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Master of Business Administration - Finance

Master's degree, Business and management. Dublin Business School, Dublin, County of Dublin, Ireland.

Level
Master's degree
Field
Business and management
School
Dublin Business School
Location
Dublin, County of Dublin, Ireland
Tuition (first year)
14,500 EUR
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Jan 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
10,000 EUR a year
School type
Private

Program overview

Master of Business Administration - Finance is a master's degree program in business and management at Dublin Business School, a private institution in Dublin, County of Dublin, Ireland, founded in 1975.

First-year tuition is listed at 14,500 EUR and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027.

Applications to Dublin Business School typically receive a decision in 4 days and 1 hour, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 24,500 EUR for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Immigration sets a minimum level of funds that you must show in addition to first-year fees. Check the current amount on the Irish immigration site, and confirm tuition fees with your institution.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (EUR)
Tuition, first year14,500 EUR
Living costs, first year (school estimate)10,000 EUR
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total24,500 EUR

How the tuition compares in Ireland

Our directory lists 105 master's degree programs in business and management at 13 schools in Ireland. Their median first-year tuition is 18,400 EUR, and the middle half cost between 14,500 EUR and 22,300 EUR.

At 14,500 EUR, Master of Business Administration - Finance is 21% below the median, in the most affordable quarter. The full range runs from 11,980 EUR to 37,300 EUR.

Lower-cost master's degree options in business and management

If budget matters, these master's degree programs in business and management have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Ireland.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
Professional Masters Education (P.M.E.) - BusinessTrinity College Dublin, Dublin11,980 EUR
Master of Science - Sustainable Energy System ManagementTechnological University of the Shannon - Moylish, Limerick13,000 EUR
Master of Science - Digital Media and Business Analytics - (SE21G)South East Technological University - Wexford Campus, Wexford13,500 EUR
Master of Arts - AccountingAtlantic Technological University - Donegal - Letterkenny, Letterkenny14,000 EUR
Master of Science - Business AnalyticsAtlantic Technological University - Galway - Dublin Road, Galway City14,000 EUR
Master of Science - Digital Media and MarketingAtlantic Technological University - Mayo, Castlebar14,000 EUR

Plan for the Jan 2027 intake

Working back from a Jan 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September is the main intake, with January and sometimes May intakes at some institutions.

ByStep
March 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
May 2026Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
July 2026Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
September 2026Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
December 2026Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

Dublin Business School sets the exact entry requirements for Master of Business Administration - Finance. For a master's degree, applicants usually need the following.

IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and other tests are widely accepted. Institutions publish their own minimum scores.

  • A completed bachelor's degree, with transcripts and degree certificate.
  • A statement of purpose explaining why this program fits your plans.
  • Academic or employer references, and a CV if you have work experience.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: Study visa

Students from India need a Study visa to study in Ireland. Immigration Service Delivery (Irish Department of Justice) decides the application.

Irish institutions run English-taught programmes at every level and the immigration system publishes lists of eligible programmes. Check that your course is on the eligible list, then follow the online visa process.

  • Choose an eligible course and institution and apply for admission.
  • Accept the offer and pay any required fee. Check that the programme appears on the list of eligible programmes.
  • Prepare proof of funds, private medical insurance, passport and academic documents.
  • Complete the online visa application, pay the fee and submit supporting documents as instructed.

After you graduate

The Third Level Graduate Programme allows eligible graduates a limited period to remain and seek work. The length depends on the level of the qualification. Check the current terms on the official site.

Scholarships at Dublin Business School

Check the eligibility rules for each scholarship before you apply. Some are applied automatically, others need a separate application.

  • FIDERH Scholarship for Mexican Students: Varies
  • Overseas Students Partial Scholarship: €500 - €1,000 EUR

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against Master of Business Administration - Finance and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Master of Business Administration - Finance?

First-year tuition is listed at 14,500 EUR. Living costs are extra; Dublin Business School estimates 10,000 EUR a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Master of Business Administration - Finance a degree?

It is listed as a master's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.

Which visa do I need to study in Ireland?

You need a Study visa, decided by Immigration Service Delivery (Irish Department of Justice). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Dublin Business School, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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