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Graduate Profile: Jiang Xue - MSc Information Systems for Business Performance

Jiale Xue, recently graduated from Cork University Business School at UCC with a MSc Information Systems for Business Performance. She writes about her rewarding experience on the programme.

My Erasmus Experience: Lisa Reddy - University of Konstanz, Germany

Lisa Reddy, a final year Commerce International with German student at Cork University Business School at UCC, reminisces on her time spent on Erasmus at the University of Konstanz, Germany.

Long Range Planning journal achieves Higher AJG Rating under Editor-in-Chief Tom Lawton, Prof. of Strategy & International Business in CUBS.

The Chartered Association of Business Schools has just released an intermediate review of its journal ratings, including an impressive upgrade for Long Range Planning, Co-Edited by Prof Tom lawton.

My Mentorship Experience: Mary Nwoye - Stryker Wise Mentorship Program

Mary, a current BSc Business Information Systems student at Cork University Business School at University College Cork, recently completed a 6-month Stryker Wise Mentorship Program.

Graduate Profile: Aidan Hickey - BComm

Aidan, a recent graduate of the Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) degree at Cork University Business School (CUBS) at University College Cork (UCC) shares his experience of the programme.

The Dr. Séamus McDermott Entrepreneurial Scholarship

The Dr. Séamus McDermott Entrepreneurial Scholarship is open to all UCC registered students in the first year of their undergraduate studies (across all programmes).

My Summer Fellowship Experience: Evan Murphy - BSc Business Information Systems

BSc Business Information Systems student, Evan Murphy, writes about his experience undertaking a summer fellowship project focusing on the EAT framework.

Student Profile: Kiera O'Sullivan - BSc Food Marketing & Entrepreneurship

Kiera O'Sullivan describes her experience on the BSc Food Marketing and Entrepreneurship programme at CUBS UCC, especially her involvement in the UCC Food & Nutrition Society.

Graduate Profile: Aoife Twomey - Higher Diploma Human Resource Management

Aoife Twomey, a recent graduate of the Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management, outlines the highlights of the programme at Cork University Business School at University College Cork.

My Erasmus Experience: Ciara Corbett - University of Regensburg, Germany

Ciara Corbett is a Commerce International with German student at Cork University Business School at UCC which gave her the opportunity to study at the University of Regensburg, Germany.

Graduate Profile: Maria Power - MSc Management & Marketing

Maria Power, a recent graduate of the MSc Management & Marketing at CUBS at UCC, recalls her experience as a student on the programme.

My Erasmus Experience: Kate Kelleher - University of Deusto, Bilbao, Spain

Kate Kelleher, a final year Commerce International with Hispanic Studies student at Cork University Business School at UCC, shares her Erasmus experience at the University of Deusto, Bilbao, Spain.

Graduate Profile: Peter Dunne - MSc Human Resource Management

Peter Dunne recently completed the MSc Human Resource Management at Cork University Business School at University College Cork. He gives an overview of his experience and why you should study HRM.

My Placement Experience: Amy Kearney - FDC Group

Amy Kearney, a recent MSc Management & Marketing graduate details her placement at FDC Group as part of her programme experience.

Graduate Profile: Yong Zheng Mow - MSc Marketing

Hi everyone! My name is Gary, or Yong to some. I’m 23 and from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It’s an honour to share my experience with you as a MSc Marketing student at CUBS UCC.

CUBS Orientation Journey

This September CUBS welcomed over 600 postgraduate students to UCC. For some it was their first time in Cork or Ireland, to help them settle in we hosted a series of orientation events.

Asia-Pacific Food Security Roundtable Workshop at UCC

A high-level delegation from Cambodia, Mongolia, Vietnam and the Asian Development Bank recently visited UCC to discuss food security issues in the region and the potential for collaborative work.

Research Week in Accounting and Finance

The Accounting and Finance Academic Unit at CUBS was proud to host its inaugural Research Culture Week, which took place from Sept 23 to Sept 26.

Graduate Profile: Emer McGlynn - BSc Accounting

Emer McGlynn, a graduate of the BSc Accounting programme at Cork University Business School at University College Cork outlines her experience of the course and her plans for the future.

