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ACADEMIC PROSPECTUS

YOUR COLLEGE YOUR FUTURE YOUR SUCCESS

IBAT (Institute of Business and Technology) College Dublin

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

SALES AND MARKETING

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

INTERNATIONAL TOURISM MANAGEMENT

SPORTS MANAGEMENT

DIGITAL MARKETING

ICT

POSTGRADUATE MBA

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Welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Our Commitment … Your Future Success . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Our Location … Your Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Our Student Services … Your Student Experience . . . . . . 10Our Facilities … Your Learning Environment . . . . . . . . 12Our Validation Partners … Your Qualification . . . . . . . . 14

Undergraduate BachelorDegrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in InternationalBusiness Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International TourismManagement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Sports Management &Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Computing and BusinessInformation Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Postgraduate Business School atIBAT College Dublin . . . . . . . . 22

Master of Business Administration (MBA) . . . . . . . . . . 24

Professional Diploma Courses . . 26

Diploma in Web Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Diploma in Advanced Web Design & Development . . . . 29Diploma in Computer Programming

(Introduction to Java) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Diploma in Advanced Computer Programming

(Advanced Java) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Coding Fundamentals for Business Professionals . . . . . . 32Diploma in Visual C# Programming with

.NET Visual Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Diploma in Mobile Application Development . . . . . . . 35Diploma in Desktop Publishing/Graphic Design . . . . . . 36Diploma in Cyber and Digital Security . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Diploma in Predictive Data Analytics . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Professional Diploma Courses –Part-time continued

Diploma in Strategic Business Management . . . . . . . . . 39 Diploma in Human Resource Management . . . . . . . . . . 40 Diploma in Negotiation & Conflict Management . . . . . . 42Diploma in Business Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Diploma in Front Office Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Diploma in Supervisory Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Diploma in Project Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Diploma in Supply Chain Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Diploma in Nutrition for Sport & Exercise . . . . . . . . . . 48Diploma in Fitness & Lifestyle Management . . . . . . . . 50Diploma in Sport & Exercise Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Diploma in Event Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Diploma in Sales & Marketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Diploma in Tourism & Leisure Marketing . . . . . . . . . . . 55

In Partnership with the Digital Marketing Institute:Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing. . . . . . . . . . . 56Professional Diploma in Digital & Social Selling . . . . . . 57Professional Diploma in Social Media Marketing . . . . . . 58Professional Diploma in Search Marketing . . . . . . . . . . 59Professional Diploma in Digital Strategy and Planning . . 60

Diploma in Bookkeeping (Computerised &Manual Accounts) & Payroll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Advanced Diploma in Bookkeeping (Computerised &Manual Accounts) & Payroll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Diploma in Financial Management (for non-financemanagers) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

English Language School at IBAT College Dublin . . 66

Application Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

PART-TIME ICT Courses

PART-TIME Business Courses

PART-TIME Sales & Marketing Courses

PART-TIME Finance Courses



Your CollegeYour FutureYour Success


“Education is critical to Ireland’s future success. The world wenow live in demands a new approach to education: an approachthat prioritises industry relevance over academic bureaucracy; amodel that can innovate and evolve at the same pace asbusiness and technology; a model that espouses the highestquality education and focuses on equipping students with theknowledge and skills they need to progress in their chosencareer or upskill and retrain where necessary to ensure they canstay ahead in their field. IBAT College Dublin pioneers thismodel of education. It emerges from and represents theentrepreneurial, ambitious and pragmatic new culture that isdriving Ireland back to international success by creating apractical and innovative knowledge economy.”

Shane OrmsbyManaging [email protected]

“A key objective of the Academic Team at IBAT College Dublinis to ensure you have an engaging, positive and valuableexperience during your time with us. One of our key strengthsis our people. The Academic team at IBAT College Dublinpresent with significant lecturing experience and in mostcases also have many years industry experience. Our keypriority is to assist you in any way we can with your studiesso please don’t hesitate to contact us before, during or afteryour studies with us. We are pleased to announce the launchof a suite of sports management and international tourismcourses at degree and diploma level for 2016. These willcomplement our existing suite of business and IT programmesas we continue to ensure that our product offerings providelearners with a unique competitive advantage in themarketplace. We look forward to welcoming you to the Collegein the coming few months.”

Rory ByrneHead of [email protected]


Our Commitment …Your Future Success

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Why you should chooseIBAT College Dublin?Ireland’s leading IndustryFocused CollegeIBAT College Dublin, or Institute ofBusiness & Technology, wasestablished in 2004 in Swords,County Dublin, and expanded in2011 with a new state-of-the-artcampus in the heart of Dublin City.Courses are designed to reflect thedemands of Irish and internationalstudents, with up-to-date syllabireflecting the rapidly changingeconomy, and flexible study optionsto suit the needs of today’s student.We embrace fresh thinking, andbelieve in providing industry-relevant education.

Personal ApproachAt IBAT College Dublin, we know allof our students personally. We prideourselves in how we guide, supportand mentor you throughout yourCollege experience and into yourworking lives. We are committed toall of our students, whether you arestudying with us for one week or forfour years. Our smaller class sizesmake for a more interactive andinformal learning environment andallow the practical as well asacademic side of course material tobe fully explored.

Academics who areLeaders within IndustryOur academic team have significantindustry experience. Drawing on reallife examples, they bring subjects tolife and help apply learning to theworkplace. We understand howeducation needs to adapt to meetthe rate of change in business andtechnology and our “real-world”approach means you get theeducation you need to support andprogress your career.

Graduates who areWorkplace ReadyIn today’s workplace, knowledge ofbusiness theory is important but it isthe practical application of thistheory where the added value lies.Courses which focus on today’sbusiness environment and whichprovide students with themethodologies employers need fromday one are highly sought after.Industry-relevant courses that givestudents direct access to thepractical skills that employers valuemost. Our students enjoy some ofthe most applied course content andteaching techniques in the country,meaning they enter the workplaceready to hit the ground running.

Quality EducationIBAT College Dublin provides a highquality education to all of ourstudents at an extremely competitiveprice. We believe students shouldn’tneed to pay premium prices toaccess the best lecturers and coursecontent, so we offer affordable feesto all of our students. Students onour Degree courses may also beeligible for the Back to EducationAllowance and many of our fulltimecourses are eligible for tax relief atthe standard rate.

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Wellington Quay Campus, Temple BarOur Temple Bar Campus offers a state of- the-artfacility with every amenity you would expectfrom a modern, progressive, Higher EducationInstitute. Our Temple Bar location is surroundedby a host of social and cultural activities and haspublic transport links to every part of the city, aswell as around the country.

Our Location …Your Campus

Located in the heartof Dublin City


ADDITIONAL CITYCENTRE CAMPUS IN 2017As IBAT College Dublin expands we are

delighted to announce the opening of a

new campus on Dawson Street,

Dublin 2 in early 2017.


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New Courses for 2017

In partnership with Code Institute■ Coding Fundamentals for Business Professionals

Adding to the suite of Digital Marketing Institute (DMI) accredited programmes■ Professional Diploma Digital & Social Selling■ Professional Diploma in Social Media Marketing■ Professional Diploma in Search Marketing ■ Professional Diploma in Digital Strategy & Planning

Bachelor Degree Courses ■ BA (Hons) in Computing & Business Information Systems■ BA (Hons) in Sports Management & Development ■ BA (Hons) in International Tourism ■ BA (Hons) in International Business Studies

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Digital tools and techniques arenow an essential component ofany efficient selling strategy


Careers Services DepartmentThe Careers Services Department at IBAT College Dublin helps students toexplore their career options, connect with prospective employers andprepare for life after graduation. We provide an inclusive service tosupport, guide and empower students to help maximise their personaland professional development. Specific Careers Support Services include: - CV Clinics: Create an excellent profile and learn how to effectivelycommunicate your skills and potential to employers.

- Workshops and Seminars: Topics include job search strategies,employability skills, interview coaching

- Online Careers Portal: Incorporates the Jobs Portal where companiescan post and recruit directly for internships, graduate placements,volunteering opportunities and full-time positions directly to IBATCollege Dublin students

- Careers Events: During the academic year we invite employers andrecruitment companies on campus for presentations, networking eventsand Careers Fair, giving students the opportunity to obtain first handadvice and industry specific information, as well as guidance on therange and types of occupations available in the market.

- MBA Career Development: Dedicated MBA career support is offered inconjunction with Novi Global recruitment www.noviglobal.com, aninternational headhunting recruitment firm who work with blue chipand Fortune 500 companies.

Our Student Services …Your Student Experience

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The primary goal of the team inStudent Services is to ensure youhave access to the support you needto achieve your goals. We are smallenough to build relationships witheach of our students and we careabout your success. We also offer afull range of non-academic supportservices from accommodation toinformation on student visas rulesand part-time working regulationsfor International students.


Counselling ServiceIBAT College Dublin students can also engage with aconfidential counselling service. The college works with apanel of qualified professionals, with extensive experience ofdealing with a variety of psychological and social problems,who are available for learner support. Students can access theservice by contacting the College’s Student ServicesCoordinator to make an appointment. Appointments canusually be made within three working days of first contact.

Events, Clubs & SocietiesIBAT College Dublin is right in the heart of Dublin city andallows students to enjoy the bustle and atmosphere of thecity’s cultural centre. Here, you have access to every amenityavailable, from a vibrant cafe culture, cuisine from everyethnic origin, museums, galleries and theatres, and of coursethe infamous nightlife. IBAT College Dublin provides studentswith all the opportunities that accompany college life. Weunderstand it’s not only about the formal education, but alsosocialising and personal development. IBAT College Dublinstudents enjoy a vibrant, active community on campus andthere’s always exciting and interesting events to look forwardto. The best way to get to know your fellow students is byjoining the clubs and societies, going to the parties and ontrips.

