MSc. in Insight & Innovation (Food)
Our vision for this programme is to forge the next generation of world-class innovators to join the food, horticultural and beverage sectors who will use their creativity, talent and skill to drive sustainable, scalable, profitable and insight-led growth for their host companies and for their industry.
We are delighted to announce the third running of this exciting programme in association with Dublin City University, which is designed to support and promote consumer-focussed innovation in the Irish Food and Drink Sector, based on the principles of Design Thinking & Insight Led Thinking.
Application are now open. Apply here.
Programme Duration
This is an 18 month programme, running from September 2022.
Who is the Programme for?
The MSc Innovation & Insight is ideal for anyone aspiring to be an effective innovator in the agri-food industry. It directly prepares graduates for roles in innovation leadership, with both the technical and entrepreneurial skill sets required.
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An ideal candidate will hold:
- An Honours undergraduate degree or extensive and relevant experience
- A minimum of 3 years work experience ideally in the food, beverage or innovation sector
- Eligibility to work and study in Ireland
- A demonstrable passion for innovation and creativity and an ambition to develop a career in insight-led innovation and commercialisation
- A clear desire to establish a lifelong career in Food, Beverage of Horticulture sectors
- Willingness to commit to a full-time 18 month programme
Number of places on the programme
Up to 15 places.
Client Applications
If you are a client looking to host a placement, please click HERE.
Course brochure
Jack Parsons & O'Hanlon Herbs - MSc Insights and Innovation Student Placement
MSc Insights and Innovation
Additional Information & Selection Process
To find out more about the programme and what it offers, you can visit Dublin City University website
You can submit informal inquiries about this programme to bordbia@dcu.ie for the attention of Programme Chair, Dr Peter Robbins
Successful admission to this programme is on the basis of a competitive selection process. Shortlisted candidates must be available to attend DCU Business School for an online interview during the week of May 23rd 2022. Please note that candidates will be selected by a panel composed of Bord Bia representatives along with DCU Business School and accordingly, your application with the those involved in the selection process.
How to Apply
Applications open on the 7th of February
Please apply on the DCU website by clicking HERE.
Applications close at 12:00pm midday on April 29th 2022
The Bord Bia Talent Academy, in partnership with DCU, has designed a world leading Masters in Insights and Innovation. The vision of which is to help drive fresh thinking and creativity in the Food & Drink industry that will see our industry thrive and overcome the many challenges we currently face.
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At Bord Bia we believe in Leading Through People. We know that people make the difference and that the success of the food, drink and horticulture industry rests on the inherent skills, motivation and engagement of talented people. We believe in supporting people in being the very best professionals that they can be. The Bord Bia Talent Academy offers a range of world-leading post-graduate opportunities. Aimed at future leaders, we hot house and nurture talent to play a leading role in building the future of the food and drink industry.
