Business courses in Ireland

This QQI Level 5 Environment Studies and Business combines the study of sustainability and environmental issues with business fundamentals such as marketing, economics and entrepreneurship. Businesses cannot afford to ignore environmental issues that are impacting on their business models and our planet. This course will give you a strong foundation in the skills and knowledge…

Become a certified event manager and launch your career This Certificate in Event Management course is perfect for those wanting to start their own events business or work in the industry. Special event planning can include many types of events, from conferences and sales meetings to gala dinners and awards. Become a certified event planner…

Certificate introduces basic principles of finance with particular emphasis on financial management in the public sector. The programme follows the academic year, is distance learning based and supported by attendance at a set number of tutorials over the duration of the programme.

This Certificate In Financial and Economic Environment is a 10 credit module covering elements of accounting and economics. The aim of this module is to provide students with an overview of the financial and economic context within which organisations operate. It will afford students the opportunity to appreciate the central role of the financial function in an…

This Certificate in Financial and Economic Environment is a 10 credit module covering elements of accounting and economics. The aim of this module is to provide students with an overview of the financial and economic context within which organisations operate. It will afford students the opportunity to appreciate the central role of the financial function in an…

The programme aims to afford advanced experience and training to fulfil, in part, the onerous and challenging roles, duties and responsibilities associated with a limited range of Built Environment Regulations in the Irish Construction Industry This certificate is designed for a multidisciplinary cohort across the built environment disciplines e.g. Architecture, Engineering, Building Surveying, Architectural Technology,…

This Certificate in GDPR and Data Protection is a three day instructor led online course. Data protection compliance is a key duty of all organisations, public and private, which handle personal data. As well as the legal and regulatory impact of a serious data protection incident, the harm to trust, brand and reputation can be…

This course is of particular interest to those who may wish to undertake safety officer roles in their companies and is designed for those working in the manufacturing sector, who would like to study on a part-time basis. This course is of particular interest to those who may wish to undertake safety officer roles in…

This programme offers students a comprehensive overview of the Irish health service, health and related legislation and the current service issues affecting the key programmes and care groups. Students can expect to obtain up-to-date knowledge and a practical understanding of the health service, at national and local levels, which will contribute to their effectiveness and…

Run a restaurant or catering business, or work in food service. This course will help you develop a sound foundation for working in a restaurant, catering or other food service enterprise. You’ll learn everything from kitchen and food management to planning menus, managing staff and waiting skills. Course Modules The Certificate in Hospitality Services (Food…

Discover everything you need to know about managing a hotel! Learn about hotel resort and hospitality management with this interactive online course. The most successful hotel managers have training, experience, networking (industry connections), communication and I.T. skills, personality, creativity, problem solving skills, awareness, attitude and more. From the front desk to building maintenance, this course…

Discover everything you need to know about managing a hotel! Learn about hotel resort and hospitality management with this interactive online course. The most successful hotel managers have training, experience, networking (industry connections), communication and I.T. skills, personality, creativity, problem solving skills, awareness, attitude and more. From the front desk to building maintenance, this course…

The Certificate in Housing Studies is of huge benefit to housing practitioners, in both generalist and technical positions, in local authorities and approved housing bodies. It provides a system-wide induction to public/social housing—an area of huge national importance—in a practical and applied manner. The programme will also appeal to anyone working in related areas who…

This QQI Level 5 Human Resource Administration course gives learners the opportunity to study Business modules such as Human Resource Mangemement, as well as Applied Economics and Accounting Manual & IT Modules. Professionals working in HR need appropriate up to date knowledge combined with business skills, which is why this course placeshuman resourceat the heart…

Next commencement: January 20th, 2025 Application deadline: January 15th, 2025 This Level 6 Special Purpose Award (20 ECTS credits), which satisfies the management qualification requirements set out in the HIQA Standards, will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of both the challenges and opportunities that exist in the management of frontline services and of supports…

Certificate in International Foundation Studies; ; The programme provides an effective foundation course for international (non-EU) students who wish to pursue undergraduate studies at IT Sligo. Its principal aim is to equip you with the necessary skills, knowledge, confidence and English language competence, to continue your undergraduate education in our Schools of Science, Engineering &…

This part-time Certificate in Introduction to Digital Marketing will enable students to understand and exploit the potential opportunities provided by the rapidly changing variety of technologies involved in Digital Marketing in order to engage the ever-changing customer within a business context. Graduates will be provided with an introduction to the principles and practices of Digital…

The Certificate in Irish Government and Politics is a one-year, part-time programme that introduces students to the political institutions and systems that determine how Ireland is governed. It has two main components. The first explains the powers of the Houses of the Oireachtas, the voting system in operation, and the organisation of government. The second…

This module will introduce learners to the fundamental principles of law and human resource management. This course involves approximately 2 days per month attendance at our ATU Mayo Campus in addition to online delivery. The module will familiarise students with the sources of law and will illustrate how law provides the legal framework for the…

Lean Six Sigma has become the fastest growing and most successful approach to continuous improvement across all industries regardless of size, position in the supply chain or service provided. Our Lean Six Sigma courses aim to provide students with a balance of theoretical learning and practical know-how in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-business-and-humanities/business-studies/certificate-in-lean-six-sigma-(green-belt).html

This QQI Level 5 course not only equips the learner with the administrative and IT skills needed to work in a modern office but also the Legal Practice and Procedures module provides the learner with an overview of the Irish legal system and provides the learner with the language, skills and knowledge to work in…

Help others achieve their dreams! Many people have periods in their life that they find difficult to manage, and will seek help to navigate change and reorganise or rejuvenate their thirst for life. Being a life coach requires planning, motivation and a genuine desire to help others succeed. This course will help you to not only set realistic and…

Motivate and help others achieve their dreams! The course is designed for those that aspire to become accredited life coaches; healthcare practitioners that want to broaden their skill-set and update their toolbox of techniques to help their clients; and for those that generally want to learn more about themselves and plan a better life through…

Gain Bookkeeping and Accounting Skills to start your own life coaching business! If you’re ready to go or just considering to start your own business, this is the course for you. Learn the skills to get you started and hit the ground running. Set realistic and achievable goals in your own life, but also teach…

The Certi cate in Local Government Studies provides participants with a grounding in the principal areas of legislation and practice in local government and with the core knowledge and understanding to enable them to work effectively within their role and operational area. It is aimed at those working in Local Government in Ireland and those…

This Certificate in Logistics and Marketing course will demonstrate to participants the importance to organisations of using logistic and marketing tools to reaching markets faster with their products and services.

The aim of this Certificate in Management is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the general principles of management and organisational behaviour against the backdrop of economic and social sustainability. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-business-and-humanities/business-studies/certificate-in-management.html  

The Certificate in Management and Financial Accounting (previously the Certificate in International Public Financial Accounting) is accredited by CIPFA – The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy. The Certificate programme consists of two Modules: Management Accounting and Financial Accounting. The Management Accounting module provides an introduction to the principles of costing and budgeting and…

This one-year part-time Certificate is designed for public servants who wish to improve their overall competency in effective management practice and develop the core skills needed to effectively manage people, resources and performance. Emphasis is on the practical application of theory. The programme is delivered via distance learning supported by attendance at 8 workshops over…

In this Management for Supervisors module students will examine and apply management theory and develop a range of practical work based skills, which are needed to perform effectively as a supervisor in a variety of organisational contexts. There is a strong emphasis on effective leadership, teamwork, communication and motivating oneself and others to achieve goals.…