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UCD Professional Academy offers a wide range of Professional courses, giving you career-defining certifications. Delivered at convenient times and formats, such as On Demand & On Campus courses to equip adult learners with the life skills required to fuel your professional development journey.

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Choose from over 40 expert-led Professional Academy Qualifications & Diplomas.

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Leadership & Management

Featuring practical techniques and real-life examples, our online leadership and management courses will give both new managers and experienced professionals superior learning opportunities.

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Project Management

Whether starting your career or enhancing your project management expertise, our project management education courses offer practical knowledge and industry-recognised certifications.

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HR Management

From introductory HR practice and workforce planning, through to advanced disciplinary management including case law analysis, our exclusive HR courses offer HR practitioners at every level an unrivalled learning experience.

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Graphic Design

Unlock your creative potential with our graphic design courses. Whether you're a beginner or looking to advance your skills, our courses provide hands-on training in the latest design tools, using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, and techniques from expert instructors and help you apply your knowledge to real-world design projects.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Business

Harness the power of AI to drive business success with our specialised business courses. Designed for professionals, these courses offer practical insights and industry-recognised certifications. Learn to implement AI strategies, optimise operations, and make data-driven decisions at scale.

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Digital Marketing

Elevate your marketing skills with our digital marketing courses. Perfect for beginners and seasoned professionals alike, our courses cover essential tools and strategies for online marketing success. Gain practical experience, learn from industry experts, and stay ahead in the dynamic digital landscape by mastering SEO, social media, content marketing, and more.

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Front End Web Development

Kickstart your career in front end web development with our comprehensive courses. Learn the latest technologies and frameworks such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create dynamic, responsive websites. Gain hands-on experience through practical projects and receive guidance from industry experts.

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Irish Taxation

Enhance your understanding of Irish taxation with our specialised course. Designed for professionals at all levels, our programme cover key aspects of tax law, compliance, and strategy. Learn from experienced tax experts and gain practical skills to navigate the complexities of Irish tax regulations.

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Office Administration

Boost your career with our office administration courses. Ideal for both newcomers and experienced professionals, this course covers essential skills such as office management, communication, and organisational techniques. Our courses provide the tools you need to excel in various administrative roles, enhancing your productivity and career prospects.

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Cybersecurity

Protect your organisation with our cybersecurity course. Suitable for all experience levels, our programmes cover essential topics like threat detection, risk management, and data protection. Learn from industry experts and gain practical skills to defend against cyber threats. Our course provides hands-on training and industry-recognised certifications to enhance your career in the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity.

Bookkeeping & Payroll Management

Advance your career with our bookkeeping and payroll management courses. Perfect for professionals at all levels, these excellent courses cover essential skills such as financial record-keeping, payroll processing, and compliance with regulations. Learn from industry experts and gain practical experience to efficiently manage financial tasks in any business environment.

Supply Chain Management

Enhance your expertise in supply chain management with our comprehensive courses. Suitable for professionals at all levels, these programmes cover essential topics like logistics, procurement, and inventory management. Learn from industry experts and gain practical skills to optimise supply chain operations.

Python Programming

Master Python programming with our tailored courses, perfect for beginners and experienced coders alike. Our programmes cover essential topics like syntax, data structures, and web development. Gain hands-on experience through practical projects and learn from Python coding experts.

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Social Media Marketing

Elevate your social media marketing skills with our specialised courses. Ideal for all experience levels, these programmes cover key strategies, content creation, and analytics. Learn from industry experts and gain practical knowledge to effectively manage social media campaigns across various platforms.

Event Management

Develop your event management skills with our comprehensive courses. Perfect for all experience levels, these programmes cover key aspects like planning, coordination, and execution of events. Learn from leading industry professionals and gain practical experience to manage events of any scale. Our courses provide the knowledge and certifications needed to excel in the dynamic field of event management.

