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University of GalwayJ.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Degree awarded by University of Galway

MBAPart-timeOn-campusModular blocks
Location
Galway, Ireland
Duration
2 years, part-time
Teaching language
English
Next verified deadline
None verified
Official program page

Facts last verified October 5, 2026. MBA Schools Directory is independent and does not process applications. Applications are made on the school's official website.

Program overview

A two-year part-time general management programme taught in multi-day blocks on Thursdays to Saturdays. Required modules cover areas such as economics, financial analysis, leadership, marketing, strategy and business analytics, with some optional modules and a project. A leadership gateway international programme is listed as an additional cost.

Intakes
September Source: stories.universityofgalway.ie · verified October 5, 2026
Duration
2 years, part-time Source: universityofgalway.ie · verified October 5, 2026
Campus
  • University of Galway — Galway, Ireland

Tuition and fees

Each figure keeps the applicant category, fee basis and period the school publishes.
Applicant categoryAmountFee basisPeriod
EU/EEA — EU FeesEUR 16,300
Excludes: student levy.
Source: universityofgalway.ie · verified October 5, 2026
per year2026/27
International — Non-EU feesEUR 18,300
Excludes: student levy.
Source: universityofgalway.ie · verified October 5, 2026
per year2026/27

Other published fees

Amounts are shown in the currency published by the school and are not converted. Living costs are not included.

Admissions requirements

Requirements

Academic qualification
Not verified
Work experience
Minimum 3 years (published requirement)Graduates with at least three years of relevant post-graduation business experience; non-graduates with a minimum of five years may also be considered.Source: stories.universityofgalway.ie · verified October 5, 2026
Essays
RequiredPersonal statement outlining how the MBA fits into career objectives.Source: stories.universityofgalway.ie · verified October 5, 2026
References
RequiredPublished — see the source for details.Source: stories.universityofgalway.ie · verified October 5, 2026
Interview
RequiredAll qualifying applicants must attend an interview.Source: stories.universityofgalway.ie · verified October 5, 2026
Application fee
Not verified

Admission tests

GMAT / GRE / EA
Not verified — missing information does not mean the test is not required.

English language

TOEFL / IELTS / other
Not verified

GMAT Focus Edition (205–805) and the classic GMAT (200–800) use different scales. A published minimum and a class average are different things; both are labelled. English requirements and waivers depend on each school's policy and your own background.

Application deadlines

IntakeRoundDeadlineApplicantsStatus
September 2026—Applications assessed throughout the year until July/AugustSource: stories.universityofgalway.ie · verified October 5, 2026All applicantsRolling admissions

Past dates are shown as passed and are never rolled forward. A date without a year is marked “Date not confirmed”.

Scholarships

No scholarship information verified. This does not mean none are offered.

Accreditation

  • AMBA (Association of MBAs) — Program-specificSource: universityofgalway.ie · verified October 5, 2026
  • AACSB International — Business schoolAccreditation of the business school. It does not by itself confirm that every campus or program is covered.Source: aacsb.edu · verified October 5, 2026

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