The document summarizes the Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) degree program at University College Dublin. The 3-year program provides a solid foundation in core business functions while allowing students flexibility to pursue their interests through optional modules. In the first year, students learn the basics of business and organizations. In the second year, they deepen their skills in areas like finance, marketing, and analytics. The third year focuses on integrating knowledge through modules in strategy, entrepreneurship, and personal development. Students have opportunities for an internship and studying abroad in the second year.

1. University College Dublin
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BComm DN650

2. Bachelor of Commerce
At the forefront of business degrees in Ireland
Brife: The new generation
BComm brings together
excellence in the core
functions of business with
new themes for new
times.

3. About the Course
The UCD Bachelor of Commerce
(BComm) degree has a long tradition at
the forefront of business and
management education in Ireland.
This is a degree that gives you a solid
understanding of the business
environment with the flexibility to
pursue YOUR BComm – Option and
elective choices throughout the degree
allow you to hone your knowledge and
skills in the area of business that
interests you most and therefore,
enables you to develop the skills,
knowledge and insights to make a
positive difference in business and
society and achieve your ambitions.
Duration: 3 Years (4 with Internship)
CAO Code: DN650
CAO Points 2014: 490
Start: September

4. Curriculum
The BComm at UCD is an excellent starting point for students looking to
develop the knowledge, skills and competencies essential in the global world
of business and management. The course is designed to give you good
understanding of the concepts of business and the different functions within.
BComm at a glance
• A School underpinned by globally recognised academic research excellence
• A programme designed in consultation with business and social leaders and
employers to offer the best career opportunities.
• Reframing business education to reflect today’s global business challenges.
• Leading innovative and diverse teaching methods and learning experiences that
hone the analytical, collaborative and critical thinking skills vital to future success.
• A focus on personal development and reflective learning.
• Delivering a well-rounded graduate with solid job prospects, ready to enter the
world of work or to develop enterprising ideas.

5. Course Pathway
Year 1 - Engage with the Principles of Business
In first year, I will learn about the foundations of business, how businesses work and their relationship with
society. I will be challenged to read, think, debate and work in teams. First year modules unique to the UCD
BComm include running a virtual business in ‘Business Live’ and taking control of my progress in ‘Effective
Learning and Development’.
Semester 1
• Inside Organisations
• Data Analysis for Decision Makers
• Effective Learning and Development
• Business in Society
• Foundations of Management Thought
• Mathematics for Business
Semester 2
• Financial Accounting 1
• Principles of Macroeconomics
• ICT in Business
• Business Live
• Business Law 1
• Horizons Elective

6. Course Pathway
Year 2 - Deepen Your Understanding
In second year you will deepen your understanding of the business environment and its functions, ranging from
Global Business, to People at Work, to Data Analytics and begin to choose business options to personalise your
UCD BComm pathway. You have the opportunity to study abroad with our Exchange Programme, and to apply
for an Internship with one of our national or international business partners.
• Management Accounting
• Business Analytics
• Global Operations & SCM
• Business Economics
• Global Business
• Principles of Finance
• People at Work
• Financial Accounting 2
• Marketing: Firms, Customers & Society

7. Course Pathway
Final Year - Refine your Knowledge
In final year, you integrate your UCD BComm experience, with capstone modules in business strategy,
entrepreneurship, management and personal development; while continuing to personalise your BComm
pathway according to your interests and career goals through a large choice of module options.
• Business Strategy
• New Venture Creation & Develop
• Information Management
• Contemporary Issues in Mgt&OB
• Personal Development Portfolio

8. Exchange Opportunity
In second year you will have the opportunity to study abroad at
one of our partner business schools – This popular and
competitive aspect to your studies is an optional activity that will
add value to your degree. Studying abroad as part of your degree
is highly valued by employers as well as the experience of a
lifetime. We currently have partner universities in Australia,
Singapore, New Zealand, China, Canada and across Europe

9. Experience a new learning environment
Study abroad at some of the best Universities and Business Schools worldwide and gain a
different perspective on education in another country.
Improve Employment Opportunities
Enhance your careers prospects by adding international experience to your Degree.
Friendships
Meet new people and make friends from around the world. This is an opportunity to network
and make business contacts that may be useful in your future career.

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