This diploma provides participants with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the law in relation to the provision of financial services from a national and international perspective. This dynamic area is constantly subject to regulatory and statutory changes at both a European and national level.
The programme is based on the following module scheme and covers key themes as listed below:
| College | Law Society of Ireland - Diploma Centre |
| Course ID | 184152 |
| Course Location | Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 7 |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Diploma |
| Awarding Body | Law Society of Ireland |
| Awarding Body Details | Diploma in Finance Law |
| Course Start Date | 7th October 2025 |
| Course End Date | 10th March 2026 |
| Course Duration | 5 months |
| Course Time | Lectures Tuesday 6pm-9pm with interactive workshops. Lectures available to view on demand. |
| Course Fee | €2,700 |
| Entry Requirements | This course is suitable for the following: -Solicitors, trainee solicitors, paralegals, and other suitable professionals who wish to expand their knowledge of the financial services industry with a view to moving into the area; -Solicitors, those in the banking industry, and other suitable professionals seeking to gain a thorough understanding of the rules governing the regulation of banking and a detailed knowledge of banking documentation; -Tax consultants, accountants, bankers, fund managers and other suitable professionals who wish to familiarise themselves with the funds industry in Ireland; and -Directors or relevant professionals who wish to familiarise themselves with compliance issues in relation to the financial services industry. We welcome applications from others who are suitably qualified. Please explain your interest and set out any relevant experience in a cover letter and a brief CV. Such applications are subject to a supplemental fee of €350. |
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