Six things to consider before embarking on a postgraduate course
Working towards a postgraduate qualification requires careful thought and understanding of motivation and long-term goals
Postgrads & MBAs
What employment opportunities are available in the current economic climate?
Further engagement with education can open doors for diversification into other areas of economic activity
‘The same week my youngest started junior infants, I started an executive MBA’
I didn’t just want to get better at what I already did - I wanted to understand how everything fits together: strategy, finance, operations and leadership
Classroom to College: Here’s something to take on board
What’s it like to be a student at one of Ireland’s most expensive schools?
What to consider when deciding on a postgraduate course in Ireland or abroad
From PhDs to master’s, research programmes or taught: we look at the types of courses available and where you can source further information
MBA courses in Ireland: A guide to some of the most popular options
Many factors play a part in deciding which programme best suits your needs and expectations
You don’t have to do a master’s: alternatives to traditional postgrad pathways
From microcredentials to Moocs, here is a quick guide to some of the faster, cheaper and more flexible education routes
What are your options? A selection of postgraduate courses
From brewing and distilling to supply chain management, a wide range of postgrad study options is available
‘Returning to education as a working parent is daunting’
If you are studying something in an area you enjoy, it makes it a lot easier. Just remember to prioritise time for yourself and family
Returning to college? Here are the funding options that can help cover your MBA
Like the idea of a postgraduate degree, but unsure how to pay for it?
Should you consider a postgraduate course?
These days, there are plenty of courses to suit your needs – whatever they may be
A selection of the most popular MBA courses in Ireland
Make the decision-making process easier with our comprehensive guide
What employment opportunities are available in the current economic climate?
Further engagement with education can open doors for diversification into other areas of economic activity
Spotlight on postgraduate options
Ireland’s third-level institutions offer a range of postgraduate degree options. Here we explore a selection of available courses.
The challenges and benefits of returning to education
Before committing to a return to college, it is important to evaluate the end goal and understand the cost of your investment
What type of postgraduate courses can you take?
Considering a return to education? We look at the types of courses available and where you can look for further information
What I learned: How a postgrad helped my career
The range of postgraduate options has never been broader. We asked a number of postgrads how they fared
Seven questions to ask when choosing a postgrad
Research is important when choosing a postgraduate programme that aligns with your academic and career aspirations
Selection of popular MBA courses
We take a look at some of the MBA courses available in Ireland’s universities and business schools
Spotlight on your postgradate course options
We look at some of the many postgraduate courses available in Ireland’s universities
Turning a new page: challenges and benefits of returning to education
Postgraduate courses and MBAs can not only boost self-confidence and self-esteem but often lead to higher earning potential
‘Low tuition fees, transport is free’: Mastering further education abroad
An increasing number of Irish students are opting to apply to colleges abroad
What skills are needed in the current economic climate?
Undertaking a postgraduate programme can help you enter the labour market or diversify in other areas
Furthering your education: What are the ‘degree-specific’ benefits offered by an MBA?
An MBA can be a route to a promotion, higher salary, building your professional reputation or managing your own business
What are the benefits of a postgraduate degree?
Completing a postgraduate course can open doors to new opportunities and also increase the earning potential of graduates.
Postgraduate studies: What does an MBA teach you?
Mastering critical thinking and problem-solving skills is essential for addressing complex issues effectively
What type of postgraduate courses can you take?
Prospective postgraduate students have a diverse array of options, ranging from taught to research programmes, PhDs to master’s
Returning to college? Here are funding options to help cover the costs of your postgrad or MBA
Research your funding options well before starting your application for postgraduate studies
PhD stipend increase is ‘step one’, Harris says
Minister announces €3,000 increase from January in stipend paid to PhD students to a total of €22,000 per year and flags further increase
Postgraduate researchers protest at Dáil over pay and conditions
Those working in sector paid average of just €7.88 per hour while excluded from supports for other workers, say representatives
Spotlight on your MBA course options
A selection of popular MBA courses in some of Ireland’s universities and colleges
What skills are needed in the current economic climate?
A postgrad may help you gain in-demand skills to match the needs of employers
Why I did my postgrad overseas: Dr Siobhán McElduff
Siobhán McElduff completed her MA in the University of Victoria in Canada, and her PhD at the University of Southern California
How to fund a postgraduate degree or MBA
Further study can be expensive but there are ways for prospective students to seek assistance
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