My Erasmus Experience: Ellie O'Connor - EM Strasbourg Business School

Ellie O'Connor, a Commerce international with French at Cork University Business School at University College Cork, documents her Erasmus experience as part of her programme in Strasbourg, France.

Cork University Business School jointly awarded grant to lead on cross border social supermarket knowledge exchange

Cork University Business School , is proud to announce that it has been awarded a research grant from the British Academy of Management and Irish Academy of Management.

Top 5 Reasons To Become A CUBS Social Media Ambassador

Cork University Business School (CUBS) at University College Cork (UCC) are on the look out for students to become social media ambassadors for the upcoming academic year!

5 research projects seeking to make farming more sustainable

UCC's Dr Paul Bolger writes for RTÉ Brainstorm about the need for researchers to work with farmers to reduce greenhouse emissions in Ireland, highlighting projects underway at CUBS.

My Experience as a Peer-Assisted Leader (Pal)

CUBS Student Ricky Sung outlines his experience as a Peer-Assisted Leader. The Pal Programme is designed to help 1st year students transition to university life.

Apply now for the RDJ Scholarship

RDJ are pleased to award scholarships to two students from any BCL or LLB programme based on their results in law modules - €5,000 plus a twelve-week summer work placement at RDJ’s Cork office.

My Placement Experience: Laura Quinn - Dell Technologies

Laura Quinn, a Commerce student at Cork University Business School at University College Cork, documents her work placement experience as part of her programme at Dell Technologies.

4-YEAR PHD OPPORTUNITY: INNOVATION IN THE IRISH CIRCULAR BIOECONOMY

4 Year PhD opportunity Exploring Sustainable Ecosystem Innovation: A Framework for Sustainable Bioeconomy Business Models in Ireland. Teagasc Walsh Scholarship

The growing online threats to sabotage elections

Stephen Treacy of CUBS at UCC analyses how cybercriminals have upped the ante in the war on democracy with techniques that aim to disrupt and influence elections for RTÉ Brainstorm.

My Erasmus Experience: Ava-Rose Gallagher - University of Regensburg, Germany

BComm International with German student Ava-Rose Gallagher at Cork University Business School in UCC tells her Erasmus experience, studying abroad at University of Regensburg, Germany for her 3rd year

My Placement Experience: Colm Murphy - Dornan Engineering

Commerce student Colm Murphy describes his work placement experience at Dornan Engineering as part of his Undergraduate programme at Cork University Business School at UCC.

My Placement Experience: Aisling O'Halloran - Musgrave

BSc Food Marketing and Entrepreneurship student Aisling O'Halloran describes her work placement experience at Musgrave as part of her Undergraduate programme at Cork University Business School at UCC.

4-Year Funded PhD Scholarship: Media Framing and Farm Diversification

4-Year Funded PhD Scholarship: Media Framing and Farm Diversification Media framing of farm diversification and consequential interpretations: impact on farmer identity and motivation to change.

Roll with it: lessons from Oasis in running a family business

Linda Murphy of CUBS at UCC analyses the pressure and strife when it comes to working with family members, as the Gallagher brothers have shown again and again.

5 Irish social enterprises to check out

Dr Mary O'Shaughnessy, Lucas Olmedo and Flora Seddon of CUBS at UCC analyse how 4,000 social enterprises across Ireland are part of the solution to building a better society.

My Placement Experience: Maeve Culligan - Gym+Coffee

BSc Food Marketing and Entrepreneurship student Maeve Culligan describes her work placement experience at Gym+Coffee as part of her Undergraduate programme at Cork University Business School at UCC.

My Internship Experience at KPMG

Amy Mulcahy BSc Accounting student at CUBS recently completed an 8-week audit internship at KPMG. Here's a quick recap of her experience.

Exciting New Microcredentials Launching This September

The iEd hub and CUBS are thrilled to announce the launch of two innovative Microcredentials this September, designed to provide targeted, high-impact learning experiences.

Q&A How can a software update cause such chaos?