Accommodation IBAT College Dublin will be happy to help arrangeaccommodation for you before you arrive in Dublin. Studentscan choose from Homestay accommodation, staying with acarefully selected family in the suburbs of Dublin, withbreakfast and dinner each day included. Students can also optfor shared student residence/apartment option where they canavail of more independent living at various locations aroundthe capital with close transport links. Please indicate if youwould be interested in this service at time of application tothe College.

Dedicated Programme LeaderEach programme has a dedicated Programme Leader whoseprimary function is to ensure that you receive the personalattention and support you need for all academic issuesthroughout your time with us.

Why our students like IBAT College Dublin• Your opinions matter to us and

we continually seek your adviceand feedback

• Our staff are among the mostexperienced in Ireland

• We use the latest innovations inteaching and interactive learning

• Our facilities are modern,innovative and equipped withthe latest technology

• Our class sizes are small• We have friendly and practical

student support services• We offer you free advice and

consultation to assist with careerand education planning

• We use information technologyin an innovative and smart way

• Our timetables are designed withyou in mind

• Students from all over the worldstudy here

• Our administration team enjoymeeting and taking care of you

• Our staff endeavour to ensureyou have an enjoyable andengaging learning experience.



Our Facilities …Your Learning Environment

Our campus provides studentswith first class educationfacilities including MBAdebating chamber,auditoriums, break-out areasand meeting space for groupwork. Students have wirelessinternet access throughout,modern IT labs and studentrecreation areas with kitchenfacilities.

IT Services and Learning Portal During induction each learner isprovided with their own login accountfor accessing the IBAT College DublinLearning Portal. Once they log-in thelearner can access numerous supportservices which have been customisedspecifically for them and their area ofstudy.

• Module selection and notes for allclasses

• A student feedback service can beaccessed through the LearningPortal for each module and allowsstudents to provide instantaneousfeedback to the academic team

• The Learning Portal also has aforum section containing manythreads which range fromdiscussions on areas of study,organising study groups, bestreading lists and study material,selling of second hand books andorganising social and sportingevents within the College

• Via Google Apps the followingcommunication and collaborationservices are provided to allregistered students: Gmail, GoogleTalk, Google Calendar and GoogleDocs

• The College is continuallyupgrading its IT resources with thelatest hardware and software. Allworkstations have high-speedInternet access with printingfacilities for all workstations. Allstudents have access to thesefacilities to assist research andenhance knowledge.

Library & InformationServices The library and information facilitiescater to the academic and researchrequirements of students at all levelsof education within the College.

• The library catalogue, e-books anddatabases can also be searched viamobile and off-campus

• The library collections compriseprint texts, e-journals, e-booksand online databases

• Library inductions are alsoprovided for all new and returningstudents at the start of term, tofamiliarise students with thelibrary facilities, both physical andon-line, and also teaches themhow to search and evaluateinformation, avoid plagiarism andreference correctly. LibraryInduction supports users to locatematerial relevant to their studiesand research through InformationLiteracy Workshops

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The librarycatalogue,e-books anddatabase can besearched viamobile off campus



Our Validation Partners …Your QualificationIBAT College Dublin, in conjunction with our learning partners, offers a wide range of full-time and part-time programmesfrom short skills-based professional programmes to full-time honours degree and postgraduate courses. Many of the coursesoffered in IBAT College Dublin are alligned to the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ). The NFQ provides a structureto compare and contrast the level and standard of different qualifications in Ireland. This helps you to make informeddecisions about your qualification choices, and progression routes available to you.

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University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD)The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) was formed on 18 November 2010 throughthe merger of the University of Wales Lampeter and Trinity University College Carmarthen, underLampeter’s Royal Charter of 1828. On the 1 August 2013, Swansea Metropolitan University becamepart of UWTSD. The University’s Royal Charter is the oldest in Wales and England after theuniversities of Oxford and Cambridge. In 2011 HRH the Prince of Wales became its Royal Patron.

Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI)Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) is the qualifications awarding body for third-level educationaland training institutions outside the university sector in Ireland. QQI awards qualifications at alllevels of higher education and training up to PhD level.


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Digital Marketing Institute (DMI)The Digital Marketing Institute is the global certification standard in digital marketingand selling. The DMI have certified more professionals to a single, industry validated,digital marketing standard than anyone else in the world. Its training programmes aredesigned to bridge the gap between traditional academia and industry demands byproviding qualifications that demonstrate competency in the digital marketing skills sohighly sought after in the workforce today.

Code InstituteCode Institute was founded in 2015 and is dedicated to creating courses to help bridgethe growing communication and skills gap in the ICT sector. Code Institute worksclosely with subject matter experts to create a globally recognised set of standards. Apanel of industry-leading experts – including members from Accenture, Dell, GSK, andPayPal – make up the Industry Advisory Council (IAC). It's IAC review, validate andrecommend syllabus improvements, ensuring the most relevant technologies andlanguages are taught. Maximising employability and bridging the growing ICTcommunication skills gap underpins the philosophy of the Code Institute.

Project Management Institute (PMI)The Project Management Institute (PMI) serve practitioners and organisations withstandards that describe good practices, globally recognised credentials that certifyproject management expertise, and resources for professional development, networkingand community.

Education in IrelandIBAT College Dublin is delighted to work with Education in Ireland to enhance Ireland’sworldwide reputation for high quality education, built on a solid foundation ofcommitment to excellence. Renowned for friendliness, our safe, English speakingcountry offers the warmest of welcomes to students from all over the world. At IBATCollege Dublin, we also work with a number of accreditation bodies to deliver globallyrecognised qualifications.

Accreditation and Co-ordination of English Language Services (ACELS)The Department of Education and Skills has given Accreditation and Co-ordination ofEnglish Language Services (ACELS) the responsibility for monitoring the sector. SinceJanuary 2011 ACELS is part of Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). QQI-ACELS runsan inspection scheme, which leads to school recognition by the Department ofEducation and Skills.

Marketing English in Ireland (MEI)The English School at IBAT College Dublin is a member of the Marketing English inIreland (MEI) Association. MEI is an association of recognised English LanguageInstitutions in Ireland. With origins dating back to the 1960s and a membership thatincludes small, medium and large schools, the MEI association offers a high level ofservice and a wide range of English language programmes to over 100,000 studentsfrom all over the world each year. The member schools of MEI are inspected andrecognised by Accreditation and Coordination of English Language Services (ACELS).

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Undergraduate BachelorDegree Courses

Highlights• Acquisition of a broad range of skills and knowledge• Prepares you for a wide range of careers in areas

such as management, marketing, IT, tourism andsport.

• Small class sizes• Online notes and resources• Dedicated Programme Leader• Ideal for entrepreneurs and business managers• A strong focus on your career-related potential is

developed• Flexible study options

Will it help my career?The undergraduate courses in IBAT College Dublincover a broad range of subjects that equip you withthe ability to enter a career in a number of businessmanagement sectors including marketing, tourism,computing and sports management. Potentialbusiness-owners and entrepreneurs require a cross-section of the knowledge and skills a businessqualification offers that are critical to get anybusiness off the ground. People in managementpositions, or looking to move into a managementposition, will also benefit from the strong theoreticalgrounding and practical focus of the undergraduateprogrammes IBAT College Dublin. Other essential skillssuch as written communication, problem solving,teamwork, time management and decision makingform an integral part of your learning curve throughthe personal development modules.

Undergraduate Degree Course Listing• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Business

Studies• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Tourism

Management• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Sports Management &

Development• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Computing and Business

Information Systems




Other essential skillssuch as writtencommunication,problem solving,teamwork, timemanagement anddecision makingform an integral partof your learningcurve through thepersonaldevelopmentmodules.


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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) inInternational Business Studies

COURSE DURATIONThree years (full-time)Four years (part-time)

COURSE SCHEDULEFour days per week (full-time) Two evenings per week(part-time)

SUBJECT TO VALIDATION IN2017 BY:University of WalesTrinity Saint David Aligned to NFQ Award Level: 8ECTS Credits: 180

What is the course about? This programme aims to develop students with an integrated and criticalawareness and understanding of key business concepts, and how thoseconcepts support management decisions and organisational success.Students will acquire skills which will support the enhancement of theirbusiness judgement, critical analysis and decision-making skills.

What will I learn? The BA (Hons) in International Business Studies offers learners theopportunity to understand key sector specific organisations, practices andtechnical delivery. These themes will also be supplemented by managementbased theory and practices which would include marketing, human resourcedevelopment, strategic understanding and operations, to an element offinance and budget awareness and control.

Will this course improve my career potential? The rise of multinational corporations, joint ventures and foreign directinvestment means that today's manager needs to be able to operate in aglobal and multicultural business environment. This BA (Hons) inInternational Business Studies programme aims to address the need forgraduates who can function in an international business environment, andwill prepare them for careers with organisations that do business acrossnational borders. The programme is designed to meet the needs of thoselearners who prefer to study business organisations in an internationalcontext, without the desire to specialise in a functional area or businesssector. The programme philosophy is to provide learners with a broad-based understanding of international business organisations, theirmanagement and cultures and the global environments in which theyoperate.

COURSE CODE:CTSDBA1BS1F

Full-time orPart-time

ENTRY REQUIREMENTLeaving Cert C3 or higher in two higher-level subjects and D3 or higher infour ordinary-level subjects, to include Maths & English. Candidates over 23years old, who do not meet this minimum academic entry requirement, canapply as a mature student.

What will I study?

