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Dr. Séamus McDermott Entrepreneurial Scholarship

UCC is pleased to open the 2025 application process for the Dr. Séamus McDermott Entrepreneurial Scholarship thanks to a generous philanthropic gift from The Liffey Trust.

6 daily decisions you make (or don't) using AI

The place where AI's influence is felt most is the place we look least closely - the everyday stuff like banking, shopping, travel, CVs, streaming and hospitals. Dr Stephen Treacy for RTE Brainstorm.

Male bosses in Ireland need training on female menopause as study shows low knowledge in workplace

Male colleagues and managers in Ireland know little about menopause in the workplace, according to a new study carried out by academics at CUBS and the University of Galway.

UCC celebrates excellence in postgraduate research at Three Minute Thesis final 2025

Áine Gorman, a postgraduate student in the Department of Economics wins UCC's 2025 Three Minute Thesis competition

Deloitte Partners with Cork University Business School to Celebrate Dean’s Scholars for 2025

Cork University Business School (CUBS) is delighted to continue its partnership with Deloitte in recognising academic excellence through the Dean’s Scholars List for the upcoming academic year.

TEAGASC PHD WALSH SCHOLARS OPPORTUNITY

The PhD Scholarship is a joint research project between Teagasc Moorepark and Cork University Business School, UCC.

CUBS Academics React to Budget 2026

Academics from Cork University Business School, University College Cork, shared expert analysis across national media following the announcement of Budget 2026.

Four CUBS Professors Ranked Among the World’s Top 2% of Scientists

CUBS UCC is proud to announce that four of its leading academics have been recognised among the world’s Top 2% of Scientists, as identified in the Stanford/Elsevier global database.

The ieBusiness Podcast: CUBS UCC Finance lecturer John O'Brien calls out EU's 'weak' approach to US trade deal

CUBS UCC lecturer in finance and accounting John O'Brien talks to Irish Examiner Business Journalist Emer Walsh about the EU/US Trade deal in the wake of Donald Trump's punitive tariff measures.

Will Budget 2026 do anything about the prices you pay for groceries?

Analysis: The use of any budget measures to relieve the cost of living crisis is limited by fiscal constraints and economic uncertainty. Dr Oliver Browne writes for RTE Brainstorm.

My placement experience – Prome Hossain, Commerce

Final year Comerce student Prome Hossain shares her placement experience on the Finance team with Gilead Sciences in Cork.

Nato leaders pledge increased defence spending – is this really the price for peace and prosperity?

Is increased defence spending really the necessary price for greater peace and prosperity? Dr Damian Tobin Lecturer in International Business at CUBS UCC writes for the Conversation.

LEGO Serious Play Workshop Builds Strong Foundations for MSc ISBP Teams

Cork University Business School recently hosted a LEGO® Serious Play® workshop for students on the MSc Information Systems for Business Performance programme.

CUBS BIS Students Take on SAP Business Challenge

CUBS Hosted an ERPsim Lab business game in Aula Maxima, where 50 Business Information Systems undergraduates took part in a high-pressure simulation powered by SAP.

My Placement Experience- Carolann Ryan, BSc Food Marketing and Entrepreneurship

BSc Food Marketing and Entrepreneurship student Carolann Ryan shares her experience as an Exports Intern with Tirlán.

UCC and Matheson Hackathon

Join other students from UCC to brainstorm the use of AI in cybersecurity. This is a fun opportunity to dive into critical issues at the intersection of technology, law and ethics. Don't miss out!

My Internship Experience - Zach Dinan, BSc International Business with Languages

BSc International Business with Languages student Zach Dinan reflects on his internship with Tickmill in Cypris, and how his experience prepped him for his future career and final year studies.

Finance student Dylan Dunne secures place on Enterprise Ireland’s New Frontiers programme!

Congratulations to Dylan Dunne, 4th year BSc Finance student at Cork University Business School, University College Cork for securing a place on Enterprise Ireland’s New Frontiers programme

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!

A guide to AI models: do you know your ChatGPT from your Grok?

Analysis: Choosing an AI model to use means making a call between different ecosystems and tools based on issues of data, privacy, cost and trust. Dr Stephen Treacy writes for RTE Brainstorm.

New Study Illuminates What Drives Smartwatch Use and Health Data Sharing Comfort Levels

A recent JMIR cross-sectional survey examined factors driving continuous smartwatch use and users’ comfort in sharing health data with physicians, public health authorities, and private companies.

CUBS Researchers Selected for Prestigious Lindau Economics Meeting

CUBS researchers have been selected to take part in the prestigious Lindau Meeting on Economic Sciences, an international forum that brings together Nobel Laureates, and leading economists.

My Placement Experience - Megan Murphy, BSc Business Information Systems

BSc BIS student Megan Murphy reflects on her placement at AbbVie, and how her learnings both challenged her and helped inspire her future career.

