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Business Studies International

Dublin City University · 4-year course
€30,000 Starting salary
69.2% 5-year ROI
3.6y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Business Studies International at Dublin City University has a 5-year ROI of 69.2%, with graduates earning around €44,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (DC110) was 498 (2025).

Business Studies International graduates from Dublin City University report a graduate employment rate of around 82%, good career progression.

Typical roles after graduating

Common employers for Business Studies International graduates include Multinationals, Local enterprises.

Slower to recover investment, but still provides positive returns over time.

By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Business Studies International graduates from Dublin City University start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 16% less than the national average.

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