ModulesLevel 1• Accounting Fundamentals• Introducing the Modern Workplace• Marketing Essentials• Business Research, Learning and Professional

Development• ICT (Information and Communications

Technology) for Business• The Global Business Environment

Level 2• Digital Marketing• Entrepreneurship• Management Accounting• Managing People• The Human Resources Professional• The Legal Framework

Level 3• Contemporary Issues in Marketing and

Management• International Financial Management• Leadership and Management Theory and

Practice• Strategic Management & Sustainability • Dissertation



Bachelor of Arts (Hons) inInternational Tourism Management

COURSE DURATIONThree years (full-time)

COURSE SCHEDULEFour days per week

VALIDATED BYUniversity of WalesTrinity Saint David Aligned to NFQ Award Level: 8ECTS Credits: 180

What is the course about?Positive global trends have recently been published by the World TradeOrganisation, whereby it is suggested that there will be increased growthin international tourism with arrivals rising to 1.6 billion by 2020, andsuch tourists are estimated to spend circa $2,000 billion. In reportspublished by the World Travel and Tourism Council, such figures arepredicted to increase by 2024, of whereby tourism employment will directlyaccount for 126,257,000 jobs, which equates to an increase of 2.0% perannum over the next 10 years. This proposed BA (Hons) in InternationalTourism Management programme is designed to focus on specialist modulesbased on international tourism and travel issues and internationally-focused real-world examples/work experience. The programme has beendesigned in the context of current trends within the tourism industrywhich is dictating the need for more international professional skills tocreate distinctive global graduates.

What will I learn?Issues and challenges facing international tourism are both complex andinterrelated and the programme will seek to provide an understanding intopolitical, socio-cultural, economic and environmental influences whichimpact upon the development of this sector. Contemporary Global Tourismis characterised increasingly by crisis, cultural convergence and conflictwhich is challenging established methodologies to manage destinations.Learners will be encouraged to think and reflect upon such issues tobecome more realistic visionaries of the tourism phenomenon.Field study work and research are integrated into the programme from year1 upwards in order to bring the learning alive for learners and create reallife scenarios for academic analysis.

Will this course improve my career potential?According to the Fáilte Ireland Annual Review and Forecast (2016),critically, with respect to jobs, two in five (41%) respondents plan toincrease the number of people they employ in the next two to three years -including four in five (79%) hotels. About half of the tourism businessessurveyed (48%) expect to employ up to five additional people, 17% willtake on 5 to 10 people and 14% of responding hotels will be looking totake up at least ten more members of staff.

COURSE CODE:CTSDBAITM1F FULL-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTLeaving Cert C3 or higher in two higher-level subjects and D3 or higher infour ordinary-level subjects, to include Maths & English. Candidates over 23years old, who do not meet this minimum academic entry requirement, canapply as a mature student.

What will I study?

ModulesYear 1• Academic and Professional Skills

Development• Principles of Managing Organisations• Leisure Marketing• Hospitality and Guest Services Management• The Global Tourism Village• The Events Industry

Year 2• Management in Practice• Research Methods• International Travel Operations Management• Inter Cultural Communication• Events Design and Delivery• Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality

Management

Year 3• Global Destination Management• International Sports Events Management• Strategic Travel and Tourism Management• Culture and Heritage Tourism Management• Dissertation


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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in SportsManagement & Development


COURSE SCHEDULEFour days per week (full-time)Two evenings per week(part-time)

VALIDATED BYUniversity of WalesTrinity Saint David Aligned to NFQ Award Level 8 ECTS Credits: 180

What is the course about?A 2013 study by AT Kearney, found that, with 7 percent per year growthbetween 2009 and 2013, the sports market has grown faster than GDP in mostcountries in the world. When you add in sporting goods, apparel, equipment,and health and fitness spending, the sports industry generates as much as$700 billion yearly, or 1 percent of global GDP. The report concluded thatrevenue of sports events should continue to grow in the next cycle withprojected revenue of $91 billion by 2017, an additional $15 billion valuebetween 2013 and 2017. The BA (Hons) in Sports Management &Development offers learners the opportunity to understand key sector specificorganisations, practices and technical delivery which would include NGB’s,professional sports teams, elite athletes and educational provision from anactive start through to active for life principle. The practical real-worldelements provide learners with the opportunity to gain relevant work practicein the sector which should help their employability.

What will I learn?Learners will study a variety of business management modules alongsidesector specific sports modules which will provide the future framework for thecontinued professional development of the graduate. The learners will focuson applied managerial themes which include marketing, HRM and strategicmanagement alongside coaching, mentoring and player and pathwaydevelopment models. This will develop relevant graduate skills which willinclude the ability to deliver technical and tactical content to a variety ofable-performers.

Will this course improve my career potential?Graduates can move into a variety of roles within the sector which couldinclude opportunities in the voluntary and community sector, governingbodies of sport, local sports partnerships and youth and community groups,who use sport and physical activity as a means of promoting personal capacitybuilding and community social capital. Graduates may also be interested in avariety of occupations such as personal trainer, gym instructors/supervisors,fitness and programming professional for teams/athletes or as activity leaderwith children or adults. They may also move into a range of management-related employment opportunities in small and large companies includingleisure attractions, sports media and national sporting organisations.

COURSE CODE:CTSDBASMD1F

FULL-TIME ORPART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTLeaving Cert C3 or higher in two higher-level subjects and D3 or higherin four ordinary-level subjects, to include Maths & English. Candidatesover 23 years old, who do not meet this minimum academic entryrequirement, can apply as a mature student.

What will I study?

ModulesLevel 1• The Business of Sport• Fundamentals of Sports Marketing• Fitness and Lifestyle Management• Management of the Coaching Process• Research, Learning and Professional

Development • Health, Exercise and Society

Level 2• Community Sport Development• Stadia and Sports Facility Management• Advanced Coaching and Mentoring• Professional and Elite Sports Management• Nutrition for Sport and Exercise• Sports Psychology

Level 3• Managing People and Projects• Sports Policy and Strategy• Global Sports Events Management• Strength, Resistance and Conditioning• Sports Industry Research Project



Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Computing& Business Information Systems


COURSE SCHEDULEFour days per week (full-time)Two evenings per week(part-time)

SUBJECT TO VALIDATIONIN 2017 BY:University of WalesTrinity Saint David Aligned to NFQ Award Level 8 ECTS Credits: 180

What is the course about?In this digital age, information and information systems perforate all sectorsand areas of business. Consequently, there has been a consistent demand forgraduates with hybrid knowledge and skills in both ICT and business; this isindicated by the skills shortages within the industry, and the technical andpractical knowledge, skills and competencies which are most lacking in thejobs market today. This programme is aimed at learners who wish to pursue acareer in ICT, either in the technical sphere or information systemsmanagement. It gives a solid grounding in computer technology, andstrengthens this by exposing learners to its application within a businesscontext. This emphasis ensures that, with increased knowledge combined withpractical skills, business decisions involving ICT can be taken on a soundtechnical basis, providing a better business awareness not provided by apurely technical computer science degree programme.

What will I learn? This programme will provide its graduates with a strong, broad-basededucation in a number of computing and technological disciplines, combinedwith the application of these disciplines to support business activities andprocesses within an organisation. The modules are designed to providelearners with the knowledge and skills required to work at the interfacebetween the wider organisation and the planning, design, development, anddeployment of computing solutions.

Will this course improve my career potential? Learners will study a variety of business management modules alongsidesector specific ICT modules which will provide the future framework for thecontinued professional development of the graduate. This will developrelevant graduate skills which will include the ability to deliver technical andtactical content to a variety of able-performers. Learners will also be able todevelop agreed improvement plans and forecast future sector trends.Graduates of this programme may be interested in roles such as applicationdeveloper, business analyst, data analyst, database analyst/administrator,system analyst and business application programmer, project manager, ITsoftware trainer, web developer, and within e-marketing & social media.

COURSE CODE:CTSDRACBIS1F

FULL-TIME ORPART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTLeaving Cert C3 or higher in two higher-level subjects and D3 or higherin four ordinary-level subjects, to include Maths & English. Candidatesover 23 years old, who do not meet this minimum academic entryrequirement, can apply as a mature student.

What will I study?

ModulesLevel 1• Business and Management• Computational Thinking • Data Visualisation• Information Engineering• Introduction to Web Development • Network Fundamentals• Software Development• Academic and Employability Skills

Level 2• Cloud Computing for Business• Database Management Systems• eCommerce• Enterprise and Innovation• Interactive Application Development • Internet Security• Project Management• Research Methods

Level 3• Advanced Web Development• Big Data• Business Information Systems • Distributed Enterprise Applications • Major Project


The Postgraduate Business Schoolat IBAT College DublinThe Postgraduate Teaching & LearningExperienceThe postgraduate academic team at IBAT College Dublinincludes practitioners and sector specific specialists witha wealth of business experience, both in an Irish and aninternational context. This experienced faculty along withthe integration of experiential and classroom knowledgewithin your postgraduate studies will enable you todevelop the skills and acumen required to meet yourcurrent and future business challenges. An optimallearning experience is achieved in class sizes between 20and 30 participants, ideal for the participation andinteraction that we encourage on our programmes,thereby enhancing the learning experience and allowingyou to add real value to your business or organisation.

Future economic success for Ireland and worldwide willdepend on the adaptability and creativity of our industryleaders. IBAT College Dublin is a progressive Institutionembracing innovation and new models of education toenable students and graduates to become leaders in thebusiness world. Combining state-of-the-art facilities forpostgraduate education (including an MBA DebatingChamber) with extensive high speed information andlearning services, a postgraduate programme from IBATCollege Dublin will help you to realise your full potential.IBAT College Dublin offers postgraduate and professionalprogrammes that will make a significant contribution tothe achievement of students strategic and operationalgoals.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) An MBA has become an international global currency andgraduates are highly sought after by multi-nationals,consulting companies and corporate giants. The MBAprogramme at IBAT College Dublin is designed to helpstudents become senior managers or leaders in theirbusinesses and have the management and analytical toolsto equip them to make the big picture strategic decisionsin their field.


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➔ MBA Student of the Year 2016 Paul Evans (centre)with Rory Byrne, Head of School of Business, IBATCollege Dublin and Ayesha Thompson, OsborneRecruitment (Student of the Year Sponsor) at the2016 Conferring Ceremony in Saint Patrick's Cathedral.


