UCD Smurfit: Calling all Applicants (Sept 2015 Intake) Class of 2016!

Hi guys

Can anyone tell what are the prospects for non-European (Indian) of finding a job in Ireland and Europe after doing MBA from UCD Micheal Smurfit.
How does it work for work-permits and getting a PR in Ireland?
Does it have any advantage over US mid-tier business schools?
I have 7 years work-experience in IT consulting and software development.
GMAT: 720
TOEFL: 110

Thanks

I got an admit from UCD Smurfit with a 50% scholarship . Will most probably join the course . Heard that the job prospects in Ireland is good especially for people from IT back ground . Taking the cost factor into account , I think Smurfit would be a better option when compared with the US B Schools . I am looking forward to working in Ireland post my MBA. . Hope things go well . You will get 1 year stayback in Ireland once you complete the course so that you can search for a job . Did you apply for intake this year ?

I heard that IT related job openings are limited and highly selective and during my interview they enquired about my interest in pharma companies.

I am not sure about the actual situation but I got information from some Smurfit alumni about job openings in IT sector . I have some relatives settled in Ireland and I got similar response from them too .

I have decided to go for it, 2015 intake . I think Its a good option even without scholarship considering the cost factor for similar schools in the US. Do you have any idea for marketing/finance job prospects in the country? .

If you check with the admissions co-ordinators , they will provide you some contacts , and maybe you can talk to them . You will get a better picture then .

Hi Nitin

I too have the admit with 50 percent scholarship. I also have an offer from Mays business school Texas with scholarship close to 60%.
I have made the initial deposit, but I have still not decided. Most of the people have been suggesting me US. But I am still doing my research. Can you tell me how good is Ireland from mobility perspective?

Mandeep

From a mobility perspective , I guess US would be a better option . There will be several positive and negative aspects that you need to weigh while selecting a b school . Finally ,it is upto you what to decide .

Hi,

I'm planning to apply for Smurfit Sept 2016 intake. Can anyone help me on the below questions:

1) With the below details, can you please let me know whether I'm eligible for a English language test waiver ?
FYI - 1) My GMAT score is 660 (Q-45 V-36 AWA-5.5 IR-6) and CGPA is 3.8/4 (8.8/10)
2) All my education including my 4 year engineering course (Madras Institute of Technology, Anna University) has been in English;
3) I took IELTS on 25/08/2010 and my overall score is 7.0
4) I have worked with English speaking clients - in London, UK close to 1 year, and in Stockholm,Sweden for 15 months

2) W.r.to the scholarships, what is the maximum % of tuition fee waiver can I expect/eligible (please note my GMAT score is less than 700 and most of the scholarships they offer is only for a score above 700) ?

3) what about the IT job opportunities in Ireland ?

Many thanks in advance for your replies.

Apart from the GMAT based scholarships, there are a few other scholarships available too. The value of these scholarships range from 25% to 50% of the total fees. For more information on the scholarships, you may follow the link : https://www.smurfitschool.ie/scholarships/mba/ .

The IT sector in Ireland looks good. Seems there are many opportunities available.

Thanks Nitin I will check it out. Is there any possible input you can provide on my language waiver question ? I have also asked the admissions committee but haven't got any reply from them.

Well, I had asked the same question last year. So I'm almost sure you'll have to take an English language test (IELTS or TOEFL) again. But its better that you wait for their reply and then decide.

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