UCC Researchers Awarded €4.9m Funding for Digital Health Solutions for Maternal and Child Health in Africa

A UCC led project, LINDA-FAMILIA, meaning “Protect the Family” in Swahili, has been funded under the Horizon Europe Programme to revolutionise maternal and child health in East Africa.

EU capitulation to US in trade deal shows weakness of the bloc

Dr. John O’Brien in the Irish Examiner: The EU and US agreed a trade framework increasing tariffs on EU exports, with potential impacts on competitiveness, GDP, and future negotiations.

Exam Script Viewings and Consultations 2025

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

Our capstone consultancy project, Multi perspective AI Investment Framework

ISBP Student Harikrishnan describes outlines his capstone consultancy project, Multi perspective AI Investment Framework, focused on helping IT leaders make smarter, faster AI investment decisions

My Placement Experience – EY (Audit & Assurance) Eoghan Fitzgerald – BSc Finance

BSc Finance student Eoghan Fitzgerald reflects on his rewarding EY internship, highlighting hands-on audit experience, teamwork, and clarity on his future career path.

MSc Commerce Scholarship – (Two Year) Social and Cooperative Economy

The Department of Food Business and Development periodically offers MSc Scholarships which are open to both Home/EU and international students.

CUBS Alum Shannen O'Reilly behind life-saving food allergy app

MSc Food Business and Innovation alumni Shannen O’Reilly is the founder of TrustDish, an app available to both retail and hospitality businesses, as well as customers themselves.

Graduate Profile: Rían Doyle

Recent MSc Management & Marketing student Rían Doyle shares about his experience in the programme including his work placement with the PM Group.

40 Under 40: a spotlight on the accountancy sector's young talent

CUBS alumni Cian Higgins, Head of Quantitative Solutions at Forvis Mazars, was featured on DMG Media Ireland's 40 under 40 series.

MSc Business Analytics Students Deliver Impactful Presentations in the Aula Maxima!

29 MSc Business Analytics student groups showcased an impressive range of projects, applying advanced analytics to address real-world challenges across the globe.

We’re Hiring at Cork University Business School, University College Cork.

We are currently recruiting for several academic, research and professional staff positions.

Global Marketing Experts Gather at UCC for Landmark Academy of Marketing Conference

Marketing leaders, academics, and researchers from around the world have arrived in Cork for the Academy of Marketing Conference 2025. The week-long event brings together over 300 delegates.

Breda O’Callaghan (BIS alumna) of KPMG Ireland has been named the Ireland winner of Microsoft’s 2025 Power Women in Tech Awards.

The announcement was made by Microsoft on June 24, 2025, recognizing outstanding female tech leaders across the EMEA partner ecosystem. Breda is a Business Informations Systems Graduate.

Full On Entrepreneurship-themed Summer At Cork University Business School

This summer, Cork University Business School has been particularly active with its offerings of entrepreneurial activities that span across the country and numerous industry sectors.

UCC Global Research Scholar Scheme (GRSS)

The UCC Global Research Scholar Scheme (GRSS) is open to research students registered for PhDs at non-EU partner institutions of UCC.

IFAMA World Conference & Case Competition in Brazil

MSc Business Economics student Shubhojit Bagchi, along with his three teammates, represented Cork University Business School at the IFAMA World Conference and Student Case Study Competition in Brazil

MSc Scholarship Opportunity: SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS (RETAIL)

Cork University Business School (CUBS) offering 2-year MSc scholarship for Sustainable Food Systems (Retail). Closing date is 1 September 2025.

The story of the secret cyber attack on Iran's nuclear sites

Analysis: The Stuxnet digital virus attack, discovered in 2010, was a major setback for Iran's nuclear ambitions and sparked a global cyber boom. Dr Stephen Treacy writes in RTE Brainstorm

BComm Students Win Prestigious 2025 Musgrave Intern Award

Huge congratulations to BComm students Abbey Hanlon Mahar, Ciara O'Connor, and Ellie O'Sullivan, who have won the 2025 Musgrave Intern Innovation Award.

Academy of Marketing Conference 2025

It is a great source of pleasure to welcome the Academy of Marketing Conference to Cork University Business School at University College Cork, Ireland in the summer of 2025.

UCC researchers to provide a roadmap for Ireland’s government-wide circular economy strategy

The ‘Supporting and scaling up the just transition to the circular economy’ (Scaling4JustCETransition) project will tackle a major gap in circular economy research in Ireland

PhD Scholarship Opportunity: Sustainability and Dairy Farming

This prestigious PhD Scholarship offers an annual stipend along with fee contribution; funding is provided as part of the BiOrbic Research Ireland Centre for Bioeconomy, in collaboration UCC & Teagasc

MSc Commerce Scholarship Opportunity

Cork University Business School (CUBS) and its departments offering MSc scholarships, open to both Home/EU and international students.

University College Cork joins meeting of UNIC Faculties of Economics and Social Sciences at University of Lodz.

