IE · Master's
Trinity College Dublin
MSc International Business
Trinity College Dublin
Course Overview
Trinity College Dublin's MSc International Business is delivered by Trinity Business School — triple-accredited (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS) at Ireland's top-ranked university and a global top-100 institution. The one-year master's develops expertise in global strategy, cross-border management, international marketing and finance, and emerging-market dynamics, with an international study trip and a capstone project. Dublin is the European headquarters hub for global technology and finance firms — Google, Meta, Microsoft, LinkedIn, Stripe, and the major banks — making it an exceptional base for international-business careers.
Sri Lankan applicants from business, commerce, and management backgrounds at Colombo, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kelaniya, NSBM, NIBM, and SLIIT Business School choose Trinity for its prestige, the one-year format, and Ireland's strong post-study work offer. As an English-speaking EU country, Ireland is a natural fit; an English-medium Bachelor's typically supports an IELTS waiver via an MOI letter. Graduates qualify for the Third Level Graduate Programme (a 24-month post-study Stay Back visa for master's graduates), opening EU-facing roles at Dublin's multinational hub. Returnees route into senior international-business, strategy, and commercial roles at John Keells, MAS Holdings, Brandix, Dialog Axiata, Hemas, and the Big Four Colombo advisory practices.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor's degree at 2:1 equivalent in business or a related discipline — Sri Lankan first or upper-second class equivalent.
- check_circle A strong academic record; relevant internship or work experience strengthens the application.
- check_circle Sri Lankan applicants from Colombo, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kelaniya, NSBM, NIBM, and SLIIT Business School are competitive.
- check_circle Personal statement, CV, and two references.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (no band below 6.0).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 88 Overall with component minimums.
- check_circle PTE Academic: 63 Overall.
- check_circle Waived if your Bachelor's degree was taught and assessed entirely in English (most Sri Lankan English-medium graduates qualify with an MOI letter).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (€) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (full programme, international) | €27,000 | Rs. 9,315,000 |
| Living Expenses in Dublin (12 months) | €15,000 | Rs. 5,175,000 |
| Visa, Insurance & Books | €1,500 | Rs. 517,500 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | €43,500 | Rs. 15,007,500 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Graduates qualify for Ireland's Third Level Graduate Programme — a 24-month post-study Stay Back visa for master's graduates, with a pathway toward the Critical Skills Employment Permit. Trinity graduates place into multinational EU-HQ roles at Google, Meta, Microsoft, Stripe, and the major banks (starting ~€38,000-50,000). Sri Lankan returnees route into senior international-business, strategy, and commercial roles at John Keells, MAS Holdings, Brandix, Dialog Axiata, Hemas, and Big Four Colombo advisory.
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