IBAT College Dublin is aprogressive Institutionembracing innovationand new models ofeducation to enablestudents and graduatesto become leaders inthe business world.



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Master of Business Administration –The MBA


COURSE DURATION15 months full-timeor two years part-time + dissertation

SCHEDULEFull-time: two daysper week Part-time: twoevenings per week

VALIDATED BY Universityof Wales Trinity Saint DavidAWARD Master of BusinessAdministration (MBA)

COURSE INTAKESFebruary, May or September

Why study for the MBA at IBAT College Dublin?If you are a high-potential graduate or a senior businessprofessional, seeking to maximise your business and personalpotential the IBAT College Dublin MBA will not only help yourealise your ambitions but redefine them. An MBA has becomean international global currency and graduates are highlysought-after by multinationals, consulting companies andcorporate giants.

An innovative and highly relevant offering, the MBAprogramme at IBAT College Dublin reflects the realities of theinternational marketplace by combining the latest inmanagement theory with the practical skills that modern

employers need. It is intensive and challenging, and learnerswill graduate with a solid foundation in internationalisation inhuman resources, financial analysis, strategic marketing andleadership, and critically, the role of ethics in business. Therewill also be a strong focus on the practical skills required toback up the learner’s knowledge in the workplace. Theprogramme was developed alongside industry experts andcorporate partners to ensure it meets the requirements ofmodern business. The qualification is synonymous with entryinto a career in senior management and is recognised globallyas a benchmark in management excellence. The combinationof theory, application and research provide added value for

What our students say …

“For me, the practical, corporate focused course content is one of the strongest points of theIBAT MBA, and this is backed up by a dedicated team of lecturers who are able to combinetheir significant academic credentials with some hugely beneficial insights from their respectivecareer backgrounds. As well as this, in-class discussions and debates amongst fellow studentswere always encouraged and contributed greatly to making the overall learning outcome evenmore rewarding. I have already found myself taking insights from these discussions back to mydaily job. I’d be more than happy to recommend the IBAT MBA to anyone who is seeking achallenging but highly rewarding educational journey and I am fully confident that it will openup many options in my future business career, both nationally and internationally.”Martin Minchin, MBA Graduate 2016

COURSE CODE:CTSDMBA

Full-time orPart-time

ENTRY REQUIREMENTMinimum 2.2 Honours Degree or relevant management experience - contactour Admissions Office for more details

● Validated by University of Wales Trinity Saint David – internationally recognised NFQ equivalent level 9 qualification● Industry-focused lectures with live projects, “real-time” case-studies, on-site visits and guest lectures from business

leaders and innovators● Valuable contacts and networking opportunities● Highly trained industry experts educated to Masters/PhD level● Small classes with team-based learning● Extensive online learning resources and career development support● High return on investment● Competitive and flexible tuition fee structure● Students can connect with MBA Students and Alumni on the IBAT College MBA LinkedIn Group



What our students say …

About University of WalesTrinity Saint DavidThe University of Wales Trinity SaintDavid (UWTSD) was formed on 18November 2010 through the mergerof the University of Wales Lampeterand Trinity University CollegeCarmarthen, under Lampeter’s RoyalCharter of 1828. On the 1 August2013, Swansea MetropolitanUniversity became part of UWTSD.The University’s Royal Charter is theoldest in Wales and England afterthe universities of Oxford andCambridge. In 2011 HRH the Princeof Wales became its Royal Patron.

The CurriculumAcademically rigorous, stimulatingand practical, a successful MBAchallenges students throughclassroom learning and practicalopportunities to apply new skillslearned. The programme covers sixcarefully selected modules,considered essential to any businessmanager’s toolkit. You will also beintroduced to the area of ResearchMethods. This will assist you withyour assignments and will also playa key role in the development ofyour Dissertation module.

AssessmentAssessments are done through ablend of coursework, individualassignments, group projects, enquirybased assignments andpresentations.

both learners and employers in gaining awell-established fourth level award in theinternational educational arena. Thecomplexity of a managerial role is capturedwithin the range of modules contained withinthis programme and will produce graduatesthat can take their place among peersinternationally. The MBA is a challengingProgramme as befits the most prestigiousbusiness degree qualification in the worldbut many find the entire experience of anMBA to be a life-changing one!

“The impact from the MBA in-class learning’s on theindividuals business can be seen immediately - I madenumerous changes internally in my business based on what Ihave learnt from the IBAT College Dublin MBA and performanceimprovement is very evident across my team. By its very naturethe MBA expands business thinking, critical thinking andcreativity immediately in the individual within their workplacewhich is critical to the future of our organisations. Learningfrom fellow students about their industry, challenges, andsolutions also builds excellent relationships.” Shona McManus, MBA Graduate 2015

What will I gain from anMBA?

• You will gain strategic-thinking,critical analysis, and a ‘biggerpicture’ understanding.

• New management skills andtechniques to move towardsincreased responsibilities.

• Better communication and teambuilding skills.

• Networking opportunities withcandidates from other functionalareas, companies, industries,regions and countries, enabling youto acquire a sharpened globalvision.

• You will contribute at a higher levelwithin your organisation, thusimproving career, promotion andsalary prospects.

• The study tools and techniquesadopted will help you develop andmanage products, services andpeople that will be internationallycompetitive.

What will I study?

Modules● Financial Management● Human Resource

Management● Marketing Management● Strategic Management● International Business● Consultancy Management● Dissertation and Associated

Research Proposal

What our students say …“I have had the experience of a lifetimeat IBAT College, Dublin. I'm almostfinished my part-time MBA and two yearshas passed so quickly. The coursematerial, the Lecturers, the college ingeneral is exemplary! Would I recommendIBAT College Dublin? Yes, in aheartbeat.” Gráinne Clarkin, MBAGraduate 2016

Prifysgol CymruY Drindod Dewi Sant

University of WalesTrinity Saint David



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Professional Diploma Courses

● Wide programme offering to meet current industryskill needs

● Introductory courses offered with no pre-requisiteexperience/knowledge required

● Advanced courses available for more experiencedprofessionals

● Taught by industry practitioners who are currentlyworking in their field of expertise

● Part-time study that can be balanced with full-timecommitments

● Flexible tuition fee payment options ● Online notes and resources

Will It help my Career? Professional development is essential in the labourmarket as companies are continuously evolving, updatingand changing. It is now imperative any workforce hasthe skills and knowledge required to effectively executetheir roles. Benefits of upskilling or reskilling with aProfessional Diploma course include:

- Efficiency – training is an immediate investment thatguarantees more efficient work and better-informedemployees in the future.

- Morale – employees who lack confidence in theirability suffer and so does the business they work for.Confidence has a huge impact on productivity andquality, so you can’t underestimate the influence thatupskilling has on your professional happiness.

- Diversification – training can be used to hone presentskills and concurrently acquire new ones, making yourskillset more valuable to your business. The workplacehas become more uncertain, but it has also become moreflexible. Career hopping and lateral moves job-wise aregreeted with openness and positivity in most sectors,and workers who take control of their professionaldevelopment are seen as major assets.

Professional Diploma Course Listing

Diploma in Web Design Diploma in Advanced Web Design & Development Diploma in Computer Programming (Introduction toJava) Diploma in Advanced Computer Programming(Advanced Java) Coding Fundamentals for Business ProfessionalsDiploma in Visual C# Programming with .NET VisualStudioDiploma in Mobile Application Development Diploma in Desktop Publishing/Graphic Design Diploma in Cyber & Digital Security Diploma in Predictive Data Analytics

Diploma in Strategic Business Management Diploma in Human Resource Management Diploma in Negotiation & Conflict Management Diploma in Business AnalysisDiploma in Front Office Management Diploma in Supervisory ManagementDiploma in Project Management Diploma in Supply Chain Management Diploma in Nutrition for Sport & Exercise Diploma in Fitness & Lifestyle Management Diploma in Sport & Exercise Psychology

Diploma in Event Management Diploma in Sales & Marketing Diploma in Tourism & Leisure Marketing Diploma in Applied Search & Google Web Tools

In Partnership with the Digital Marketing Institute:Professional Diploma in Digital MarketingProfessional Diploma in Digital & Social Selling Professional Diploma in Social Media Marketing Professional Diploma in Search Marketing Professional Diploma in Digital Strategy and Planning

Diploma in Bookkeeping (Computerised & ManualAccounts) & Payroll Advanced Diploma in Bookkeeping (Computerised andManual Accounts) & Payroll Diploma in Financial Management (for non-financemanagers)

professional

PART-TIME ICT Courses

PART-TIME Business Courses

PART-TIME Sales & Marketing Courses

PART-TIME Finance Courses



Lecturers withextensive industryexperience andcontacts


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Diploma inWeb Design


What is the course about?This course covers the basic tools required to design and build a website.You will master many skills from organising the website structure to ease ofnavigation. You will also learn how to lay out the information.

What will I learn?It starts with the basics, using HTML code to build a basic site providingthe learner with a solid foundation in how a website is designed. It thenprogresses on to using a HTML editor – Adobe Dreamweaver – to design awebsite in a more user-friendly environment. The final section of thecourse introduces the learner to Adobe Fireworks. This software is used tomanipulate images, design rollover buttons and create a web page layoutwhich can be brought into Dreamweaver and used as a template for awebsite. At the end of the programme the students are required to designand publish their own website.

How is this course assessed?To be awarded the Diploma in Web Design students will be required tosuccessfully complete an assignment. The assignment will be based on awebsite design project which will need to be completed within a set timelimit.

What are my career prospects with this course? It is suitable for students who wish to pursue a career as a web designer orlearn how to design and maintain their own site. It is an excellent platformto progress into more advanced web design courses such the Advanced WebDesign and Development. Upon completion of this course you will bequalified to design, update and maintain a basic website, affording you theopportunity to work in-house in a design agency at junior level or within amarketing department updating and improving websites and other onlineactivity. It is also suitable for SME owners who want to create and maintaina website.

