Dr. Niamh O Riordan, Programme Director
UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School Overview Only triple accredited Business School in Ireland* Identified as the centre for business research in Ireland MBA consistently ranked in top 100 in the world Ireland s Global Business School International network of top quality faculty and alumni International network of companies Resulting in excellent student experience and opportunities Alumni network of 70,000 students * Just 73 business schools hold the triple "crown" accreditation from the most sought-after international accreditations: AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS in September 2015
Digital Innovation An introduction We are living in a golden age of digital innovation. During our lifetimes, an entirely new digital infrastructure of computers, mobile devices, broadband network connections, and advanced application platforms has been created. This digital infrastructure has, in turn, accelerated the emergence of new technologies social media, cloud computing, analytics, big data, wearable devices, 3D printing that enabe transformations in the way we live and work, how companies organise, and the structure of entire industries Fichman et al (2014)
An introduction Digital innovation is the key to understanding how IT transforms business and society. The MSc in Digital Innovation was designed to equip future business and technology leaders with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the digital era. Our students are taught by internationally recognised researchers and engage directly with the technology companies that have make Dublin the Digital Hub of Europe. Our graduates emerge as insightful, reflective and critically minded individuals with a unique understanding of the discovery, development, diffusion, and impact of digital product, process, and business model innovations.
Programme Overview 90 Credit Programme from Ireland s leading business school Offered one year full-time or two year part-time Delivering excellent career prospects Exploring technology-centric innovation Targeting early and mid career graduates of all disciplines Usually Commerce, Computer Science, BIS graduates
Design and delivery Semester 1 (30 Credits ) Semester 2 (30 credits ) Semester 3 (30 credits) 3 modules 3 modules 3 modules/ Industry research project CORE Managing strategy and innovation in a digital era Managing design and development Managing global sourcing Implementing digital projects Skills for business enquiry Cultural & political perspectives on managing technology and change NONCORE Changing business processes with ICT Critical issues for innovation, technology and organisation ICT in a global context Knowledge, ICT & organisation Economics of IT & digital markets Industry research project* (* subject to approval) NOTE: Students may take suitable elective modules from other subject areas if timetable and prerequisites allow
Career Prospects Graduates emerge as insightful, reflective and critically minded individuals with a unique blend of IT and management skills The MSc afforded me the skills and competencies to advance my career in the technology industry to a new level - Joanne Daly (2013), Facebook Employment rates: 100% 90% 96% 97% 75% 50% 25% 0% 2012 2013 2014
Career Prospects Top 5 Sectors (2012 2014) Business services (Mgt/IT Consulting) Computing and software applications Professional services Accountancy and legal services Manufacturing Top 5 Employers (2012-2014) Accenture Deloitte PricewaterhouseCoopers Google IBM When technology unlocks potential, brilliant ideas come to life - Accenture
Career Prospects Top Job titles (2012-2014)
Testimonials The MSc was a great opportunity to learn about new technologies and business trends coupled with the practical skills required to implement them. The diverse student body, expert lecturers and excellent facilities served to stimulate learning and the development of a valuable network of friends and business contacts -Gavin Ross (2010), Digital Strategy Manager, Three Ireland
Testimonials This course instils the practical reasoning and ability required to engage with all aspects of digital innovation. The social theory, critical thinking and hands on experience throughout the course is a framework for value creation that equips and inspires students to drive cultural shifts and business performance in new and unique directions -Anna Carthy (2011): Digital Project Manager, Aer Lingus
Testimonials I would say that Microsoft expects its graduates to be able to work under ambiguous circumstances, and this is where critical thinking is needed so as to best assess a new scenario and not just proceed as per the status quo. I feel that this skill, championed through the course, is vital for the progression of graduates throughout their careers -Patrick McGarry (2014), Business Analyst,Microsoft
Testimonials What I liked most was the mixture of practical concepts and their sociological and philosophical foundations I'm still finding the programme incredibly helpful in work, especially the focus on innovative methods (IDEO method cards, etc.) and design thinking I directly apply many of the methods within my work in IT-strategy, and the foundations I ve learned help me to better understand our organization, partners and customers. -Matthias Steffen (2012) - ICT Strategy, DB Mobility Logistics AG
Further information Programme Manager: Ms Fiona Lynch fiona.lynch@ucd.ie Programme Director: Dr Niamh O Riordan niamh.oriordan@ucd.ie Admissions Manager: Mr Eoin Taffe eoin.taffe@ucd.ie Admissions Team: smurfit.admissions@ucd.ie +353 (0) 1 716 8885 Connect with alumni: https://www.linkedin.com/grp/home?gid=3720474
Making your application Email: smurfit.admissions@ucd.ie Phone: (01) 716 8885 Applications for 2016/2017 - Accepted on a rolling basis - apply early - Turnaround time is approx. 10 days
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