Dublin City University

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DUBLIN CITY UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL

B.A. in European Business

Two business degrees! Two different countries! Two work placements! Fluency in a second language!
B.A. in European Business (French)
CAO Code: DC112 Duration: 4 years Minimum points 2009: 430 Places: 15
B.A. in European Business (German)
CAO Code: DC113 Duration: 4 years Minimum points 2009: 360 Places: 15
B.A. in European Business (Spanish)
CAO Code: DC114 Duration: 4 years Minimum points 2009: 400 Places: 10
B.A. in European Business (Transatlantic Studies)
CAO Code: DC116 Duration: 4 years Minimum points 2009: 505 Places: 10

Special Entry Requirements for this Course: Leaving Certificate Grade C3 at Ordinary Level or Grade D3
at Higher Level in Mathematics
PLUS French (DC112): Grade C3 at Higher Level in French; German (DC113): Grade C3 at Higher Level in German;
Spanish (DC114): Grade C3 at Higher Level in Spanish

Why Study European Business at DCU?
The B.A. in European Business is a unique course combining
a broad understanding of international business with
intercultural experience and work placements. As such, you
n gain two qualifications, awarded by DCU and another top
international business school
n benefit from work placements in Ireland and abroad
n combine international studies, language and the study of

will gain the necessary knowledge and skills to work in the business subjects. The study of a European language is
challenging and diverse world of international business. optional for students on the Transatlantic Studies
programme.
You will have the opportunity to:

n immerse yourself in the social, cultural and academic life of

another country alongside students of many nationalities
 B.A. in European Business (CAO Code: DC112/113/114/116)
Course Structure
This degree is the only one of its type in Ireland and is a
unique and exciting way to learn business. Offered with
French (DC112), German (DC113), Spanish (DC114) or
Transatlantic Studies (DC116), the course is full-time
over four years.
You will spend the first two years in DCU (including a four-
month work placement in Ireland) and the final two years
in the relevant partner institution, where you study through
that country’s language. You will also go on a work
placement while abroad.
The course is offered in conjunction with our partners
from the International Partnership of Business Schools:
n Reims Management School, France (DC112)
www.reims-ms.fr
n European School of Business, Reutlingen, Germany
(DC113) www.esb-reutlingen.de
n ICADE at the Universidad Pontificia Comillas, Madrid,
Spain (DC114) www.icade.es
n Northeastern University, Boston, USA (DC116)
www.neu.edu
Business: The main emphasis is on business subjects.
Over the four years you will gain an understanding of the
principles of business especially international business.
In your first two years you will study subjects such as
accounting, finance, economics and marketing. On
transfer to the partner institution in Year 3, the focus on
international business continues and then in Year 4 you
have the opportunity to specialise in one of a variety of
business areas.
Language and culture: For students on DC112, DC113 and
DC114 the course includes the study of European political,
cultural and social developments. These are combined with
the study of French, German or Spanish, which will be the
working languages of the final two years of the course.
Overseas students have the opportunity to learn another
European language in Years 1 and 2. Students on the
Transatlantic Studies programme study US history, politics
and business practice and also have the option to study a
second language.
What Our Graduates Say
“Probably one of the best business courses you could
do, blending Irish-American college experiences,
work placement and, above all, some of the best life
experiences you will probably ever have. Both DCU
and Northeastern are amazing, providing world class
levels of education. Would I recommend this course?
Definitely.”
Paul O’Connell
European Business Graduate
www.dcu.ie/dcubs
Dual Degree
At the end of your four years of study you will graduate
with two qualifications: the B.A. in European Business
from DCU and one from the partner institution:
n the DESEM (Diplome d’Études Supérieures Européenes
de Management) from Reims Management School
(French), or
n the B.Sc. in International Management from the
European School of Business, Reutlingen (German), or
n the Graduado Superior en Ciencias Empresariales
Internacionales from the Universidad Pontificia
Comillas (Spanish), or
n the Bachelor of Science in International Business from
Northeastern University (Transatlantic Studies).
You may choose at the end of the third year to return to
DCU to do your final year here. Those who choose this
option will graduate with a single degree – the B.A. in
European Business from DCU.
A Future Career
This degree is designed to develop graduates who will be
future leaders in an increasingly international and diverse
business environment. Your immersion in international
business, cultural and social practices while studying and
working abroad will help you to excel in today’s global
business world.
Graduates from this course are working from Brussels to
Buenos Aires and beyond, specialising in a range of areas
including general management, finance, marketing, human
resource management, e-business and law. Employers
include Adidas, BMW Group, Bank of Ireland Global Markets,
McKinsey and Company, Nestlé, Nike, Procter and Gamble,
and Universal McCann.
Contact Details
For more information go to www.dcu.ie/dcubs or contact
the School Office at: tel: +353 (0)1 700 5265 or
email: dcubs@dcu.ie
“My two years of study at the ESB Reutlingen in Germany was the most
fantastic experience. My German improved unbelievably and I have become
a lot more independent. There are also many big companies here, like BMW
and L’Oreal, where you can do your internship. I had the most amazing two
years and am so glad I made the decision to go. I am looking forward to
starting a Masters in International Fashion Marketing shortly, which will
hopefully lead me to find my dream job in the fashion industry.”
Aoife Caffrey
European Business Graduate