COURSE CODE:CFTDWD1 PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTA working knowledge of computers, familiarity with web browsing and basicfile management.

Modules• Introduction to HTML - the main

programming language used for displayingweb pages and other information that canbe displayed in a web browser

• Using Adobe Dreamweaver - an industrystandard web design programme by Adobe.

• Dreamweaver Templates - the mostcommonly used templates

• Using Cascading Styles Sheets (CSS) -programming language for creating webpage

• Design templates• Integrating Adobe Fireworks (web image

editing software from Adobe) with• Dreamweaver• SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) and FTP

(Uploading).

What will I study?

professional

COURSE DURATION9 weeks

COURSE SCHEDULEOne evening per week

AWARDDiploma in Web Design

COURSE INTAKESThree intakes per year –please see www.ibat.iefor next intake currentlyenrolling



Diploma in AdvancedWeb Design & Development

What is the course about?This course has been specifically designed for existing web designersand developers who wish to expand their knowledge of websitedevelopment. The course assumes knowledge of website designequivalent to the IBAT Diploma in Website Design. Those not holdingan IBAT Diploma in Web Design or equivalent must demonstrate aproficient knowledge of design.

What will I learn?The main objective of this course is to upskill existing web designersfrom a basic level of website design to a more advanced level. Itincludes Client-Side JavaScript Programming for the web and gives areally solid foundation in HTML and CSS code, which are essential skillsfor all advanced website designers. Another main objective is to enableexisting website designers to design sites that are responsive to thelatest devices and capable of being deployed as mobile applications onIOS and Android devices using technologies such as HTML5 andPhoneGap.

What are my career prospects with this course?Students holding an IBAT Advanced Diploma in Web Design may beable to apply for more senior positions as web designers. The coursewill allow existing web designers to expand their knowledge of websitedesign and enable them to create more advanced web designs and workon more advanced web projects. The Web Design Course is an excellentintroduction to programming for the Web and successful completionwill open up many new opportunities in web design. Upon successfulcompletion students can progress to the Diploma in Visual C#programming or the Diploma in Mobile Application Development.

COURSE CODE:CADWEB2E PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTIBAT Diploma in Web Design or equivalent qualification or experience.

Modules• Understanding the CSS Box Model• Developing Responsive CSS layouts• Working with CSS grid frameworks such as

Bootstrap and 960.gs• Introduction to Javascript Programming• Working with Jquery• Developing dynamic sites using Jquery,

JSON and templating systems• Working with databinding - using

knockout.JS and Angular J• Introduction to HTML5 mobile applications• Introduction to server side code (PHP)

using JSON, AJAX and AngularJ• Working with PhoneGap to develop mobile

apps• Search Engine Optimisation

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in Advanced WebDesign & Development



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Diploma in Computer Programming(Introduction to Programming)


What is the course about?This introductory-level computer programming course is specifically designed forthose with little or no previous experience in the area. It provides learners, regardlessof their background, to feel justifiably confident in their ability to write code and isideal for any learner with an interest and motivation to embark in a career in softwaredevelopment. This course provides a comprehensive and easy to follow lesson planand tuition in one of the most popular, versatile and widely used programminglanguages in common use today, all taught in modern specialist computing labs.

What will I learn?Students will learn the fundamental concepts and terminology of softwaredevelopment and develop skills in designing and writing computer programs. Thecourse assumes no programming background and provides an overview of the softwaredevelopment process in addition to introducing important programming constructsand methodologies. Start with the basics of programming and go on to write yourown programs and integrate input and output, calculations, decision making, andloops. Build your knowledge and confidence with easy-to-understandexamples and plenty of skill-building exercises. The course will also serve learners as apathway to preparing for the Java SE7 Fundamentals exam by Oracle.

What are my career prospects with this course? During the past decade, Ireland has gained increasing recognition as Europe’s premierlocation for software development. Since the 1980s, most leading US softwarevendors, including Microsoft, Oracle, Google, Facebook and Symantec, have basedtheir European operations centres in Ireland. The country has also become the numberone site for software development in Europe. All the big players such as Microsoft,Google, EBay, Symantec and Amazon are now based in Ireland. ComputerProgramming is often the first port of call for anyone looking to move into a full timerole in software development. An understanding of a computer language will alsooffer many opportunities for promotion as it provides insight and knowledge on howsystems are actually built and implemented within organisations. This course willserve as an excellent and comprehensive introductory foundation in programming andwill help to secure entry-level positions across the ICT sector for roles including butnot limited to software testing and junior developer. This course will also preparestudents for the Java SE 7 Fundamentals Certification exam by Oracle, which is therequired first step towards Java Professional Certification.

COURSE CODE:CIBCPROG1 PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTBasic IT knowledge including a working knowledge of computers

Modules• Introduction to Computer

Programming and Java• Writing code and basics of Java

syntax• Building primitive data types• Classes, objects and Java’s OOP

(object-oriented programming)structure

• Data variables and Introductionto data input

• Decision making process of Java• Loop and Enumeration• Exceptions and Debuggers• Java windows and GUI

(graphical user interface)programming in Java

What will I study?

professional



AWARDDiploma in ComputerProgramming




Modules• Java development using

Generics• Java development using Threads

and Concurrency• Java development using Logging

API• Java development using Remote

Method Invocation• Java development using

Input/Output Stream• Java development using Inner

classes, Sockets, Webconnectivity and Security

• Development using Servlets• Development using JavaFX-

based• Development using Java

Database Connectivity

What will I study?

Diploma in Advanced ComputerProgramming (Advanced Java)

What is the course about?This course is designed for those who are already familiar with the Java languagebasics and topics. The Advanced Programming Course with many advanced topicsincluding JavaBeans, Servlet Programming, Java Database Connectivity, RemoteMethod Invocation, and JavaFX. Other major topics in this course include NetworkProgramming Serialization, Properties, Security, the Collection Classes andArchitectures.

What will I learn?Students will learn how to enhance development functionality to create World WideWeb applications using Java run-time class libraries. Student will take advantage ofJava’s powerful classes to build truly object-oriented applications. Students will learnhow to ensure the security of your applications with Java’s built-in securitysafeguards and write multi-threaded Java applications that safely manage concurrentaccess to application state.

How is this course assessed?To be awarded the Advanced Diploma in Computer Programming participants will berequired to successfully complete a programming project. This course will also preparestudents for the Java SE 7 Fundamentals Certification exam by Oracle, which is therequired first step towards Java Professional Certification.

What are my career prospects with this course? Java is designed to work across multiple software platforms, meaning a programwritten on Mac OS X, for example, could also run in a Windows environment. There areover 3 billion devices running Java worldwide; the world’s top companies rely on JavaProgrammers to build and maintain these critical applications, as such companiesacross all sectors have shown an increased demand for ICT Professionals that areskilled in Java Programming. As a consequence both Java and .Net are the mostsought-after skill in the IT recruitment market.

COURSE CODE:CIBACPROG2 PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTExperience in Java or an equivalent qualification required



AWARDAdvanced Diploma inComputer Programming



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Coding Fundamentals forBusiness Professionals


What is the course about?Coding Fundamentals for Business Professionals is a brand new course from CodeInstitute aimed at entrepreneurs and traditional practitioners in the areas ofmarketing, project management, HR and finance. This course will teach you how tospeak the language of coding, without actually having to learn to code, in order tobetter communicate with I.T. staff. As a result, projects will be delivered on time andin budget thanks to having a greater understanding of the processes and requirementsinvolved at the outset.

What will I learn?At the end of this course you will come away with the ability to effectively plan andcommunicate all of the digital elements of your projects. By knowing the capabilitiesand skills involved, you will be equipped to handle all of a client’s queries at theoutset of a project, plan accordingly, and then communicate the requirements to yourdevelopment team in a language they can understand. You will learn how differentprogramming languages interact, and the function of each. Utilising this knowledgewill allow you to become an innovator on the digital elements of projects and have agreater input. Finally, you will learn how to empower and build great digital teams.

What are my career prospects with this course?Improve your career by being able to brief in projects to developers in a language youwill both understand. Understanding the key concepts and opportunities of softwaredevelopment means you can plan and execute projects on time and within budget.You will have knowledge of all the main programming languages and their uses and beable to build and empower great teams working towards the same goals.

COURSE CODE:CICFBP1P PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTBasic IT knowledge including a working knowledge of computers

Modules• Front end development• Back end development• Data Storage and Retrieval• Data Management• Cloud Computing• Application Programming• Interfaces (APIs)• Frameworks• Open Source Development• Software Development Process• Building and Empowering Great• Teams

What will I study?

professional



AWARDCoding Fundamentalsfor BusinessProfessionals



Become aninnovator on thedigital elementsof projects



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Diploma in Visual C# Programmingwith .NET Visual Studio


What is the course about?Microsoft Visual C# is one of the most versatile programming languages in the world; itcan be used to develop Windows client applications, Web applications, components,Windows Store apps, Windows Phone app, Enterprise, iOS and Android mobileapplications. One of the main advantages in learning C# is the languages diversity andadaptability; C# enables developers to easily write programmes for multiple platforms,devices and business applications.

What will I learn?Participants will learn the language foundations and learn how to use Object Orientedtechniques to design and build powerful applications. The course will introduce theobject oriented concepts of inheritance, polymorphism, virtual functions and interfacesthat are widely applicable to modern programming languages.

How is this course assessed?Programming exercises provided at the end of each module and the course alsoprovides you with further programming experience through projects that present realworld programming experience.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be awarded an Diploma inVisual C# Programming / .NET MVC 5 with Visual Studio (full attendance is required).Note there is no formal assessment for this course.

