global Business (Canada)

Overview

This is a unique course for students who are looking for a truly global learning experience. The skills and knowledge that you’ll develop on the BA in Global Business (Canada) are a passport to an international career in business. Not only that, but the course also gives you the opportunity to qualify with two degrees by the end of this four-year programme.

Transatlantic Degree
The BA in Global Business (Canada) combines international business with intercultural experience and work placements. You’ll spend your first two years in DCU and then your final two years studying at Brock University (Ontario), our partner university in Canada. During that time, you’ll have the chance to participate in work placements in Ireland and Canada, and you’ll earn two business degrees in two countries.

Careers & Further Options

Careers

This degree is designed to develop future leaders in an increasingly international and diverse business environment.

Graduates from this course work around the world in:

• Banking
• European Affairs
• European Law
• European Regulation
• Finance
• International affairs
• International Marketing Management

Career Prospects

• Banking
• European Affairs
• European Law
• European Regulation
• Finance

Entry Requirements

• Leaving Cert: In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply: Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics.
• GCE A Level: In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply: GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics.
• FET Level 5: Please visit our Admissions webpage for details on course requirements or how to apply to DCU.

Structure

Year 1

• Economics
• Accounting
• Business Mathematics
• Finance
• Psychology in Organisations
• Global Business Environments
• Business Analytics
• Critical Thinking
• Learning Innovation for Enterprise
• Marketing
• Language and Culture of Chosen Country (France/ Germany/Spain/USA/Canada)

Year 2

• Economic Policy
• Finance
• Management
• Accounting
• Business Information Systems
• Business Analytics
• INTRA
• Language and Culture of Chosen Country (France/Germany/Spain/USA/Canada)

Year 3 and Year 4

You will spend Years 3 and 4 in Canada. While there, you will have the opportunity to specialise in a variety of business areas and undertake a second work placement. You will have the option to return to DCU for Year 4. If you choose this option, only one qualification – the DCU degree – will be awarded.

Fees and Funding

Fees

• Full time: Student Contribution €3,043 per annum, EU Status Fee €5,922 per annum, Non EU Fee €16,500 per annum

How To Apply

• Applicants presenting EU school leaving examinations (EU, EFTA & UK): Apply through the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1st February or 1st May
• Applicants presenting examinations from outside the EU: No Entry Path
• Mature Applicants: All mature applicants apply through the CAO by 1st February. For further information and for special application procedures for mature students, please click here
• Advanced Entry: No Entry Path

Life On Campus

Life on Campus

At DCU, our students can expect a unique campus experience. We are known for our excellent teaching and learning facilities, our active clubs and societies, and our great social and sporting facilities. All this makes DCU an exciting place to be.

Student Supports

We have a number of academic, professional and social supports for students.

• Student Advice & Learning Skills Centre - Offers a wide range of supports and services to students and advice
• The Writing Centre - drop-in writing workshops for students through the academic year
• Maths Learning Centre - provides maths support for students of all ability levels with maths modules
• Student Learning - facilitate the transition from passive to active learning for students at DCU, by teaching study skills, nurturing critical thinking and building student confidence.

FAQs

Programme FAQs

• What is the difference between Global Business and Business Studies International?
  • One of the first things a CAO student will be concerned about! The points for each Global Business course are generally higher than for Business Studies International. The exact difference will of course vary each year.
  • Amount of time spent abroad
  • Two Degrees
  • Languages available
  • Work Placements

Faculty FAQs

• Does DCU have partner universities around the world to go to?
  • Yes, see the full list of the universities you can travel to (depending on your course). For further specific information you should contact the course contact.
• For the business courses how big are class sizes like and are there work placements?
  • There are some large lectures for common modules but these are supported by smaller weekly tutorial groups of approx. 30 people. There are work placements in our Business school.
• What are some of the companies that students from the BSc multimedia have gone on to work for?
  • Some companies include: TV3, BBC, Google, LinkedIn, Facebook, Yahoo, Setanta Sport & independent production companies.

Have You Considered?

• DC116 Global Business (USA)
• DC110 Business Studies International
• DC112 Global Business (France)