Business at UL

18/09/2026

“Congratulations to our amazing 2026 KBS CATALYST team. This team enthusiastically delivered 50 individual climate change workshops to 1st year Kemmy Business School students over three days during their first week on campus.

Through the workshops, our 1st year students had the opportunity to learn about climate change in small groups in an interactive manner, giving them an opportunity to get to know some of their classmates during Week 1.
We are so proud of our superb teaching team who warmly and innovatively encouraged the students to relax and engage actively with the workshops, giving them an enlightening Week 1 experience. Some of the CATALYST Team are pictured here.

CATALYST leaders: Professor Elaine Doyle, Dr. Mary Curtin, Erin King
CATALYST Team: Lilly Behan, Louise Boland, Orla Curtin, Rebecca Derrane, Corinne Drinan, Gabi Fitzgerald, Hannah Fitzgerald, Garreth Gibney, Chiara Girade,Matthew Good, Marta Herezniak, Ellen Jordan, Hazel Kirwan, Eamon Leonard, Emily Lichota, Huddon E. Mandizvidza, Nathan Mugumisi, Sinead O’Brien, Niamh O’MALLEY, Aisling Owen, Ita Whittle, Mateusz Wojnick, Diego Grazia”

18/09/2026

Celebrating our Management Pathway Graduates

We were delighted to welcome the graduates of the Certificate in Management, Diploma in Management, and BA in Management Practice programmes to the University of Limerick for their graduation ceremony.

It was a proud and memorable occasion as we celebrated their achievements and recognised the dedication, perseverance, and hard work that brought them to this important milestone. Graduates, along with their families, and friends, gathered to mark the culmination of their efforts and commitment to lifelong learning. They were joined on the day by Mike O’Brien, Course Director & Breda Ahern, Programme Administrator.

Congratulations to all our graduates on their well-deserved achievement. We wish them every success and fulfilment as they embark on the next chapter of their personal and professional journeys.

16/09/2026

Two universities. Two countries. Two degrees. 🌍

A Dual Degree allows students to experience another country and culture, learn in a different academic environment and develop an international outlook.

Sofía, Covadonga and Victoria travelled from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid to study at the Kemmy Business School through our Dual Degree partnership.

They explain what attracted them to the opportunity, what they have enjoyed most about life at UL and how the experience could benefit their future careers.

From applied learning and collaborative projects to new friendships, campus life and cultural differences, discover what the Dual Degree experience can offer.

Explore Bachelor’s and Master’s Dual Degree opportunities at KBS.

Explore the Human Resource Management (International) Dual Degree opportunity from UL:
https://www.ul.ie/study/postgraduate/human-resource-management-international-msc

Other Master’s Dual Degrees:
https://www.ul.ie/business/international-collaboration/masters-dual-degree

15/09/2026

Great to see new research from our KBS colleagues Dr Darragh Flannery and Professor Dónal Palcic featured in the Irish Examiner.

Their study found that short, regular homework assignments can improve students’ performance in maths and science, with frequency proving more important than the overall volume of work.

Students given 'short bursts' of homework perform better than those given long assignments, according to new research by UL academics.

The study, conducted by Dr Darragh Flannery and Professor Dónal Palcic, Kemmy Business School, also found the positive link between additional homework and improved test scores to be stronger where students were educated by more experienced teachers.

Read on via the link in comments 👇🏻

04/09/2026

Congratulations to Professor Deirdre O'Shea, of Kemmy Business School, who has been elected a Fellow of the International Association of Applied Psychology, one of the organisation’s highest honours.

This prestigious fellowship recognises Professor O’Shea’s substantial and sustained contribution to applied psychology.

Read the full story: https://www.ul.ie/news/ul-academic-awarded-prestigious-international-psychology-fellowship

01/09/2026

Students must meet the minimum entry requirements for their chosen undergraduate course and be under 23 years old by January 1st, 2027.

Applications are open now and will close on October 13th.

For more information, students can visit: https://www.ul.ie/student-affairs/access-office/routes-to-3rd-level/access-to-university-course-auc

28/08/2026

Is your leadership time well spent?

Time is one of a leader’s most valuable resources, yet we rarely stop to examine our relationship with it.

Join Kemmy Business School Executive Education for It’s About Time, a free event exploring how time shapes leadership, decision-making, organisational culture, wellbeing and performance, including the impact of AI.

Hear perspectives from senior leaders at Boston Scientific, Dell and An Garda Síochána, alongside UL academics.

Tuesday, 15 September 2026
8.30am to 11.30am
Glucksman Library, University of Limerick

Register for your place:
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/its-about-time-tickets-1998219930603

16/07/2026

Limerick welcomes the world of finance

This July, the Kemmy Business School will welcome hundreds of academics, researchers and industry leaders from across the globe to the prestigious World Finance Conference.

Read more and watch Mayor of Limerick John Moran in conversation with Dr Darren Shannon: https://www.ul.ie/business/news/a-fantastic-opportunity-for-limerick-ul-to-host-prestigious-international-finance-conference

19/05/2026

“When I think about my time at University of Limerick, accessibility has always been part of my story long before I ever came to UL.

As a wheelchair user, I’ve navigated the campus, the systems, and the everyday realities of student life with a perspective shaped by lived experience.

Accessibility wasn’t something I discovered in UL; it was something I brought with me. But UL is where that experience grew into confidence, language, and purpose.

From my first weeks on campus, I became aware of how much design decisions matter. A ramp that’s too steep, a lift that’s out of service, a lecture theatre with no wheelchair spaces — these things aren’t small inconveniences. They shape how included you feel, how independently you can move, and how much energy you have left for learning.

I learned quickly that accessibility isn’t just about physical access; it’s about dignity, autonomy, and the ability to participate fully.

Working with staff across UL, I have reviewed documents, presentations, and digital materials with a focus on accessibility. I wasn’t just applying guidelines; I was explaining the human impact behind them.

When I talked about alt text, I wasn’t repeating a rule; I was explaining how it allows someone to access information independently. When I encouraged staff to use proper headings, I was thinking of students who rely on screen readers or who struggle with cognitive load.

My lived experience gave me a perspective that made these conversations real, grounded, and relatable.

Being part of this work also changed how I see UL. I’ve always appreciated the sense of community on campus, but working in accessibility showed me how many people genuinely want to do better.

Staff were open, curious, and willing to learn. Students shared their experiences, and I found myself stepping into a role where my voice mattered not just as a student but as someone helping shape a more inclusive university.”

🎓 Sean Byrnes is a third-year Business Studies student, currently on co-op placement at UL’s Centre for Transformative Learning.

Sean and colleagues are involved in a series of week-long events taking place as part of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD).

You can find the full schedule of events here: https://brnw.ch/21x2Ddu

15/05/2026

Dr. Christina O'Connor, Kemmy Business School, has enjoyed an amazing journey with Road Safety Reimagined with the evolution of the initiative and the continuous expansion of collaborating Universities and Moyross Youth Academy over the past years.

This video which captures the initiative was taken this year, documenting the voices of our young people on road safety and the continuous work of this initiative to support An Garda Síochána in making our roads safe. Thanks to all the young people, Sergeant Tony Miniter of An Garda Siochana and EBS Executive Director, Paul Stapleton, for being a part of our Road Safety Reimagined story so far.