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CUBS PhD Scholarship Economics

Cork University Business School (CUBS) is offering 1 PhD scholarship in Economics to commence in October 2025. This project is funded through collaboration with the UNIC Initiative

CUBS PhD Scholarship 2025 (Management & Marketing; Food Business & Development)

Two PhD scholarships are being offered by CUBS each including EU tuition fees and a €25,000 stipend; if a non-EU candidate is awarded, the non-EU portion of the fees will be waived.

Celebrating Impact Beyond the Classroom: CUBS Leaders of Tomorrow 2025 Award Winners Announced

Cork University Business School Leaders of Tomorrow (LoT) is a student-centric school-wide initiative to recognise the substantial impact of students beyond the classroom and academic grades.

CUBS Academics Secure Over €650,000 for Innovative Wool Sustainability Project

Three researchers from the Department of Economics at CUBS, UCC, have secured funding as part of a groundbreaking project aimed at revitalising Ireland’s wool industry through sustainable innovation.

UCC Students contribute to UL-led student road safety initiative highlights ‘deadly consequences’ of distracted driving

UCC marketing students contributed to a road safety initiative led by ULand An Garda Síochána which sa third-level students highlight the deadly consequences of distracted driving.

As Featured in RTÉ Brainstorm: What lessons from Brexit can Irish firms use to deal with US tariffs?

Michelle Carr, professor in Accounting (Sustainable Business) and Head of Department writes for RTÉ Brainstorm.

Graduate Profile: Emmet Crotty

Emmet Crotty graduated from CUBS with a BSc in Business Information Systems (BIS) and has used his degree and experience as a musician to create his own company Gigify.

As Featured in RTÉ Brainstorm: How storms, cyberattacks and wars show cash is still king

Dr Olive McCarthy, senior lecturer and director of the Centre for Co-operative Studies at CUBS writes for RTÉ Brainstorm.

As Featured in RTÉ Brainstorm: Will the price of my weekly grocery shop ever fall?

Dr Oliver Browne, Lecturer in the Department of Accounting and Finance at CUBS writes for RTÉ Brainstorm.

As Featured in RTÉ Brainstorm: Why it matters where the chocolate in your Easter egg comes from

AJ Nagle, PhD student in the Centre for Co-operative Studies at CUBS writes for RTÉ Brainstorm.

Fulbright Scholar Program 2026/27 – Applications Now Open

We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Fulbright Scholar Program 26/27. We are seeking to attract an outstanding scholar whose work aligns closely with our vision and values

BComm Convention 2025

Our Annual BComm convention. Hear from programme Director Dr Rosemary Murphy and students as they outline their Market Games Project.

As Featured in RTÉ Brainstorm: Why is the price I'm paying for steak going up and up?

Conor Loughnane, Lecturer in the Department of Accounting and Finance at CUBS writes for RTÉ Brainstorm.

The CUBS Food Marketing and Entrepreneurship Podcast is available now!

In this episode, five students from the Food Marketing and Entrepreneurship programme sit down for an open conversation about their experiences so far.

As Featured in RTÉ Brainstorm: What are Irish people doing with their record savings of €163 billion?

Dr Oliver Browne, Lecturer in the Department of Accounting and Finance at CUBS writes for RTÉ Brainstorm.

PhD Scholarship (Funded – 4 Years) Women, Entrepreneurship & Technology

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

Call for Papers Fertility and the Workplace

The challenges women face in the workplace regarding reproductive healthcare are becoming increasingly complex and politicized. Open for Submissions: June 2nd– September 1st, 2025

CUBS Research Spotlight Issue 2

We are delighted to share the 2nd issue of the CUBS Research Spotlight newsletter. This issue gives a glimpse into some of our recent funding successes, recognising the many notable achievements.

As Featured in RTÉ Brainstorm: Why has the price of gold surged to record levels?

Dr Fergal O'Connor, Senior Lecturer Financial Economics at CUBS writes for RTÉ Brainstorm.

Nominations Open For CUBS Teaching Awards 2024-25

Nominations are now open for the 2024-25 CUBS Teaching Awards. Nominations can be made by fellow CUBS staff or by students.

The UCC Executive MBA at CUBS is in the top 30 of CEO Magazine's Global MBA Rankings for 2025.

Cork University Business School is proud to announce that our Executive MBA program has been ranked 27th Globally in the CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings for 2025.

UCC LAUNCHES NEW FINANCIAL LITERACY RESOURCES DURING GLOBAL MONEY WEEK 2025

This week marks Global Money Week (March 17th-23rd,), an annual initiative led by the OECD International Network on Financial Education (OECD/INFE) to promote financial awareness among young people.

As Featured in the Irish Examiner: Covid — Five years on: 'I found it hard to readjust to life as it was before'

Final year International Business with Languages student Ava-Rose Gallagher shares her experience as a CUBS student at UCC and the last five years with the Irish Examiner.

Heavener International Case Competition

Final year commerce student Lucie O'Neil along with her team represent Cork University Business School at the Heavener International Case Competition in Gainesville, Florida.

