Develop the business mindset of tomorrow with the BA (Hons) in Business (Information Systems) degree. This program provides a solid foundation in business concepts while equipping you with the skills needed to leverage information systems and related technologies. You’ll gain expertise in database management, analysis and design, preparing you for impactful careers in ICT management, and software development among many others.

Learn how to:

• Design & implement effective database solutions
• Analyze business processes through systems thinking
• Develop programming skills for business applications
• Utilize data visualization for strategic decision-making
• Manage information systems to support organizational goals

This is a full-time, three-year, six-semester EQF level 6/NFQ level 8 honors program (180 ECTS).

In the first year of this honors degree course, you will be given a thorough grounding with core courses in management, organization, marketing, finance, IT and economics as they relate to business. In the second and third years, you will build on this knowledge to gain an advanced understanding of these key areas, as well as acquire specific knowledge and skills relating to information systems. Your studies culminate in a final year capstone research project.  

Semester 1

• Maths & Stats for Business
• Business Context & Organization
• Marketing Essentials
• IT Essentials
• Economic Perspectives
• Foundational Academic Skills

Semester 2

• Maths & Stats for Business
• Business Context & Organization
• Marketing Essentials
• IT Essentials
• Economic Perspectives
• Introduction to Business Finance

Semester 3

• Management
• Financial Management
• Digital Business Solutions
• Database Design & Cloud Technologies
• Business Programming
• Business Ethics & Research Practice

Semester 4

• Management
• Financial Management
• Digital Business Solutions
• Database Design & Cloud Technologies
• Business Programming
• International Economics

Semester 5

• Strategic Management
• Global Business
• Human Resource Management
• Business Intelligence & Visualization
• Business Systems Analysis
• Capstone Project

Semester 6

• Strategic Management
• Global Business
• Human Resource Management
• Business Intelligence & Visualization
• Business Systems Analysis
• Capstone Project

The BA (Hons) in Business (Information Systems) prepares students for future careers in global business ventures and large international organizations. 

In addition, after graduating, students will competently:

• Demonstrate technical and analytical skills to formulate and evaluate relevant options and solutions in a variety of business contexts.
• Apply systems development processes and methodologies to analyse, design, model and implement data and information systems using current software tools.
• Assess knowledge and information, tools, and techniques in a critical way to confidently adapt to changing business environments.
• Evaluate data and information derived through research to ensure relevant new knowledge is continually incorporated to enhance business planning and decision making.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills of effective listening, negotiation, persuasion, and presentation in individual and group situations.
• Display an in‐depth understanding of the inter‐relationships between business functions and business processes and their impact on product and service provision.
• Apply diagnostic and creative skills in the solution of business problems showing an interdisciplinary approach to resolution.
• Demonstrate a capacity to contribute to business development and enhanced strategic decision-making.

On successful completion of this program, you will earn:

A state-recognized Dublin Business School BA (Hons) in Business degree awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI).

Awarding Body

Quality and Qualifications, Ireland (QQI) is the Irish State body responsible for the Quality Assurance of all education and training services in Ireland. QQI sets quality assurance criteria for the sector and regulates and approves programmes of study.

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IT Project Assistant

Tracks IT project progress, updates stakeholders, & supports tech teams with implementation logistics.

Systems Analyst

Assists with system documentation, gathers user requirements, & helps improve IT workflows & configurations.

Business Intelligence Analyst

Builds dashboards, pulls data, & supports decision-making with clear, data-driven insights.

Digital Transformation Analyst

Assists in modernizing systems, supports adoption initiatives, & helps evaluate digital tools for business improvement.

IT Strategy Support Analyst

Researches tech trends, gathers business requirements, & helps align IT plans with strategic priorities.

These are the admission requirements for this BA (Hons) program. If you're not sure if you meet our requirements, contact us for a personalized assessment. Our team is here to help!

Academic requirements:

One certified copy of high school diploma and transcripts; or equivalent

Proof of English level:

TOEFL score 80 (internet-based), 213 (computer-based); IELTS 6.0; B2+ CEFR; native speaker of English or equivalent