Immigrating to Ireland and focusing on Irish education: The University of Dublin (the national university of Ireland) was founded in 1854 by theorist, philosopher, and poet John Henry Newman. Since then, University College Dublin has been a cradle for some of Ireland's most influential cultural, business, and political figures. Notable alumni include the current Taoiseach of Ireland Bertie Ahern, business leaders Dr. Tony O'Reilly and Dr. Peter Sutherland, as well as literary and artistic giants such as novelist James Joyce, film directors Neil Jordan and Jim Sheridan. Today, in the 21st century, University College Dublin is the largest and most diverse university in Ireland.
The UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School ranked 20th in the Financial Times' 2006 European Business School Rankings and 86th in the global rankings.
UCD Quinn School of Business:
The UCD Quinn School of Business (undergraduate) is the only business school in Ireland to hold both the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) accreditations. This is a mark of quality for the best business schools in the United States and Europe. Only 20 business schools worldwide have received both honors.
UCD Smurfit Graduate Business School:
The UCD Smurfit Graduate Business School (graduate) is the only business school in Ireland to hold the accreditations of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS), and the Association of MBAs (AMBA), known as the Triple Crown accreditation, which is awarded to only 25 business schools worldwide.