UCC Researchers Secure Funding for Health Economic Analysis of Electrochemotherapy in Ireland

Dr. Aileen Murphy, alongside co-applicants Dr. Ann Kirby and Prof. James Clover, has secured €49,999 in funding for a groundbreaking study on the health economics of electrochemotherapy in Ireland.

As Featured in Silicon Republic: How this graduate managed imposter syndrome with a strong network

Patrick Tiernan, MSc ISBP (Information Systems for Business Performance) Graduate, was featured in Silicon Republic.

Executive MBA Scholarships at Cork University Business School (CUBS), UCC – Apply Now

Cork University Business School at UCC is pleased to offer a range of Executive MBA scholarships designed to support talented professionals in their leadership journey.

Student Inc. is Now Open for Applications from UCC Students

Apply to Ireland’s Longest Running Student Entrepreneurship Accelerator Programme: Student Inc. is Now Open for Applications from UCC Students.

VistaMilk Research Scholarship

VistaMilk represents a unique collaboration between 13 Agri-Food and ICT research institutes and leading Irish/multinational food and ICT companies. The Centre is hosted by Teagasc.

UCC and IMI Graduate Deirdre Ní Choistín appointed director general of TG4

Congratulations to Deirdre Ní Choistín, graduate from our Masters in Business, Advanced Strategic Performance, leadership and innovation programme who was recently appointed director general of TG4.

Introducing The Leadership Conversation Series at CUBS

Cork University Business School is excited to announce the launch of The Leadership Conversation Series, a new initiative designed to bring together influential leaders from across business and beyond

Building Innovation Capability seminar series

To support SME competitiveness on an All-Ireland basis, 4 universities including UCC have partnered to design and deliver a free 4-part seminar , entitled Building Innovation Capability for Business

Top 5 Reasons to Consider MSc in Information Systems for Business Performance

So, you’re coming to the end of your undergrad and thinking, what next? Or maybe you are thinking of changing your career path, and you want a career that’s interesting, well-paid, and going somewhere

CUBS Celebrates Student Excellence at Inaugural Work Placement Awards

Cork University Business School (CUBS) proudly hosted its first-ever Student Work Placement Awards, celebrating the outstanding achievements of students across six undergraduate programs.

As Featured in RTÉ Brainstorm: Why are my phone & broadband bills going up (and up) mid-contract?

Dr Oliver Browne, Lecturer in the Department of Accounting and Finance at CUBS writes for RTÉ Brainstorm.

Student Profile: Veyda Brickley

Veyda Brickley recently completed her BComm International with Hispanic Studies (BSc International Business with Languages) at UCC and shares her experiences, including her Erasmus year in Barcelona.

Exam Script Viewings and Consultations 2025

An update for current students in relation to the CUBS script viewing schedule for 2024-2025

As Featured in RTÉ Brainstorm: What factors decide if a bank says yes or no to my mortgage application?

Dr Oliver Browne, Lecturer in the Department of Accounting and Finance at CUBS writes for RTÉ Brainstorm.

CUBS Students honored at UCC Graduate Awards Ceremony

CUBS graduates Cara Griffin and Dearbhla Richardson were awarded at UCC’s Graduate Awards Ceremony, highlighting their achievements for their academic excellence and contributions to student life.

As Featured in RTÉ Brainstorm: Here's how financial literacy affects the money in your pocket

Dr Oliver Browne, Lecturer in the Department of Accounting and Finance at CUBS write for RTÉ Brainstorm.

CUBS Student Adam Murphy Succeeds in World and National Rowing Events

Adam Murphy, a Quercus Scholar and second-year Business Information Systems (BIS), Cork University Business School (CUBS) student, has had an exciting few months.

Dr. Stephen Treacy and Team Win Prestigious Kauffman Best Student Paper Award

Dr. Stephen Treacy and his team have been honoured with the Kauffman Best Student Paper Award at the International Conference on Information Systems (ICIS) in Bangkok.

CUBS Finance Students Travel to Vancouver for 2025 National Investment Banking Competition

CUBS Finance Students Lia O’ Brien, Michael Dore, Oisín Mac Sweeney, Eoghan O’Sullivan, and Barry McCarthy competed in the 2025 National Investment Banking Competition, held in Vancouver Canada.

CUBS Host Annual Bcomm Employability Showcase

We hosted the Annual BComm Employability Showcase. The event was a significant opportunity to explore the Unique Features of the Commerce CK201 programme.

Graduate Kate English Named Deloitte Ireland's first Chief Economist

MSc Economics graduate, Kate English has been appointed Deloitte Ireland's first ever Chief Economist.Kate joined Deloitte in December 22, where she established and led the Real Estate Research team.

Cork University Business School Hosts Prestigious 7th AAE Conference

Cork University Business School's Accounting and Finance department had the honor of hosting the 7th Accounting, Auditing, and Accountability (AAE) Conference.

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

Why we fall for Black Friday shopping scams - and what we can do about it

Stephen Treacy of Cork University Business School UCC writes for RTE Brainstorm about the danger of shopping scams on consumers on Black Friday.

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