Start date: 16 September 2025
Duration: 6:30pm - 9:30pm - every Tuesday over 2 Semesters - (Semester 1 runs Sep to Dec, Semester 2 is Feb to May)
Location: DkIT
Certificate: QQI Level 9
Cost: €650 (€2,500 unsubsidised)
Course code: N/A
Programme overview
This one-year, part-time Cert in Management is designed for professionals ready to take the next step in their career. Delivered in partnership with Dundalk Chamber Skillnet and Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT), the programme supports aspiring and current managers to build strong, practical managerial skills.
The programme is ideal for those seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities, transition into a management role, or progress within their organisation.
Learners who complete this Certificate can progress to the Postgraduate Diploma in year 2 and MSc (Masters) in Management and Leadership in year 3, building a full leadership pathway.
It’s the only leadership development pathway of its kind in the North East, designed specifically to support long-term professional growth. By building skills year-on-year, participants gain the confidence and capability to lead strategically and make a lasting impact within their organisations.
Classes are held one evening per week (Tuesdays, 3 hours on campus), with a weekly online tutorial (Thursdays, 1 hour) to support flexible study. The programme blends lectures with webinars, guest industry speakers, and peer-to-peer discussion forums—making it both engaging and practical.
Supported by Skillnet Ireland and co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union under ESF+, this programme offers an accessible and affordable opportunity to gain a recognised Level 9 qualification while working.
This Dundalk Chamber Skillnet programme is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union. https://www.eufunds.ie/
Learning Outcomes
Upon satisfactory completion of this workshop you will:
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Apply core management theories and best practices to real workplace scenarios
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Develop practical leadership skills to manage teams and drive performance
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Enhance problem-solving and decision-making abilities in complex business environments
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Build strategic thinking and planning capabilities for organisational growth
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Strengthen communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement
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Reflect critically on personal management style to support continuous professional development
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Lay the foundation for further postgraduate study leading to a Diploma and MSc in Management & Leadership
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Who Is This Course For?
The programme is open to individuals working in management roles within SMEs and larger organisations, with a particular focus on those based in the North East region. It’s ideally suited to:
- Emerging leaders looking for a clear development pathway
- Middle managers aiming to strengthen their strategic and leadership skills
- Senior managers seeking to drive innovation through research-informed approaches
While a 2:2 honours degree is the standard entry requirement, the programme places strong emphasis on recognition of prior learning (RPL). Applicants with substantial leadership experience or relevant training will have their achievements assessed and valued, allowing them to build on existing experience and gain credit for previous learning.
Modules
The programme content includes the following modules:
Leadership & Organisational Behaviour
Understand what makes an effective leader and how to manage team dynamics and culture.
Strategic Thinking & Planning
Learn to assess business environments and make informed, long-term strategic decisions.
Finance for Managers
Gain confidence in interpreting financial data, budgeting, and making financially sound decisions.
Operations & Project Management
Explore how to manage resources, improve efficiency, and lead successful projects.
Human Resource Management
Learn how to recruit, develop, and retain talent while aligning HR practices with organisational goals.
Innovation & Change Management
Build the skills to lead innovation and manage change in fast-moving business environments.
Contact aidan.callan@dundalkskillnet.ie to book your place
Applications Closing on 03/09/2025
