Courses in Ballsbridge

The A Z of Irish Local Government is designed to give an overview of each of the key services, and the principle pieces of legislation underpinning the services currently being provided by Local Authorities in Ireland. The A – Z of Irish Local Government is ideal for anyone (either from a Local Authority or from…

Accounting for Civil Service and Vote Funded Bodies is a one-day interactive course that will provide a greater understanding of and familiarity with the various elements of Central Government Accounting and its role within the financial management systems. The course is ideal for existing and new staff within the Irish civil service and vote funded…

This intensive two day modular course looks at administrative law over two sessions. The first session will cover the core principles and legal rules that govern judicial review and the legal process involved in administrative law. The second session considers specific case studies based on real situations with a view to enabling participants to reach…

This two-day Administrative Law programme has been developed for civil servants and staff working in public sector agencies, offices and local authorities. The course will introduce participants to the core principles and legal rules that govern judicial review and the legal process involved in administrative law. It will also examine specific instances in which judicial…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give you new…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give you new…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give you new…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week Philosophy Online course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week Philosophy Online course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week Philosophy Online course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week Philosophy Online course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week Philosophy Online course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week Philosophy Online course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week Practical Philosophy Online course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week Philosophy Online course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week Philosophy Online course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give…

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course online for Summer 2020 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week Philosophy Online course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give…

The expectations and obligations on audit committees continue to evolve in response to governance developments and the need for Boards and governing bodies to demonstrate that they are adhering to relevant audit, assurance and risk management requirements. The Audit committee charter will set out the duties of the Committee in areas such as internal control,…

Audit Committees are an integral part of the corporate governance framework of today s public sector. Generally the purpose of an audit committee is to review an organisation s corporate governance, internal control environment, risk management and financial statements and provide support to and monitor the work of the internal auditors. Depending on the sector…

As companies continue to face the challenges of a competitive marketplace, they must invest in highly skilled and trained personnel in order to meet the demands that customers and competitors present. This course is suitable for the student who wishes to develop sophisticated management, selling and marketing techniques – skills which are very much sought…

Psychology is the scientific investigation of behaviour and mental processes. It aims to study how a person thinks, feels and acts in any social situation. The main emphasis is on the individual and how they can affect and be affected by social contact with other parties. Applied Psychology avails of general psychological principles and theories…

Community Development organisations in Ireland make a valuable contribution to the achievement of social change, equality and social justice.  Community development workers have been presented with a number of opportunities and challenges over the recent years by the rapidly changing social context of Ireland including work with new communities, migrant workers and refugees; combating racism;…

This innovative course has been designed to prepare participants for careers in administration and other selected areas within the Health Services Executive (HSE), in hospitals, nursing homes, health centres, clinics and with general practitioners. In addition to school leavers, this course will be of interest to adult learners who aim to return to the work-force…

This is a well-established one year full-time Post Leaving Certificate course developed in conjunction with the Irish Auctioneers & Valuers Institute (IAVI). The course provides a solid introduction to Auctioneering. By the end of the year, students will be equipped with key Auctioneering and Estate Agency skills, as well as an understanding of a comprehensive…

This is a one year full-time Post Leaving Certificate course to prepare students for employment in the property management sector and for progression to further study. Property management and the rental / letting sector is a growth area in Ireland. By the end of the year, students will have clear understanding of the procedures and…

This part-time programme explores public management in its various dimensions, focusing on the key issues in local government. Students explore topics integral to this vital area of the public service, including local government finance, the regulatory powers of local authorities and local government reform. They also take subjects of general import to all parts of…

This part-time programme focuses on the topics that are essential to the effective management of people and organisations. The key issues in management, including business and company law and the marketing function, are all covered over the four years. Students also take subjects of general import to all parts of the wider public service, including…

This part-time programme explores public management in its various dimensions, focusing on issues that affect health and hospital services. The provision and cost of healthcare are always topical issues, and students will consider key subjects within healthcare management alongside subjects of general import to all parts of the wider public service, including law, economics, and…

This part-time programme explores public management in its various dimensions, focusing on issues that affect health and hospital services. The provision and cost of healthcare are always topical issues, and students will consider key subjects within healthcare management alongside subjects of general import to all parts of the wider public service, including law, economics, and…

This four year, part-time programme combines study of subjects critical to contemporary public management in all sectors with subjects particular to HRM. In addition to learning about the economic, legal and HR issues that affect public administration broadly, students obtain specialised knowledge of, among other things, performance measurement, employee relations and leadership. This course will…

This part-time programme explores the subjects essential to effective human resource management. Alongside such important topics as performance management, employee relations and leadership theories, students address the fundamentals of employment law and the management of organisational change. They also take subjects of general import to all parts of the wider public service, including economics and…

This four-year, part-time programme combines subjects critical to contemporary public management in all sectors with those especially relevant to law and the administration of justice. In addition to learning about the economic, legal and HR issues that affect public administration broadly, students obtain specialised knowledge about such matters as EU law, criminology and penology and…

This four-year part-time programme combines the study of subjects critical to contemporary public management with subjects particular to local government. In addition to learning about the economic, legal and HR issues that affect public administration broadly, students obtain specialised knowledge about such matters as the powers of local authorities, local government finance and local government…

This part-time programme focuses on the effective management of people and organisations. Students explore the economic, legal and HR issues that affect public administration broadly and obtain specialised knowledge about the management function, including financial management, marketing and the management of information systems. This course will commence in September 2018.

This four-year, part-time programme explores public management in its various dimensions and the distinctive role of public sector organisations. Students study subjects that are at the heart of everyday practice in the modern public service, enabling them to understand the key issues in public policy. They address, among other topics, the governance of the State,…

This part-time Accounting course provides a comprehensive examinations and analysis of the subjects critical to contemporary business life, focusing on accounting principles and techniques. Students receive instruction in the key principles and techniques in financial, cost, and management accounting. They also study subjects of general importance to modern business life, including taxation, auditing, business policy, financial…

This part-time programme provides the knowledge and skills essential to modern business, focusing on accounting. Students receive instruction in the key principles and techniques in financial, cost, and management accounting. They also study subjects of general import to modern business life, including taxation, auditing, business policy, financial management and project management. This course will commence…

This part-time programme provides the knowledge and skills essential to modern business, focusing on human resource management. Alongside such important topics as performance appraisal, employee relations and leadership theories, students also address the fundamentals of employment law and the management of organisational change. They also study subjects of general import to modern business life, including…

This part-time programme provides the knowledge and skills essential to modern business, focusing on the effective management of information systems. Students are taught, among other things, how information systems work, strategic considerations in information systems planning, and the human role in designing and implementing those systems. They also study subjects of general import to modern…

This part-time IS Management course provides the knowledge and skills essential to modern business, focusing on the effective management of information systems. Students are taught, among other things, how information systems work, strategic considerations in information systems planning, and the human role in designing and implementing those systems. They also study subjects of general import to…