What are my career prospects with this course? At present there is major demand for Visual C# developers; increasingly businesses areturning to C# because of its diversity and rapid application development capacities.Another area with a growing demand for C# developers is the gaming industry. WhileC++ has traditionally been the language of choice for many gaming companies, itsyounger sibling C# is now making headway. This course will position the participant towork within a business or web design company that has a requirement to develop andmaintain secure core business and mission critical systems for multiple channels anddevices. The course also provides a starting point for students wishing to undertakeMicrosoft exam 70-483 - Programming in C# although further study is likely to berequired before sitting the exam.

COURSE CODE:CIBDVCVS1P PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTThis course has been specifically designed for Developers who have previousprogramming or web design/ development knowledge.

Modules• Getting Started with the .NET

Framework• C# Programming Language

Syntax• Classes, Structs, Interfaces

and Inheritance• Object-Oriented Programming• Working with Interfaces• Using Language Integrated

Query (LINQ)• Data Access Technologies• Exception Handling• Introduction to ASP.NET

Programming with C#• ASP.NET and ASP.NET AJAX• 8 Reasons why Visual C# is

increasingly the programminglanguage of choice fordevelopers

What will I study?

professional



AWARDDiploma in Visual C#Programming with .NETVisual Studio




Modules• Hardware interfaces for

mobile devices• UML for mobile applications

design.• XML for Mobile Computing• Building Mobile Apps using

HTML5• Implementing JQuery Mobile• Working with Phonegap to

develop mobile apps• Building iOS applications

using Objective-C• iOS SDK• Android app development

using Eclipse• Android SDK

What will I study?

Diploma inMobile Application Development

What is the course about?With the global adoption of mobile technologies we are in the middle of a mobilerevolution age. Devices have become more compact, with the latest devices packing high-resolution touch screen displays, powerful core CPU and GPU capability, increased storagespace, as well as HD video and photo cameras. Mobile devices have now become mobilework, learning and entertainment centres with hundreds of thousands of apps availableto different platforms such as Android, iOS and Windows Phone. This wave of ICTinnovation is driving demand for new ICT skills and abilities and the sector needs peoplewho can design, develop and deploy new applications and services for mobile devices.

What will I learn?This course has a technical focus and develops an in-depth expertise of core technicaldisciplines such as designing, developing and testing software solutions for mobileplatforms. After completing this course, you’ll understand what it takes to buildprofessional Apps for mobile devices while gaining experience and knowledge in usingplatforms and tools such as Objective-C Interface Builder for Apple, Java and Eclipse forAndroid combined with SDK and 3rd party libraries such as PhoneGap and Jquery Mobile.

The course is delivered by one of Ireland’s leading web and mobile developers, who alsoruns his own development agency based in Dublin. Learners will be provided withpractical and relevant hands-on tutorials combined with modern approaches to buildingcommercial mobile apps, including invaluable insights into the mobile app developmentindustry. All learners are encouraged to bring their own Mobile App idea with them,which they can develop and deploy over the duration of the course.

What are my career prospects with this course? The Irish Government reports on employability and skills shortages have all identified themobile device market as an ever-expanding growth sector and an area that requireshighly-skilled, responsive and trans skilled individuals. Excellent career opportunitiesexist for learners with these particular skill sets; roles including but not limited to AppDevelopment, App Testing and App Deployment within multiple sectors, such as Finance,Education, Retail and Media. Learners will also have the ability and opportunities to gettheir own Mobile App idea off the ground and turn it into a commercial venture.

COURSE CODE:CMAPPDEV1 PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTDiploma in Web Design or equivalent qualification and/ or experience offront-end web development and programming.



AWARDDiploma in MobileApplication Development



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Diploma inDesktop Publishing/Graphic Design


What is the course about?The IBAT Diploma in Desktop Publishing has been specifically designed toteach learners how to use all the main Adobe Desktop PublishingApplications. It is open to both new and existing professionals within theDesktop Publishing and Design industries. The course provides studentswith the skills and competencies in Adobe software required for effectivework practices in this sector and will bring students up to industry levelstandards in the area of graphics and design.

What will I learn?The course consists of four modules which covers the four main applicationprogrammes: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop andAdobe Acrobat. These are the industry standard programmes used forDesktop Publishing and Graphic Design. There is a strong emphasis on theimportance of a clear understanding of the print industry so that thelearners not only know how to use the applications but also fullyunderstand how to send the files to print. The course also examines thedesign, colour and layout of documents/images for print. On completion ofthis programme, graduates will be able to establish competence in the useof digital mediums, establish competence in the basic creative andtechnical aspects of image editing and manipulation and designprofessional looking material using industry leading software.

What are my career prospects with this course? Upon completion of the IBAT Diploma in Desktop Publishing course,graduates are ideally placed to work as Graphic Designers or in thePublishing Industry. The skills acquired during this course are also veryuseful for anyone who works in Marketing and is involved in thepreparation of marketing materials. Upon successful completion of thiscourse, you can work in a graphic design studio, printing business orinternally in a marketing department in a support role.

COURSE CODE:DIPDTP1F PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTGeneral IT skills required

Modules• Adobe InDesign - used to design and

layout publications such as brochures,magazines and posters.

• Adobe Illustrator - a vector graphics editorand is used for illustration design forlogos, graphics and simple layouts.

• Adobe Photoshop - a graphics editingprogramme that is used to edit, retouchand prepare images for publishing on theWeb and in print.

• Adobe Acrobat - a PDF editor that canview, create and manipulate PortableDocument Formats (PDF).

What will I study?

professional



AWARDDiploma in DesktopPublishing




Diploma inCyber and Digital Security

What is the course about?The Diploma in Cyber and Digital Security examines how the Internethas grown as a global phenomenon over the past twenty years,bringing with it the threat of crime in a variety of forms. Decisionmakers must be familiar with the basic principles and best practices ofcyber security to best protect their enterprises. The course will discussthe laws that are in use to try and police the Internet and will alsodiscuss and assess the various threats posed by Internet crime in itsmany varieties.

What will I learn?Participants of this course will learn the fundamentals of securing bothclean and corrupted systems, protecting personal data, securing simplecomputer networks, and safe Internet usage. You will obtain anunderstanding of key terms and concepts in cyber law, intellectualproperty and cyber crimes, trademarks and domain theft. The coursewill also incorporate approaches for incident analysis and response.Participants will understand the principles of web security and learnapproaches for risk management and best practices in relation to cyberand digital security.

What are my career prospects with this course? The course is geared towards participants who wish to obtain a broadunderstanding, rather than those who are already involved in thetechnical aspects, of cyber security, although both groups will find thecourse valuable. An engineering or computing background is notrequired to benefit from this course. The course provides a frameworkon which individuals seeking to immerse themselves in the pressingissues of cyber security can obtain the information they need to makethe best decisions for the defence of their organisations.

COURSE CODE:CDCDS1P PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTNone required

Modules• Introduction to Information Security

Fundamentals & Best Practices• Protecting Your Computer & its Contents• Securing Computer Networks – Basic of

Computer Networking Theory• Secure Communications & Information

Security Best Practices• Privacy Guidelines & Safe Internet Usage• Ethics in Cyber Security & Cyber Law• Intellectual Property• Professional Ethics• Internet Fraud• Cybercrimes• Secure Software & Browser Security• Cookies & Browser Storage• Managing a Business Information

Continuity Plan• Vulnerabilities & Controls• Information Risk Management• Risk Response Development & Control• Security Policy, Compliance, & Business

Continuity• Cyber Incident Analysis & Response

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in Cyber andDigital Security



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Diploma inPredictive Data Analytics


What is the course about?Predictive Analytics is the practice of extracting information from existing data sets inorder to determine patterns and predict future outcomes and trends. It uses a number ofadvanced techniques, including data mining and modelling to help decision makers withfuture forecasts. This course is suited to a variety of different experience levels. Weinvite anyone who is eager to learn more about data analytics and predictive modellingto take on this course. More specific groups include business managers who want tohave a better grasp and understanding of data models and how to build a strategy basedon this data, marketing and financial professionals who wish to improve their analyticalskills, individuals with a technical background interested in marketing or financial dataanalysis or individuals with no technical background interested in exploring careers indata analytics.

What will I learn?This course will teach multivariate techniques used to transform information from largedata sets data into actionable insights. You will gain hands-on experience usingRapidMiner and prepare to be a part of this growing field. Models such as multiple linearregression, logistic regression and decision trees are frequently used in solvingpredictive analytics problems. Regression models help us understand the relationshipsamong these variables and how their relationships can be exploited to make decisions.This course will teach you how to identify situations in which predictive data analyticscan add value by better meeting customer needs, smarter allocation of marketingbudgets and improving the financial performance of the company.

What are my career prospects with this course?Predictive Analytics is widely used in marketing, financial services, retail, travel andmany other areas. And the field is growing fast, fuelled by availability of new data setsand sources, increases in computing power, and the ongoing, relentless search forcompetitive advantage. In fact, Gartner predicts that in 2016, 70% of high-performingcompanies will manage their business processes using real-time predictive analytics.

COURSE CODE:CDIPPDA1P PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTBasic business statistical concepts

Modules• Business Intelligence and

Data• Business and Predictive

Analytics• Data Mining and Data

Analytics• Types of Analytics• Introduction to RapidMiner• Data Preparation and

Cleaning• Data Mining and Statistical

Models• Cluster and Association

Analysis• Predictive Modelling with

Regression

What will I study?

professional



AWARDDiploma in PredictiveData Analytics




Modules• Strategic Management

Principles• Making Strategy Everyone’s

Job• Tools for Business Planning

and PerformanceManagement

• Understanding Leadership• Developing leadership styles

and the need to be strategic• The Leader Within• Leading successful change –

improving performance• How to Communicate as a

Leader• Motivating the Team• Dealing with conflict, poor

performance and problems

What will I study?

Diploma inStrategic Business Management

What is the course about?This course introduces you to a range of business management and leadershipframeworks. It explores what organisations are looking for in modern management.Key leadership and management issues will be discussed and you will develop yourown leadership style to get results. Your confidence and ability as a manager willimprove and you will understand how relationships impact on leadership.