With systems across the world hit by a global IT outage being blamed on an update to Crowdstrike software, Dr Simon Woodworth, lecturer in BIS at CUBS explains what happened.

UCC Co-Delivers Summer Business Academy with UNIC Partners

This summer, the University of Dubrovnik played host to the Blended Intensive Programme organised by the Faculties of Economics and Business CUBS and other UNIC Partners.

UCC College of Business and Law's Sustainability Showcase

The College of Business and Law at University College Cork recently hosted an insightful Sustainability Research Showcase, drawing over 50 attendees from across the university.

Is the Irish labour market inclusive compared to rest of EU?

Tracy Bradfield of CUBS analyses while employment in Ireland is high compared to other EU countries, fostering labour market mobility could help to mitigate discrimination for RTE Brainstorm.

CUBS Teaching Awards 2024

We are thrilled to announce the winners of the Cork University Business School Teaching Excellence Awards 2024! These awards celebrate the exceptional contributions to education by colleagues.

Would you take financial advice from an influencer on TikTok?

Dr Olive McCarthy of CUBS analyses the growth in finfluencers providing money advice on social media, highlighting the importance of regulation to protect consumers for RTE Brainstorm.

Teagasc PhD Walsh Scholarship Opportunity - Economic, Environmental and Social Sustainability of Irish Horticulture

CUBS and Teagasc are offering a funded 4-year PhD programme, under the Teagasc Walsh Scholarship programme entitled Economic, Environmental and Social Sustainability of Irish Horticulture.

UCC and KPMG Host Business Continuity Management (BCM) & Sustainability Symposium

UCC and KPMG hosted a Business Continuity Management (BCM) & Sustainability Symposium. Local, regional, and international industry experts exchanged their best practices and lessons learned

Dr Noreen Byrne and Dr Olive McCarthy attend awarding of Agricola Medal to President Michael D. Higgins

Dr. Noreen Byrne and Dr. Olive McCarthy of CUBS accepted an invitation to attend the awarding of the Agricola Medal to President Michael D. Higgins at Aras an Uachtaráin by the United Nations FAO

What would Rational-Economic-Man say about your timewasting on Instagram?

Dr Lee-Ann Burke of CUBS discusses the economics superhero taking the lead in helping us think rationally about how we are spending our time.

CUBS Research Spotlight

An update on Research across Cork University Business School UCC.

Laoise Ní Mhurchú Postgraduate Student Cork University Business School

Laoise Ní Mhurchú, currently pursuing my MSc in Human Resource Management at CUBS, having completed an undergraduate degree in Commerce tells us about her CUBS postgraduate experience.

Elevate Your Career with a Part-Time Postgraduate Certificate in Project Management

A Part-Time PG Cert in Project Management at CUBS sets you apart from shorter courses by offering a comprehensive, research-informed curriculum that equips you with the skills and knowledge to excel

UCC Research & Innovation Awards

he UCC Research and Innovation Awards embrace this excellence in research, innovation, and entrepreneurial activity, across the entire university research community and from all disciplines.

TEAGASC PHD WALSH SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY “People in Dairy: Designing the future farm workplace requirements of Irish dairy farms”

This PhD offers an exciting opportunity to conduct innovative research to support the development of more attractive dairy farm workplaces

Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys launches first ever bursary to support Masters Students in field of rural development

The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has today launched a new bursary to support a number of Masters Students in the area of rural development.

What are soft skills - and why are they so hard to teach?

Lauren Bari of CUBS analyses soft skills, often called 'people' or ‘interpersonal’ skills consist of a range of behaviours, attitudes and competencies for RTÉ Brainstorm.

Major new report on Food & Beverage sector published

A major new report which examines the global food & beverage sector has been launched in University College Cork (UCC).

Exam Script Viewings and Consultations 2024

An update for current students in relation to the CUBS script viewing schedule for 2023-2024

The Power Project Podcast: Promoting Female Economist Voices in Media

Female economics students at the Cork University Business School (CUBS) in University College Cork are challenging underrepresentation of females in economics education through the POWER project.

