Course Summary
TU Dublin's Graduate Business School, in partnership with the School of Chemical Pharmaceutical Sciences, has launched Ireland’s first Executive MBA in Life Sciences Leadership. Building on our award-winning, internationally-accredited Executive MBA programme, this new course has been designed to enhance leadership capability in one of Ireland’s fastest growing and most exciting sectors.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
• A primary degree from a recognised university in any discipline or an equivalent professional qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant post-graduate work experience including at least 3 years in a managerial or professional capacity.
• Candidates who do not have a primary degree or equivalent professional qualification may be required to submit a minimum GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) score of 500. For information on applying without a primary degree please email [email protected].
• At least one written reference attesting to the ability of the candidate to undertake the course.
• All applicants are required to attend an interview with the MBA Programme Manager and/or Academic Director.
• A minimum of 7.0 on IELTS for those of whom English is not their first language.
• Non-EU applicants must have documentary proof of Irish residency or an Irish work permit to be eligible to apply (it is the responsibility of the applicant to maintain such eligibility across the lifestyle of the course).
Application Details
Applications for courses commencing in September 2025 will open in November 2024.
Commencement Date: January 2025 & September 2025
Fees
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Duration
Mode of Study: Part Time
Method of Delivery: Blended