| Code | ckj17 |
|---|---|
| Duration | Up to 3 Years |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time |
| Qualifications | PG Cert |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 |
| Start Date | Not on offer 2025/2026 |
Course Outline
The Postgraduate Certificate in Innovation, Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship, known as the PG Cert (ICE), is 3-year, taught, multi-disciplinary course. The PG Cert(ICE) will provide you with an integrated professional practice skill-set in the theory and practice of innovation, technology commercialisation and entrepreneurship.
This course, offered through UCC’s College of Business and Law, has been developed to meet the emerging opportunities presented by new technologies, growth in knowledge-based and service-based sectors, globalisation, and the increased focus on outsourcing by traditional enterprise. The PG Cert(ICE) course allows you to consider, create and grow entrepreneurial ventures, both within existing organisations and in high-tech start-ups.
This course can be taken part-time for up to 3 years. It consists of 30 credits of taught modules delivered by departments within the College of Business and Law.
Core Modules (20 credits)
- AC6301 Innovation Finance (5 credits)
- IS6307 Creativity and Opportunity Recognition (5 credits)
- IS6306 Technology Business Planning (5 credits)
- MG6705 Marketing for Entrepreneurs (5 credits)
Elective Modules (10 credits)
- AC6302 Early Stage Capital (5 credits)
- LW6104 Intellectual Property Law for High-Tech Entrepreneurs (5 credits)
- MG6305 People and Organisations (5 credits)
- MG6309 Strategy (5 credits)
- MG6704 Internationalisation and Sales (5 credits)
Further details on the content and modules are available on the Postgraduate College Calendar
Academic Programme Catalogue
See the Academic Programme Catalogue where you can search for the complete and up-to-date content for this course. Note that the modules for all courses are subject to change from year to year. For complete descriptions of individual modules, see the Book of Modules.
Course Practicalities
The course consists of 30 credits, which can be taken in 1 year or up to 3 years. The range of commitment ranges from 6 hours to 2 hours per week respectively.
Assessment
All modules are assessed using continuous assessment and teamwork.
Why Choose This Course
Skills and Careers Information
What can I do after I graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate in Innovation, Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship?
There is a range of potential opportunities for graduates to work in business development or technology transfer for both innovative start-ups and established companies. There are also potential opportunities to work as an analyst, consultant or policy maker in Government.
Requirements
Applicants must have a 2H2 primary degree.
If you are applying with Qualifications obtained outside Ireland and you wish to verify if you meet the minimum academic and English language requirements for this programme please click here to view the grades comparison table by country and for details of recognised English language tests.
For Applicants with Qualifications Completed Outside of Ireland
Applicants must meet the required entry academic grade, equivalent to Irish requirements. For more information see our Qualification Comparison page.
International/Non-EU Applicants
For full details of the non-EU application procedure visit our how to apply pages for international students.
- In UCC, we use the term programme and course interchangeably to describe what a person has registered to study in UCC and its constituent colleges, schools, and departments.
- Note that not all courses are open to international/non-EU applicants, please check the fact file above. For more information contact the International Office.
English Language Requirements
Applicants who are non-native speakers of the English language must meet the university-approved English language requirements. Visit our PG English Language Requirements page for more information.
Fees and Costs
Postgraduate EU and International Fees 2025/2026
See our Postgraduate EU and Non-EU (International) Fee Schedule for the latest information.
Deposits
If your course requires a deposit, that figure will be deducted from your second-semester fee payment in January.
Fee payment
Fees are payable in two equal instalments. First payment is at registration and the balance usually by the end of January.
How can I pay?
See different options on our How Do I Pay My Fees? page.
Any questions? See the 'Contact Us' section on the Fees Office page.
How To Apply
1. Check dates
Check the opening and closing dates for the application process in the yellow fact file boxes at the top of this webpage. The UCC online application portal usually opens around mid October.
2. Gather documents
Scanned copies of supporting documents have to be uploaded to the UCC online application portal and include:
- Original qualification documents listed on your application, including transcripts of results from institutions other than UCC.
- Any supplementary items requested for your course, if required.
3. Apply online
Apply online by clicking the red 'Apply Now' button below. Note most of our courses have a non-refundable €50 application fee.