IMI/CUBS Custom Executive Education Programmes Top FT Rankings in Ireland for Quality of Teaching

IMI and CUBS, part of UCC, have been recognised as the leading leading destination in Ireland for the quality of teaching on Custom Education Programmes for business executives.

Green Skills Gap: Ireland's Challenge in Meeting Demand for Sustainable Jobs

A recent LinkedIn report found that growth in demand for green skills is exceeding the increase in supply. Dr Bernadette Power examines this topic further.

CUBS graduate awarded Global Citizen Prize at Ceremony in New York

Sophie Healy-Thow, was one of five winners of the prestigious prize recognised at the Global Citizen awards ceremony in New York for her pioneering work in the field of poverty and food security.

Are there patterns to the decisions made by hurling referees?

John Considine of CUBS writes for RTE Brainstorm on research findings surrounding referees displaying compensating tendencies when awarding frees at matches.

Cornelia Hauch Skovmand BSc International Development Student Profile

Cornelia Hauch Skovmand is a second year BSc International Development student, originally from Denmark. In this Blog Cornelia outlines her experience on the programme and her time in CUBS.

A celebration of excellent high-impact postgraduate business research in 2024

CUBS hosted the annual CUBS Postgraduate Research Symposium on April 24th, with PhD students presenting their research to fellow researchers and students in a collegial and supportive environment.

Professor Stewart Smyth Inaugural Lecture

Professor in Accounting for Sustainable Business, Stewart Smyth will give his inaugural lecture on Wednesday May 8th, entitled "Accountants will save the world... really!"

HRB Summer Student Scholarship 2024 Award

Congratulations to Anthony Goodings, the recipient of a Health Research Board (HRB) Summer Student Scholarship 2024 ,to lead work on the Wear and Share Study along with the PI Dr John O’Donoghue (BIS

CUBS secure Horizon Europe funding to support vulnerable groups in the EU labour market.

Cork University Business School has secured Horizon Europe funding to support vulnerable groups in the EU labour market.

BSc International Development: 5 key reasons to take this programme

Dr Edward Lahiff outlines the key reason why someone interested in the BSc International Development should enroll in the programme.

NCFB launches Succession Intentions Report

National Centre for Family Business (NCFB) launched the report, 'To Join or Not to Join? Understanding the Succession Intentions of Next-generation Family Business Members',

Cork University Business School, University College Cork is awarded its first Athena SWAN Bronze Award

The Athena SWAN Bronze Award recognises the School’s commitment to gender equality in higher education.

CUBS Leaders of Tomorrow awarded at ceremony

Cork University Business School Leaders of Tomorrow is a student-centric school-wide initiative to reward the significant impact of students beyond the classroom and academic grades.

UCC named as one of 14 recipients of grants to civil society organizations for development projects

UCC is delighted to be named as one of 14 recipients of grants to civil society organizations for development projects aimed at the improvement of the lives of poor and vulnerable communities globally

Professor Michelle Carr Inaugural Lecture

Professor Michelle Carr is a Professor in Accounting (Sustainable Business) at Cork University Business School, UCC and recently appointed Head of Department.

The CUBS BComm Showcase Podcast is available now!

CUBS at University College Cork is delighted to launch the BComm Showcase Podcast!

CUBS PhD Scholarship Opportunity in Management (Human Resources)/Economics

Applications are now open for a CUBS UCC PhD Scholarship opportunity under the project titled “Evaluating Flexible Working – Policies, Practices and Impacts" within the Department of Economics.

What's your psychological contract with your employer?

CUBS PhD candidate Olivia O'Leary writes for RTE Brainstorm about the psychological contract which surrounds the implicit expectations and obligations that we have at work.

Teagasc PhD Walsh scholarship oppurtunity “Enhancing Sustainability of the Irish Agri-Food Sector”

The PhD Scholarship is a research project supported by the Teagasc Walsh Scholarship funding. It is envisaged that the scholarship will commence in July or October 2024. The candidate will be based in

PhD Scholarship: The workplace of the future: the impact on the organisation, the employee and society

The PhD Scholarship is a research project supported by InterTradeIreland project funding and the Department of Management and Marketing of Cork University Business School

Nominations Open For CUBS Teaching Awards 2023-24

Nominations are now open for the 2023-24 CUBS Teaching Awards. Nominations can be made by fellow CUBS staff or by students.

