€30,000 Starting salary

1009.4% 5-year ROI

0.5y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €12,000 over 4 years, Business at Dublin City University has a 5-year ROI of 1009.4%, with graduates earning around €41,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (DC111) was 510 (2025).

Business graduates from Dublin City University report a graduate employment rate of around 86%, good career progression, medium demand for these skills in Ireland.

Typical roles after graduating

Business Analyst
Accountant
Financial Analyst
Management Trainee

Common employers for Business graduates include Big 4, State Street, Bank of Ireland, AIB, Accenture.

One of the best investments in Irish education. Fast payback and excellent returns.

By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Business graduates from Dublin City University start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 22% less than the national average.

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