What will I learn?You will build up a toolbox of approaches for business planning and performancemanagement. You will also discover new leadership concepts and understand yourown management style. You will enhance your own personal effectiveness andbecome equipped with best practice and innovative thinking on strategy andleadership. The course will also allow you to extend your network by meeting otherpracticing managers and learn by sharing experiences.

What are my career prospects with this course? On completion of this course you will have a greater understanding of your ownstrengths and those of your colleagues, and be empowered to use enhancedmanagement concepts and theories, develop plans and devote time to strategicplanning in the future. This course will benefit those in a management role orseeking a leadership role, who seek to improve their performance through theimplementation of key theories, techniques and practical application of leadershipstyles.

COURSE CODE:CIBDSBM1P PART-TIME




AWARDDiploma in StrategicBusiness Management

COURSE INTAKESThree intakes per year –please see www.ibat.iefor next intakecurrently enrolling


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Diploma inHuman Resource Management

What is the course about?This programme is aimed at participants who wish to obtain knowledge inthe theories and practices of HR Management, and how they supportbusiness managers in attaining and sustaining competitive advantage inthe global business environment. A key element of this course will be thealignment and linkage of HR management to business strategy. If you are(or wish to become) involved in or responsible for making decisions thathave a strategic impact for your organisation, this practical and interactiveprogramme will help you make more effective decisions through theapplication of HR management . A strong focus on key HR concepts interms of recruitment and training features on this programme.

What will I learn?You will obtain the skills to understand HR processes and theircomplexities. You will have a firm understanding of the key areas withinHRM, including recruitment and selection, grievance procedures, trainingand development processes, employee benefits/well being, supportingemployee motivation and engagement.

What are my career prospects with this course? On completion of this course, you will be able to explain the importance ofHR Management within your organisation to achieve sustainable businesssuccess as well as assess the problems and issues associated with HRManagement. You will also learn how to use key techniques that willsupport strategic HR management decision-making processes.

COURSE CODE:CIBDHRM1P PART-TIME


Modules• Definitions and key activities of human

resource management (HRM)– Structure of the human resource function– HR legal environment– The strategic role of HRM

• Individual and group behaviour• Managing team development• Performance planning, objective setting,

evaluation and management• Motivation and leadership• Strategic human resource and employment

planning• Job analysis, design and specification

setting• Recruitment, selection and probation• Retention, training & development,

training needs analysis• Grievance and disciplinary processes• Reward and benefits management and

compensation administration• Organisational career management• Employee relations - culture, arbitration,

negotiations• International HRM – influence of diversity

and multi-national companies and cultures

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in HumanResource Management




You will obtainthe skills tounderstand HRprocesses andtheir complexities.



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Diploma inNegotiation & Conflict Management

What is the course about?In the ever-changing environment of modern business, firms startand grow by virtue of successful negotiations and by developinglong-term relationships among the different individual involved. Bythe same token, such relationships can break down due toineffective negotiating behaviour and conflict managementapproaches.

"In business as in life, you don’t get what you deserve, you getwhat you negotiate" - Chester L. Karrass. Negotiation and conflictresolution are crucial skills both inside and outside of work. Theyare vital for everything from negotiating agreements, negotiatingcommitment to carry out agreements and changing agreements thatare no longer optimal. In addition, leaders, managers, andsupervisors spend significant amounts of their time resolvingconflicts, mediating disputes and negotiating with others. Theability to negotiate effectively and manage conflict is one of themost valuable skill sets within organisations.

What will I learn?This course will start with the conceptual framework of negotiationsas it applies to all areas of negotiation in both the public andprivate sectors. As the course progresses, you will focus on businessnegotiation skills and strategies designed to help you maintainhealthy business relationships. Specifically, you will learn about theconcepts, processes, strategies, and ethical issues related tonegotiation as well as appropriate conduct in multicultural businesscontexts. You will examine strategies that are effective as well asthose that are not.

What are my career prospects with this course?By the end of this course, you will have developed anunderstanding of the principles, strategies, and tactics of effectivenegotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship management andenhanced your ability to assess the impact of interpersonal styles,personality, culture, and other variables that influence negotiation.

COURSE CODE:CIBDSCM1P PART-TIME


Modules• Negotiation and Conflict Management:- Negotiation theory & practice, power and society,

sources of conflict in the organisation, conflictescalation and prevention, conflict managementstrategies, negotiation styles

• Practical Negotiation Strategies:- Practical Negotiation Strategies, confrontations,

delivering negative feedback, opening offers,anchors, concessions, integrative negotiationstrategies, sharing information, diagnosticquestions & unbundling issues, package deals,multiple offers and post-settlement settlements

• Negotiation Planning, Preparing and Power:- A three step model for negotiation preparation,

understanding the sources of negotiating power,altering the balance of power, body language,conflict Management Model

• Mediation Skills:- Communication and questioning, managing hostility

and aggression, downward and upward relationshipspirals, dealing with difficult people, activelistening , negotiation, mediation, arbitration andlitigation, working in negotiation teams

• International and Cross Cultural Negotiations:- Cultural Values and Negotiation norms,

communication styles for internationalnegotiations, culture, political and legal issues

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in Negotiation &Conflict Management




Diploma inBusiness Analysis

What is the course about? The Diploma in Business Analysis supports participants to engage with anorganisation’s business processes and information systems to identify theneeded change, create a vision to guide the change, and execute thechange, with the commitment of the members of the group/organisation.This course will show participants how to work within a business strategy,use proven techniques to analyse the business area and identify changes tobusiness processes as well as IS/ IT systems needed to meet specificinternal and external challenges. One of the most important roles of aBusiness Analyst is to facilitate communications among an organisation’sstakeholders in order to find out what their needs are and to turn thoseneeds into measurable IS/IT requirements and solutions. To succeed in thisrole, the business analyst must have a broad range of business, technical,and interpersonal skills.

What will I learn?The course explores business analysis practice techniques includingbusiness activity modelling, stakeholder management, SWOT analysis, andgap analysis. During the course, participants will be encouraged to applythese techniques in the context of a business analysis assignment. Thestages of this assignment involve the investigation of the businesssituation, analysis of key issues and their root causes, gap analysis toestablish the business problems and the identification and evaluation ofpotential solutions.

What are my career prospects with this course? The Diploma in Business Analysis is relevant to anyone requiring anunderstanding of Business Process Modelling, including Business Analysts,Business Managers and their staff, Business Change Managers and ProjectManagers, who wish to understand the systems and processes whichsupport the design and implementation of major change programmeswithin their organisation that improve performance, build capabilities, andstrengthen behaviour over time. The programme may also be of benefit tothose tasked with introducing, leading or implementing change in theirorganisation as a result of organisational merger, or those working withinHR or Training and Development functions within such organisations.

COURSE CODE:IBDTCH1P PART-TIME


Modules• A Lifecycle for Business Change• Project Discipline and Initiation• Making the Business Case and Reaching

Agreement• Business Process Modelling and

Requirements Engineering

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in BusinessAnalysis




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Diploma in Front Office Management

What is the course about?The Diploma in Front Office Management is aimed at those activelypursuing employment in front office operations management to gainessential skills and to help busy working administration professionalsto develop their administration skills and hence their progressionoptions within business.

What will I learn? On completion of this programme you will be able to outline the basicstructures of a modern business environment and the administrationsystems required to support it. You will recognise the importance ofunderstanding workplace culture in implementing administrationprocesses. And demonstrate effective reception and customer serviceskills and professional representation of one’s organisation. Studentwill also be able to utilise communication and IT skills to organisemeetings within the workplace and implement all necessary supportingadministration activities.

What are my career prospects with this course? According to the National Skills Bulletin 2015 (July 2015), prepared bySOLAS for the Expert Group on Future Skills Needs, ‘over the five-yearperiod, quarter 4 2009 to quarter 4 2014, employment inadministrative and support services increased by 1.7%. Employment inall sub-sectors remained relatively unchanged over this period, withmarginal increases observed in security and office administrationactivities’. This programme provides participants with the skills requiredfor employment in a receptionist, front office, or administration rolewithin a modern office environment.

COURSE CODE:CIBDFOM1P PART-TIME


Modules• Introduction to Business Structure and

Administration• Workplace Communication Structures,

Systems and Processes• Culture in the Workplace Reception and

Customer Service Skills: telephone callhandling, keyboard techniques andadministrative skills

• IT applications (including word processing;spreadsheets; databases; email; theinternet)

• Organising meetings (including preparingan agenda, recording and generatingminutes)

• Personal Skills: (including timemanagement; project management)

• Overview of related activities includingfacilities, security and safety.

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in Front OfficeManagement




Diploma inSupervisory Management

What is the course about?This course will equip you with the skills to operate in a supervisory role within arange of industries. The objective of this course is to provide an insight into bestpractices of management and a solid theoretical foundation in management studies.This course blends this theoretical foundation with a practical focus and provides youwith the capacity to operate effectively and efficiently in a management role. Thiscourse would be ideal for candidates seeking the confidence to progress in a moresenior capacity and become a valued member of management staff.

What will I learn?You will develop the analytical skills to assess the internal performance of a businessand the macro environment that a business operates in. The course has a strong focuson human resources and the dynamics involved in managing people. It is practicallyoriented, with the course content practically applied through relevant case studies.

What are my career prospects with this course? On completion this course will provide you with the skills necessary to effectivelymanage people in an efficient and professional manner. These skills will enable you tomove into a supervisory management role or to continue your studies in the field ofmanagement. The certification attained upon completion of this course will alsodifferentiate your CV and provide academic support to any stated skills set.

