Ireland

Famed for its beauty, hospitality and long history, Ireland has always been a highly popular destination for all kinds of visitors. For business students, the country offers compelling testament to the pace of development and transition within the European Union.

Less than 30 years ago, Ireland was a primarily agricultural economy, struggling with enormous public debt, a crumbling infrastructure and insipient corruption. These days, Ireland is one of the most dynamic economies in Europe, with business friendly policies offering the lowest corporate tax rate in Europe and a steady, lucrative, English speaking labor pool to serve the global market. At the same time it boasts a highly developed infrastructure and telecommunications networks and a booming entrepreneurial sector.

With continuing reforms in the education and public health sectors, and the flow of FDI never ceasing, Ireland will remain a country to watch for many years to come.