BA (Hons) in Business (Cloud Computing) in Munich EU Business School

The BA (Hons) in Business with a pathway in Cloud Computing is a three-year full-time program (180 ECTS). This EQF level 6/NFQ level 8 honors degree program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in business and the knowledge and technical abilities to provide optimal cloud-based solutions to a variety of business scenarios. Each level builds a combination of business and technical skills. Within this pathway, students explore cloud computing deployment and service models and learn how cloud integration affects internal business operations across the organization, including how it impacts business dynamics, contractual obligations, and the risks inherent in operating in the cloud. In addition, students learn database design and gain strong competence in cloud technologies acquiring know-how in design and development using different technologies such as Azure, AWS, and GAE.

Benefits of Studying a Bachelor's

• Study a state-recognized degree from Ireland;
• Gain guest speaker insights in class and at exclusive EU events;
• Develop innovative thinking and a flexible mindset.

The BA (Hons) in Business with a Pathway in Cloud Computing is a six-semester, three-year program (180 ECTS) that is designed with an interdisciplinary focus. Courses comprise formative and summative assessment as well as group work and presentations.

This Pathway provides students with a comprehensive understanding of business and management concepts, as well as specialist knowledge in cloud computing design, database, development, and marketing, and sales.

Program Structure

In the first year of this honors degree course, students will be given a thorough grounding with core courses in management, organization, marketing, finance, IT, and economics as they relate to business. In the second and third years, they will build on this knowledge to gain an advanced understanding of these key areas, as well as acquire specific knowledge and skills relating to the legal framework within which businesses must operate to be compliant. Their studies culminate in a final year capstone research project.

The courses that form the curriculum of the BA (Hons) in Business (Cloud Computing) are listed below.

Year 1

Semester 1

The following courses are 10 ECTS credits over two semesters:

• Maths & Stats for Business
• Business Context and Organization
• Marketing Essentials
• IT Essentials
• Economic Perspectives
• Learning to Learn (5 ECTS)

Semester 2

The following courses are 10 ECTS credits over two semesters:

• Maths & Stats for Business
• Business Context and Organization
• Marketing Essentials
• IT Essentials
• Economic Perspectives
• Introduction to Business Finance (5 ECTS)

Year 2

Semester 3

The following courses are 10 ECTS credits over two semesters:

• Management
• Financial Management
• Business Information Systems
• Database Design and Cloud Technologies
• Cloud Marketing and Sales
• Business Ethics and Research Practice (5 ECTS)

Semester 4

The following courses are 10 ECTS credits over two semesters:

• Management
• Financial Management
• Business Information Systems
• Database Design and Cloud Technologies
• Cloud Marketing and Sales
• Advanced Economic Perspectives (5 ECTS)

Year 3

Semester 5

The following courses are 10 ECTS credits over two semesters:

• Strategic Management
• Global Business
• Human Resource Management
• Cloud Networking and Security
• Cloud Platform Development
• Capstone Project

Semester 6

The following courses are 10 ECTS credits over two semesters:

• Strategic Management
• Global Business
• Human Resource Management
• Cloud Networking and Security
• Cloud Platform Development
• Capstone Project

Degree Awarded

A state-recognized Dublin Business School BA (Hons) in Business degree awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI).

Awarding Body

Quality and Qualifications, Ireland (QQI) is the Irish State body responsible for the Quality Assurance of all education and training services in Ireland. QQI sets quality assurance criteria for the sector and regulates and approves programs of study.

Learning Outcomes

The BA (Hons) in Business (Cloud Computing) prepares students for future careers in global business ventures and large international organizations. In addition, after graduating, students will competently:

• Exhibit knowledge of appropriate theories, processes, tools, and techniques available to practitioners within the discipline of cloud computing for business.
• Develop, present and communicate optimal cloud-based solutions to specific client requirements in sales and marketing environments.
• Assess knowledge and information, tools, and techniques in a critical way to confidently adapt to changing business environments.
• Evaluate data and information derived through research to ensure relevant new knowledge is continually incorporated to enhance business planning and decision making.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills of effective listening, negotiation, persuasion, and presentation in individual and group situations.
• Display an in‐depth understanding of the inter‐relationships between business functions and business processes and their impact on product and service provision.
• Apply diagnostic and creative skills in the solution of business problems showing an interdisciplinary approach to resolution.
• Demonstrate a capacity to contribute to business development and enhance strategic decision-making.

Upon the successful completion of any of the bachelor’s degrees available at EU, graduates have a wide array of career options and business opportunities available to them. In response to the growing demand for flexible and entrepreneurial business professionals, our programs are designed to foster the skills required for a successful career in the international business arena.

EU's graduates possess an international mindset, multicultural awareness and are innovative thinkers. This makes them ideal candidates for positions at large, multinational companies and dynamic, disruptive entrepreneurs ready to start their own businesses.

Career Options

This BA (Hons) in Business with a Pathway in Cloud Computing provides students with a firm grounding in business concepts and skills as well as know-how and a skillset in cloud computing. Upon successful completion of this degree program, graduates may wish to seek careers in the following job positions:

Cloud Systems Administrator

A cloud systems administrator is responsible for choosing cloud providers and cloud technologies as well as configuring and supporting cloud systems. They are also tasked with setting up private clouds and monitoring patches, permissions, and service deployments. Another key responsibility of cloud systems administrators is the creation of policies for cloud computing systems and the constant monitoring of network performance and cloud resources.

Database Designer

A database designer is responsible for defining a detailed database design taking into account all the information needs of an organization. Database designers are also tasked with identifying the data to be stored in the database and the careful selection of suitable structures to store this data. A professional in this area should have a solid working knowledge of data modeling and database design.

IT Consultant

An IT consultant is an external analyst who is responsible for evaluating a company's IT systems in order to assist in ensuring that business objectives are met. Their main day-to-day duties include analyzing and diagnosing a company's IT infrastructure, understanding a client's business needs, as well as designing and implementing a technology-related solution. Required skills for this job position include analytical skills and technical know-how.

Database Analyst

A database analyst is in charge of managing and maintaining an organization’s database. These professionals will identify and solve database needs, program, detect problems and ensure security. This professional will develop procedures and determine user levels of access. These professionals must be able to collect and organize information as needed by the organization and will typically map out designs on flowcharts. They must know the latest trends in database creation and programming languages. Documenting is key to their activity as it will be used as a reference for maintenance.

Areas of Work

This BA (Hons) in Business with a Pathway in cloud computing provides students with a solid foundation and skill set in business as well as the skills and knowledge of cloud computing Graduates may consider working in the following professional fields:

• Cloud Administration
• Database Design
• IT Technical Support
• Technology Sales