Dr JB McCarthy, Vice Dean Internationalisation & External Engagement at Cork University Business School, represented UCC at a recent meeting of faculties from across the UNIC alliance of universities

Cork University Business School Awarded the Pieta Amber Flag for Mental Health and Wellbeing Initiatives

We’re proud to share that Cork University Business School has been awarded the Pieta Amber Flag

Reflecting on the 2025 Research Showcase – Exploring Sustainability Through Research

The College of Business and Law hosted its 2025 Research Showcase at the Western Gate Building a day dedicated to highlighting the impactful sustainability research happening across the College.

Sustainability Hackathon for Marie Curie Researchers

Cork University Business School hosted a Hackathon for Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) funded doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers on 12th June 2025.

Alex Kendellen Irish International Call Up

Everyone at CUBS is immensely proud of current Food Marketing and Entrepreneurship programme student Alex Kendellen on his first call up to the Irish Senior Rugby team.

The CUBS BComm Podcast is available now!

In this episode, four students from the Commerce programme sit down for an open conversation about their experiences so far.

Why a Research Stay at UCC?

Tanja Tauschek, a visiting PhD student at CUBS, talks about her research at the UCC, her passion for gender equality and why her PhD became a shared family adventure.

Cork University Business School at UCC and the GPA Team Up to Offer Postgraduate Scholarships to GAA Players

CUBS at UCC and the Gaelic Players Association have partnered to offer two new postgraduate scholarships, designed to support GPA members pursuing taught master’s degrees at CUBS.

Department of Economics Hosting Marie Curie Doctoral Network Summer School at UCC

The Department of Economics in Cork University Business School, are delighted to host the 2025 Summer School and secondment for the RETORNA MSCA Doctoral Network Programme over two weeks in June.

2025 CUBS Postgraduate Research Symposium: Advancing Knowledge, Shaping Change

On Thursday, 22 May 2025, CUBS hosted its annual Postgraduate Research Symposium, bringing together PhD students, supervisors and faculty for a vibrant day of knowledge exchange and community building

Graduate Profile: Luke O'Donovan - MSc in Management and Marketing

Luke, a recent graduate of the MSc in Management and Marketing degree at Cork University Business School (CUBS) at University College Cork (UCC) shares his experience of the programme.

College of Business and Law Honours Outstanding Student Achievements

The College of Business and Law at University College Cork recently held its annual scholarships and prizes ceremony, celebrating the exceptional accomplishments of its students.

CUBS Launches Equal Futures Scholarship to Support Women in Business

CUBS is proud to announce the Equal Futures Scholarship, a new initiative aimed at empowering the next generation of female business leaders.

Economics Society Students Visit Taoiseach at Government Buildings

Students from the Economics Society had the unique opportunity to visit Government Buildings in Dublin as part of the society’s initiative to bridge academic learning with real-world policymaking.

A myriad of items on the Minister’s in-tray

The Health Minister faces a full agenda, with numerous ongoing issues to manage – and no doubt new challenges on the horizon. – Brian Turner writes for the medical independent.

Business and Brilliance: CUBS Students Star in UCC Hockey Triumph

CUBS Shines in UCC Hockey’s Unprecedented Triple Win

Global food and beverage sector faces intense uncertainty from tariff threats and weak consumer sentiment reveals major new report

The global food and beverage sector faces "intense uncertainty" from tariff threats, weakening consumer sentiment and ongoing cost of living pressures, a new report launched by University College Cork

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.

TEAGASC PHD WALSH SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY

This PhD offers an exciting opportunity to undertake innovative research to support the sustainability of the Irish agri-food sector through examination of alternative value streams.

CUBS Researchers to Drive Market Innovation in Ireland’s Anaerobic Digestion Sector

Researchers from Cork University Business School have joined a major new initiative to unlock the economic potential of anaerobic digestion (AD) in Ireland.

We Are Hiring : Join our Part-Time Teaching Panel 2025–26

We are inviting applications from suitably qualified individuals with relevant experience who are interested in tutoring and/or lecturing on an hourly occasional part-time basis

Management Phd Scholarship Opportunity

CUBS is offering a PhD scholarship to commence in October 2025. This scholarship is open to both Home/EU and international students and will cover fees (EU/non-EU) and a monthly stipend for 4-years

Post-Doctoral Researcher, Cork University Business School

Cork University Business School invites applications for a motivated and research-focused individual to join the UCC TEAGASC DAFM-funded EMIT-CHANGE project in the role of Post-Doctoral Researcher.

CUBS PhD Scholarship 2025: Food Business & Development

We are offering a PhD scholarship to commence in Oct 2025. This scholarship is open to both Home/EU and international students and will cover fees (EU/non-EU) and a monthly stipend for a 4-year period

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

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.

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.

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.

Cross-border collaboration project aims to help small businesses align with UN Sustainable Development Goals

UCC researchers have been awarded €12,500 funding to lead a groundbreaking six-month project exploring sustainable business practices in the artisan food and drink sector across Ireland and Scotland.

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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