Get job-ready with the practical skills employers look for in today’s modern office environment.
This 12-week, part-time course—validated by Griffith College—is designed to help you build confidence, work efficiently, and stand out in administrative roles across a range of industries, including professional services, finance, and the public sector.
You’ll gain hands-on experience with essential workplace tools, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, so you can hit the ground running from day one. Alongside technical skills, you’ll strengthen your communication, organisation, and time management—key abilities that drive productivity and career progression.
The course also gives you a clear understanding of data protection and compliance, ensuring you can handle information responsibly and meet workplace standards. You’ll develop strong customer service skills and learn how to communicate professionally and effectively in any business setting.
To support your long-term career growth, you’ll also enhance your professional profile and learn how to use LinkedIn to build your network and unlock new opportunities.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:
This course is ideal for those starting out, returning to work, or looking to upskill for administrative roles with real career potential.
| College | Griffith College Dublin (GCD) |
| Course ID | 122474 |
| Course Location | Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 8 |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Professional Qualification |
| Awarding Body | City & Guilds |
| Awarding Body Details | Professional Certificate |
| Course Start Date | 1st February 2024 |
| Course End Date | 30th May 2024 |
| Course Duration | 12 weeks |
| Course Time | On-Campus Delivery - Classes will commence on Tuesday, 27th October 2026 in Griffith College Dublin Main Campus. This course will run one Tuesday evening per week from 6.30 pm to 9.30 pm over 12 weeks. Year 2026 Oct: 27 Nov: 03, 10, 17, 24 Dec: 01, 08, 15 Jan: 05, 12, 19, 26 Online Delivery - Classes will commence on Thursday 29th October 2026 live online using Zoom. This course will run one evening per week from 6.30 pm to 9.30 pm over 12 weeks. Year 2026 Oct: 29 Nov: 05, 12, 19, 26 Dec: 03, 10, 17 Jan: 07, 14, 21, 28 |
| Course Fee | 1250.00 |
| Entry Requirements | Applicants under 23 years of age: Old Leaving Cert (Pre 2017) 5 Ordinary Level D3s (subjects to include a language, English, Irish or another language) or equivalent exam taken. New Leaving Cert 5 O6/H7 grades, to include a language (English, Irish) Applicants over 23 years of age (Mature students): If you are 23 years or over from the 1st of January before the academic year for which they are applying, you can apply for this course directly using the College’s online application form. |
| Career Path | What further study can I do? Graduates are encouraged to further their studies by joining the Griffith College Professional Diploma in Business Management subject to satisfying the entry requirements, where necessary. What career paths could I have? Upon completion, this programme is the perfect foundation for participants who wish to progress in the workplace. |
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