Since its establishment, and particularly since the introduction of the first undergraduate programme in 1989, the school has faced a particular challenge in establishing itself as a recognised third-level business institution in Ireland. The following milestones in its development have been of immense significance in meeting this challenge. - Recognised as a Designated Institution under the NCEA Act in 1992
- Approved as an Accredited Institution of LJMU in 1995
- Recognised as an Associate College of Henley in 1996
- Courses approved for tax purposes by the Department of Education in 1997
- Approved for inclusion on the CAO listing in 1998
HETAC was established by the Government in June 2001, under the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999. HETAC is the qualifications awarding body for third-level educational institutions outside the university sector. It is the legal successor to the National Council for Educational Awards. NCEA has played its part in Irish economic development and in shaping the educational future of third-level students for over a quarter of a century. During the time the demand for people with NCEA qualifications has grown dramatically. The status and value of these qualifications is assured and will continue to grow. HETAC will continue to take a modern, progressive approach to third-level education. While it will still undertake the validation of programmes, HETAC will take a more strategic view of Quality Assurance, setting and monitoring standards in higher education and training. www.hetac.ie 
In 1989 Dublin Business School formed a partnership with Liverpool Business School, part of Liverpool John Moores University. JMU can trace its origins back to 1823 and 1998 marked its 175th anniversary. JMU recognise that being a graduate is no guarantee of a job so work experience is a very important aspect of their programmes. In association with Dublin Business School, Liverpool Business School awards a range of our Degrees and Masters programmes. www.ljmu.ac.uk  Founded by the Royal Charter in 1893 the University of Wales is the second largest University in the UK, after the University of London, with around 80,000 students enrolled on courses leading to its degrees and other qualifications. Altogether, more than a quarter of a million students have been awarded degrees from the University of Wales since it's establishment. The LL.B (Hons) in Irish Law is jointly awarded by the University of Wales and the Higher Education and Training Awards Council (HETAC). The MSc in International Business and the MSc in E-Business Management are also awarded by the University of Wales. www.wales.ac.uk
Department of Education For students who are contemplating a career in Secondary School teaching, we were the first independent college whose degrees were fully recognised by the Department of Education for admission onto the Higher Diploma in Education programmes, offered in various universities throughout the country. Many of our graduates have been accepted onto postgraduate and masters programmes offered by the main universities in Ireland and abroad. www.education.ie All of our degrees are recognised for exemption purposes by the Institute of Association of Chartered Accountants (ACA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Certified Public Accountants (CPA). Our BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree programme receives the maximum number of exemptions available from the professional accounting bodies. The School has established an excellent reputation for success in professional examinations, particularly the professional accounting examinations. Success has been based on a commitment to excellence in all aspects of teaching and student support and on the dedication of our highly qualified staff. Success is evident in our consistent record of exceptionally high pass rates, far in excess of international norms, and outstanding individual performances, including prizes for 1st Place in the world on several occasions. ACCA website www.accaglobal.com CIMA website www.cimaglobal.com 
The Institute of Commercial Management (ICM) was founded in 1979. ICM is now one of the leading professional examination bodies in the field of business and entrepreneurial education in Ireland and the UK, with corporate and student members throughout the world. The institute is committed to providing a range of global education, training and consulting services which raise standards for business and enable lifetime learning and professional status for individuals. www.icm.ac.uk
The Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) The BA (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy degree at Dublin Business School is recognised by the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. The Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) has been established since 1981 in response to the perceived need by practitioners to have a National Association to set standards and criteria for the practice of counselling and psychotherapy. The IACP represents the interests of both client and counsellor in Ireland. Accreditation by the IACP helps to ensure that practitioners are appropriately qualified and work to recognised standards of professional competence. At present IACP membership exceeds 2,500. www.irish-counselling.ie 
The Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) DBS was the first college outside the University sector to receive accreditation from the Psychological Society of Ireland for its BA (Hons) Psychology degree. The Psychological Society of Ireland is the professional body for psychology in Ireland. As such, it seeks to promote the science and profession of psychology in Ireland and beyond. PSI membership now stands at over 2000 members and includes practitioners, educators and researchers, professionals and postgraduate students, as well as undergraduate subscribers. Its Divisions and Special Interest Groups represent key areas from across the broad spectrum of psychology. The Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) liaises with all third-level institutions offering psychological training in Ireland, developing and setting criteria against which training can be evaluated, and operating systems for the accreditation of professional training programmes. For those working in psychology, it provides professional registration for practitioners in all areas. www.psihq.ie
International Partners 
ISEG Group
EGC (Ecoles de Gestion et de Commerce), France EGC is a network of 28 reputable French business schools. The network was first established by the French Chambers of Commerce in the 1980’s and the schools are still administered by the regional Chambers of Commerce and fully recognised by the French state. Each one of the 28 schools offers several high quality three-year undergraduate business courses in marketing and (international) business management. The schools have extensive business links, and several international links with schools around the world, thus offering their students both practical business experience, as well as an international study experience. EGC live up to their slogan "in the heart of life, in the heart of business" as EGC graduates go on to have very successful and rewarding business careers. Since 2002, Dublin Business School and EGC have formed close links, where DBS welcomes students from EGC every year to be part of their international study experience. www.egc-france.com 
IHM Business School, Sweden
IHM Business School was founded in 1968 and today offers advanced business programmes in Marketing, Leadership, Communication and Economics for enterprises and professionals who want to develop their careers in the business community. An IHM education leads to new expertise and skills that can immediately be applied in a professional role.
Since starting over 35 years ago, IHM has educated more than 20,000 students and is one of the top ranked schools for business professionals in the Nordic region, with around 2,000 students, 200 academic staff and 80 employed co-workers.
IHM has educational facilities in Stockholm, Göteborg and Malmö. IHM Business School is the first private business school in Europe to be accredited by the NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges) and works with universities, colleges and industry organizations both in Sweden and internationally in order to be involved in developments and open up new possibilities for their students. DBS established links with IHM in 2002 and has since received a number of IHM students who have successfully completed their undergraduate studies at DBS. www.ihm.se
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