DN650 Commerce (BSS1)
School:
Business The BComm at UCD Quinn School is the most popular business degree in Ireland and has an impressive reputation all over the world.
The purpose of the B.Comm programme at UCD is to develop commercially astute graduates with a global mind-set that will make a significant contribution to business and broader society. We aim to develop graduates who will demonstrate critical awareness of business trends, issues, and developments; a strong analytical orientation towards decision-making and problem-solving; a deep-rooted ethical and societal awareness; a propensity for entrepreneurship and innovation; a capacity to communicate persuasively and professionally; and a life-long commitment to personal and professional excellence and development (Purpose). We aspire to produce graduates that, over the long-term, will assume leadership positions and will have a significant impact on the development of business, economic, and social life, both nationally and internationally (education and subject/discipline/professional values). The B.Comm curriculum is designed to develop future leaders through a rich variety of educational experiences and pedagogical innovations that focus on conceptual understanding (‘episteme’), technical mastery (‘techne’), and practical wisdom (‘phronesis’). Additionally, our students have the opportunity to participate in a range of transformative educational experiences, including business internships, international exchange programmes, summer exchange programs, and case study competitions (the nature of the learning environment for students). The B.Comm programme emphasizes a rich variety of teaching and assessment methods, including lectures and tutorials, laboratories, case studies, essays, consulting reports, debates, presentations, group assignments, and simulations. Students are exposed to faculty with a range of different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds (key approaches to teaching, learning and assessment).
- Communicate, in a professional and informed manner, appropriate business and management concepts, ideas, arguments, recommendations and solutions (PG5).
- Critically appreciate the interplay and interdependencies of business functions, including accounting, finance, operations, information systems, management, marketing, and human resource management (PG1).
- Demonstrate an active awareness of ethical values and business issues concerning the advancement of the broader societal ‘good’ (PG3).
- Demonstrate and apply knowledge of appropriate methods, tools and techniques for identifying and resolving business problems (PG2).
- Demonstrate critical thinking and independent reasoning skills in situations of decision-making and problem-solving, as supported by the appropriate use of analytical and quantitative techniques (PG2).
- Develop independent and lifelong learning skills (PG6).
- Develop interpersonal and collaborative learning skills (PG6).
- Evaluate the influence of economic, social, historical, and technological forces shaping business and management today (PG1).
- Explain the systems of thought and theoretical underpinnings that have shaped the development of business and management practice (PG1).
- Identify and apply the major steps in discovering, evaluating, and exploiting opportunities for new ventures and business enterprises (PG4).
- Utilize accounting, economic and financial techniques to make informed business decisions (PG2).
- Utilize information technology to support and enhance business analysis and communication (PG2).
- Utilize statistical, mathematical, and other analytical techniques to make informed business decisions (PG2).
Whether you dream of starting your own business, or working in the exciting world of Irish or international business, the UCD BComm degree provides everything you'll need for a career in business and industry. That's why our BComm is the most popular business degree in Ireland, with an impressive reputation worldwide.
Many of Ireland's leading business figures started out with a BComm from UCD and are today employed in leading positions in areas as diverse as accountancy, finance, marketing and advertising and human resources, in Ireland and abroad. It's also an excellent starting point for those with aspirations to strike out on their own.
Entrepreneurship is encouraged and nurtured among students who wish to create their own business in the future. Importantly, there is a strong emphasis on ensuring students develop the practical business skills that will be vital in their everyday working life. These include teamwork and presentation skills, as well as an excellent foundation in cutting-edge technology.
STAGE 1
In Stage 1, you will be introduced to all the core business principles, ranging from Economics and Law to Management and Accounting, as well as the opportunity to choose some elective modules in anything from Languages to History.
STAGE 2
In Stage 2, you will continue to explore all the key business subjects including Management, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Accountancy, Management Information Systems and Human Resources, giving you an excellent foundation in all business areas. You could opt to spend a semester in a partner university abroad - over 70 students do this each year.
STAGE 3
With your strong foundation in all areas of business from Stages 1 and 2, you now have the opportunity to specialise in the area that most appeals
to you. Your options include:
- Accountancy
- Banking and Finance
- General Management
- International Business
- Human Resource Management
- Management Information Systems
- Marketing
Stage 2 students have the opportunity to study at one of our International Partner Universities. All business courses taken abroad are taught and examined in English and possible destinations include:
- Canada
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Denmark
- UK
- France
- Netherlands
- Norway
The BComm at UCD Quinn School is a highly valued business qualification, acknowledged by major universities, professional bodies and employers around the world.
Every year, our graduates are offered opportunities across a wide range of business sectors, including:
- Accountancy
- Banking and Finance
- Marketing
- Advertising and PR
- Human Resources Management
- Non-profit Sector
- Journalism
- IT
- Teaching
- Sales
And, of course, many graduates will go on to set up their own businesses.
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