Executive MBA Welcome
The Value of the Executive MBA at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics
In today’s challenging economic climate, it is critical to choose the right MBA. The Executive MBA at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics, NUI Galway integrates an academically rigorous and challenging real-world business education.
The programme is industry-led and globally-focused providing you with the knowledge, transferable skills and confidence required for innovative and effective management practice.
Dedicated top-class teaching, learning and research resources are provided for MBA students at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics. Our small class sizes and lecturers who are leading experts in their respective fields result in greater one to one attention
and an excellent learning experience.
Students on the Executive MBA programme will benefit from the recently
announced strategic alliance between NUI Galway and the University of
Limerick. MBA students will have the option of choosing summer electives
in Year One of the programme either at NUI Galway or at the University
of Limerick. This alliance provides students with greater choice in
their elective subjects and more flexibility to tailor the programme
to their particular needs. The alliance also allows for expanded networking opportunities with other MBA students.
Investing in a MBA in a very important decision. The Executive MBA at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics will provide an excellent return on investment resulting in increased confidence, competence and capability to accelerate your career.
New to the Executive MBA in 2010
International Study Visit
Organisations now operate in a global environment and it is important to understand different perspectives and experiences in an international context. The study trip will give students the opportunity to visit businesses, attend lectures, and interact with business leaders in an international context. This optional study visit will take place in May of Year One and is most likely to take place in the United States.
Mode of Delivery
The Executive MBA programme is delivered in block-release format. Students will attend classes over a 3-day period (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) four times each semester. This allows students to continue to work full-time and study.
Career Personal and Professional Development
Career and professional development is an integral part of the NUI Galway MBA programme. Throughout the programme, career coaches will be available to work one-on-one with students assisting them with their personal and professional development.