Cork University Business School PhD Scholarships (Funded – 4 Years)

Cork University Business School (CUBS), University College Cork invites motivated and talented graduates with outstanding academic records to apply to our funded PhD Scholarship scheme.

Could care co-operatives be an answer to Ireland's home care crisis?

Carol Power and Caroline Crowley of CUBS write for RTE Brainstorm on the results of their recent report on co-operatives being an alternative for Ireland's home care crisis.

Winners announced at UCC College of Business and Law Scholarships and Prizes Awards Ceremony

The UCC College of Business and Law Scholarships and Prizes Award Ceremony took place in the Devere Hall on Thursday March 14th.

B2B Marketing Workshop

Over 3 days at CUBS a group of B2B marketing academics from Ireland, the UK, Norway and Australia held a workshop with participants from a range of industries.

Home care co-operatives can play a large role for older people care in Ireland, new report finds.

Home care co-operatives could play a large role to help meet the growing needs of Ireland’s older people, a new report outlines today.

CUBS Hosts the Fourth Masterclass in Health Economics featuring a line up of International Speakers

The Masterclass in Health Economics, hosted by CUBS is the fourth successful successful class, providing early career researchers the opportunity to engage with prominent health economics researchers.

CUBS 30% Club UCC Executive MBA Scholarship Awardee Catherine Sheridan

CUBS, in association with the 30% Club, established this scholarship to help promote women in taking on leadership roles within companies and organisations.

The Importance of Women in Business and Technology- bIS Podcast

Cork University Business School, UCC is proud to share its inaugural Podcast! The importance of women in technology, launch in conjunction with International Women's Day.

Celebrating International Womens Day at Cork University Business School

This International Womens Day, we're highlighting the inspiring women that make up the CUBS community.

5 issues around cash and ATMs which new legislation will address

Dr Olive McCarthy of CUBS writes for RTE about how maintaining choice in how Irish consumers can pay for goods and services is fundamental to an inclusive society

If you follow the degrowth agenda, it leads to an economy that looks a lot like the sickly UK

CUBS Adjunct Professor Eoin McLaughlin writes for The Conversation about the popularity or the degrowth movement over recent years and the issues surrounding this trend.

Horizon Europe Phd Scholarship Opportunity

The Dept of Economics,invites motivated and talented graduates with outstanding academic records to apply for a Horizon Europe PhD funded position.

CUBS ANNUAL REPORT 2023

CUBS 2023 Annual Report, a comprehensive reflection of the journey everyone at Cork University Business school has undertaken together over the past year.

CUBS Students Travel to Florida for Heavener International Case Competition

CUBS Students Alina Buga, Sarah Lisson, Timothy McGrath and Shane Connor along with Prof. Edward Shinnick, who recently represented CUBS at the Heavener International Business Case Competition

Minister Paschal Donohoe meets members of UCC Economics Society

UCC was delighted to welcome Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform, Paschal Donohoe, to campus on Tuesday, 20 February.

Cork University Business School at University College Cork receives re-accreditation from Association of MBAs

Cork University Business School achieves AMBA-accreditation confirming itself in the top 2% of business schools globally with AMBA re-accreditation

CUBS PhD DISCUSS workshops

Phd sessions that provide useful personal and professional developmental tips and techniques to survive and thrive on the PhD journey whilst also providing the platform to build your PhD peer network.

Will big money kill off community ownership in League of Ireland?

CUBS graduate Barry Kearney and Dr Olive McCarthy of the Centre of Co-operative Studies write for RTE Brainstorm about the changing face of club ownership in the League of Ireland.

AIB PhD Scholarship Opportunity - Energy demand scenarios in a context of degrowth. Investigating opportunities and constraints

Applications are now open for a PhD Scholarship for a project titled “Energy demand scenarios in a context of degrowth. Investigating opportunities and constraints”.

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