Overview

Graduates will function as highly competent self-aware senior leaders, capable of informing strategy and guiding teams at the highest level in their sector.

This MSc in Applied Leadership and Management in the Public Sector at the Atlantic Technological University is work-focused and applied in nature, focusing on inter-disciplinary application. Graduates will draw on the latest research and methodology to critically reflect on and optimise service delivery in their specialist area.

Job Opportunities

This programme offers an excellent opportunity for graduates to move to the next stage of their career.

It is also of distinct benefit to those who wish to enhance their effectiveness as a leader and a manager in the position that they hold.

Graduates will benefit from enhanced leadership and management competencies and applied skills that will improve their employability and effectiveness as professionals.

Holders of this qualification will be able to capitalise on the opportunities that emerge from reform and re-structuring in the Health, Social Care and Public Sectors.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Employment Law and Finance

Governance and Compliance for Quality

Leadership and Management

Applied Research

Strategic Organisational Dynamics and Change for Leaders

Critical Thinking & Decision Making

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International

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Non-EU Visa requiring applicants: 1st May

Non-EU Non-Visa requiring applicants: 31st July

Language

English

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105

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

55

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IELTS

6

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Castlebar, Ireland

Disciplines

Management Studies Leadership View 31 other Masters in Leadership in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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105

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80

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55

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6

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General requirements

The entry requirements for students entering these programmes is a H2.2 at Level 8.

Recognition of Prior Learning will be in line with GMIT Academic Code of Practice number 6.

Prospective students who hold a Level 7 degree may be recommended to undertake a Level 8 bridging module, for example, ‘Foundations in Research’, prior to commencing the programme.

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Tuition Fees

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3600 EUR / year

≈ 3600 EUR / year

Living costs

Castlebar

Ireland

650 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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