Change Management

Equip yourself with the skills to effectively manage organisational change with our specialised change management courses. Designed for professionals at all levels, these programmes cover essential strategies, tools, and frameworks to lead successful change initiatives. Learn from experienced experts and gain practical insights to navigate and implement change in any business environment. Our courses provide the knowledge and certifications needed to excel in the dynamic field of change management.

eCommerce

Unlock the potential of online business with our ecommerce courses. Designed for professionals at all levels, these programmes cover key aspects such as online store management, digital marketing, and customer experience (CX) optimisation. Learn from industry experts and gain practical skills to build, manage, and grow a successful ecommerce business. Our comprehensive courses offer the knowledge and certifications needed to thrive in the competitive world of ecommerce.

Ethical Hacking

Master the skills needed to protect systems and networks with our ethical hacking courses. These programmes cover essential topics such as penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and security protocols. Learn from industry professionals and gain hands-on experience in identifying and mitigating cyber threats. Our courses provide the knowledge and certifications necessary to excel in the field of cybersecurity and ethical hacking.

Data Analysis Without Coding

Gain valuable insights from data without needing to code with our Data Analytics without Coding course. This programme is designed for professionals who want to leverage data analysis tools and techniques without diving into programming. Learn how to work with data, create visualisations, and make data-driven decisions using user-friendly software. Our course provides practical skills and certifications to help you excel in data analytics, all without the need for coding expertise.

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What our Alumni Say

Upon completion of this course, I feel equipped to confidently navigate the ever-changing landscape of AI on a high level. I highly recommend ‘AI for Business’ to any business professional who seeks to gain a competitive edge in the AI-driven world of today.

My experience was truly enjoyable. The staff were friendly and made me feel welcome from the start. I must commend the lecturer in catering to the needs of his students. I gained invaluable insights into data collection and interpretation. Learning tools such as Excel, Power BI, and Tableau expanded my skill set immensely.

I absolutely would recommend the course, as well as UCD Professional Academy to others. I found the admin staff extremely helpful before the course even began, and I appreciated how they often kept in touch during the duration of the course with any updates we needed. Everyone was extremely friendly, and helpful when I reached out.

Aisling Shanley

Donor Relations Officer, Trinity College Dublin

The course curriculum and practical approach equipped me with the skills, tools and knowledge necessary to confidently succeed in today’s digital landscape. I highly recommend UCD Professional Academy to anyone seeking top-tier education in digital product management!

Digital Product Management

I enjoyed learning about the impact digital disruption is having in our world. This course introduced me to a framework for understanding the challenges and opportunities we face. I enjoyed hearing from my classmates who have been involved in digital transformation initiatives. Their insights helped make it a real experience we could all learn from

Enda Murphy

The Professional Academy Diploma in Graphic Design is an excellent course for stepping into the world of Graphic Design. My lecturer was always available for questions. Upon finishing this course, I got a job as a graphic designer and print finisher in a printing studio, so I would recommend this course to people who have interest in design.

This course taught me a lot about myself and my leadership style and I gained valuable insights into effective management techniques. The online classes allowed me the flexibility to attend while working full time and the lecturers were very knowledgeable and provided great guidance and support to the students.

Leadership & Management

The Professional Academy Diploma in PR & Marketing Communications was brilliant, I looked forward to it every week. The lecturer was brilliant and explained everything so well, giving loads of examples from her own work. It was great to hear from others in the course too. I enjoyed learning from the others in the group discussions.

My experience with the Professional Academy Diploma in Project Management was extremely good - since completing the course I now have interviews coming out of my ears! I picked up a lot of useful skills throughout the course and everything was very well-taught by the lecturers.

Project Management

I chose the WIL course to ensure that our in-house WIL Programme was aligned with best practice. The greatest benefit was the safe space created for personal self-reflection that was invaluable to my own leadership development.I'm more confident to lead authentically as a result of the course, and thanks to Patricia, I say 'sorry' a lot less!

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UCD Professional Academy combines academic heritage with modern ambition to provide industry-leading professional courses.

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