COURSE CODE:DIPSVMG1P PART-TIME


Modules● The Internal Organisation● The External Environment● The Management Process● Human Behaviour● Human Resource Management● Management Skills

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in SupervisoryManagement



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Diploma in Project ManagementIBAT College Dublin is a Registered Education Provider for the ProjectManagement Institute® (PMI)®

What is the course about?This course is designed to provide you with an understanding of project managementprinciples and practices. The objective of the programme is to teach you how toeffectively manage the different phases of a project and to formalise any projectmanagement experience you may have with an approved course from the PMI. It willgive you the ability to manage resources, time, people, quality and communicationseffectively.

What will I learn?You will learn the project management framework of initiation, planning, execution,control and closing. The course focuses on the management of people and teamsnecessary to achieve success through effective leadership. It also provides a pragmaticapproach to overcoming project obstacles to enable you to continue to drive yourproject to completion.

What are my career prospects with this course? Experienced Project Managers are typically required to have project managementtraining and / or a PMI certification. This comprehensive course covers all aspects inthe project management process and provides a solid foundation to any individualwishing to pursue a career in project management. The certification will back up yourability to effectively manage projects and will be a great asset to your CV whenconsidering your long term career goals. On completion of this course, you will be ableto apply to sit the internationally recognised PMI exams to gain credentials such asCAPM or PMP, depending on your work experience.

Will I be a PMI professional after this course?This course equips you with the theoretical knowledge to undertake the PMIexaminations. You must apply directly to the Project Management Institute (PMI) to sitthese examinations and attain the CAPM or PMP certification.

PMI Registered Education Provider (REP)IBAT College Dublin is certified to provide Professional Project Management training andissue Professional Development Units (PDUs) required to apply for certification as aProject Management Professional. These units, in addition to an online exam can beused alongside the work experience units to attain the Certified Associate in ProjectManagement (CAPM®) and the Project Management Professional (PMP®) credentials.

COURSE CODE:DIPPRJ1P PART-TIME


Modules● Introduction to Project

Management● Initiating Project Planning● Control and Monitoring● Project Resources● Project Closure● Leadership – Being an

effective Project Manager● Managing Project Teams● Budgeting

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in ProjectManagement




Diploma inSupply Chain Management

What is the course about?This diploma is targeted to individuals who wish to further theirknowledge in the areas of procurement and supply chain management.This focussed diploma is designed to provide participants with acomprehensive introduction to procurement, supply chain design andsupply chain management. It is intended to equip participants with theknowledge necessary to identify and select appropriate procurementand supply chain strategies.

What will I learn?Students will be introduced the concepts of procurement and supplychain management. The concepts of value chains, value chain analysisand supply chain optimisation will be examined. Students will beintroduced to the importance of aligning procurement strategy withthe business strategy within an organisation. They will also obtainknowledge of how the SCM concept has profoundly influencedtraditional purchasing management approaches and philosophies.

What are my career prospects with this course?The course has been designed to be of interest to participants who arelooking for knowledge of the broad areas of supply chain management.It is also designed to be of interest to participants who wish to furtherdevelop their knowledge around the strategic management functionand in particular how organisations can use the SCM concept to createand/or retain a competitive advantage.

COURSE CODE:CIBDSCM1P PART-TIME


Modules• The nature and scope of procurement and

supply chain management• Defining the concept of purchasing• The concept of logistics, reverse logistics,

supply chains and supply chainvulnerability

• The value chain and its role in formulatingbusiness strategy;

• The impact that SCM has had on traditionalpurchasing management approaches andphilosophies Decision-making models

• Global trade and supply chain management• The importance of global infrastructure to

optimal SCM.

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in Supply ChainManagement



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Diploma inNutrition for Sport & Exercise

What is the course about?This course is targeted towards individuals who have an interest in therole that nutrition plays in the successful attainment of sports andexercise goals. With the increase in levels of obesity in the developedworld, and concurrently with marketing strategies actively encouragingus all to have the “body beautiful”, there exists a paradox between theillusion and reality. This course is targeted at the learner who has aninterest in the key role nutrition plays in sports and exercisemanagement, be it either on a personal development perspective orfrom a career development perspective.

What will I learn?The learner will be introduced to the area of food science and thetheoretical frameworks behind same. The emerging of supplementationis examined as is the area of nutrition research. The concepts andeffects of hydration, dehydration and associated thermal stress areexamined in a practical manner. Students are introduced to keyconcepts in performance and recovery enhancement.

What are my career prospects with this course?The course has been designed to be of interest to participants who arehave an interest in, but no formal qualification or training in, the areaof nutrition in sports and exercise management. It also offers thestudent the opportunity to attain his/her own personal developmentgoals. It can also introduce students to the business area of nutritionin sports segment as participants may, on completion, considerprogressing to the BA (Hons) in Sports Management and Development.

COURSE CODE:CIBDNSE1P PART-TIME


Modules• Food Science, Supplementation and

Steroids in Exercise• Nutrition Research• Implications of Hydration• Dehydration and Thermal Stress• Performance Enhancement• Recovery Enhancement• Dietary Strategies to Promote Fat Loss• Food Medicine

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in Nutrition forSport & Exercise



For individualswho have aninterest in the rolethat nutrition playsin sport



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Diploma inFitness & Lifestyle Management


What is the course about?This course aims to develop participants’ knowledge and understanding ofkey aspects relevant to the fitness and exercise environment. It will alsointroduce students to exercise techniques as well as resistance andconditioning training prescription.

What will I learn?A key element of this course will be the opportunity to acquire thepractical skills and qualities desired within the Sports and Leisure industry.On completion students should be able to demonstrate the ability to showand understanding of training programmes, understand exercise physiologyas well as demonstrate the skills required to plan and instruct exercises in afitness environment. Successful completion of this course will allowcandidates to assess clients and will aid in gaining entry to the sports andleisure industry.

What are my career prospects with this course?This course will cover exercise techniques and prescriptions, allowingparticipants to seek employment within the sports and leisure industry orto focus on starting up a fitness and exercise business of their own.Students will obtain practical knowledge and professionalism indemonstrating exercise techniques to a client. They will be able to adviseand create a programme to match a client’s needs, adapt, progress andregress a client’s exercise prescription accordingly. They will also gainconfidence to manage clients and groups in the sports and leisure industry.This course may also be of interest to those wishing to progress onto theBA (Hons) in Sports Management and Development degree at IBAT CollegeDublin.

COURSE CODE:CIBDFLM1P PART-TIME


Modules• Safe Practices and Gym Ethics• Anatomy and Physiology (Cardiovascular• System & Respiratory System)• Demonstrating Exercise Techniques• Physiological Responses• Benefits of a Warm up/ Cool Down• Anatomy Systems Response to Exercise• Exercise Programming for Gym and Fitness

Class Induction• Developing Fitness tests and Programmes

Suitable for the Fitness Industry• Adaptations in Exercise Prescription

What will I study?

professional



AWARDDiploma in Fitness andLifestyle Management




Diploma inSport & Exercise Psychology

What is the course about?This course is targeted at prospective students who have no priorknowledge of psychology. A key part of success in sports and exercise,both on a personal and professional level, is the ability of the personto understand the role that psychology plays in the attainment ofsuccessful results. Leading sports people now actively work closelywith a sports psychologist as they recognise the competitive advantagewhich may create from understanding this rapidly evolving area.

What will I learn?Students will be introduced to the concept of motivation and therelevance of a person’s personality type. They will learn about the roleself-confidence plays in your day to day behaviour in relation toexercise. The concept of stress, an ever growing factor, in how webehave is discussed. Goal setting is examined in depth, and thechallenges which we present to ourselves by placing too much pressureto attain too many goals.

What are my career prospects with this course?The course has been designed to be of interest to participants who arehave an interest in, but no formal qualification or training, sports andexercise psychology. It also offers the student the opportunity toattain his/her own personal development goals. Is can also introducestudents to the business area of Sports Management as participantsmay, on completion, consider progressing to the BA (Hons) in SportsManagement and Development.

COURSE CODE:CIBDSPS1P PART-TIME


Modules• Introducing Sports and Exercise Psychology • Motivation• Self-Motivation• Identifying your Psychological Core• The Role of Stress as a Propelling Dynamic

Force• The Role and Impact of Self-confidence

and Self-efficacy – Why can’t I go to thegym?

• Group Dynamics and Team Dynamics• Exercise Addiction and Adherence• Field Trip and Practical Observation• Psychological Skills Training

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in Sport &Exercise Psychology



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Diploma inEvent Management


What is the course about?The Diploma in Event Management aims to provide students with a broadunderstanding of event management, specifically the event proposal, thequality assurance and the post-event evaluation. The primary goals of thiscourse are to equip students with the required skills to gain employment inthe event management industry through demonstration of how to organisesuccessful and profitable events. This course would be ideal for candidatesseeking to enter into the event management industry or for those whomevent management is part of their current role.

What will I learn?The lecturers have a mix of academic and industry experience whichenables us to deliver a practical, career-focused course. The course willequip graduates with the necessary tools to allow them to manage anevent from proposal to completion stage. This will include preparing anevent proposal, becoming familiar with the statutory obligations requiredto host an event and being able to critically evaluate whether an event issuccessful or not.

What are my career prospects with this course? On completion of this course graduates will have a strong understanding ofthe event management industry. This allows graduates to seek employmentas a co-ordinator in the event management industry, working incollaboration with a team or independently. Graduates will be equipped tocontribute to the organisation of a range of events, from catering andcharity events to sports and political events.

COURSE CODE:CFTEVM1P PART-TIME


Modules● The Event Proposal● Quality Assuring an Event● Marketing an Event● The Event Management Industry● Legal Aspects of an Event● Evaluating an Event

What will I study?

professional



AWARDDiploma in EventManagement




Diploma inSales & Marketing

What is the course about?This course has been developed to meet the needs of workingprofessionals, managers and supervisory staff, from variousbackgrounds, who may wish to develop skills and techniques toeffectively function within the areas of sales and/or marketing. Thiscourse will allow you to strengthen the relationship between sales andmarketing departments within a company. It will also allow thoseworking within the industry to gain more value from the salesenvironment, allow you to extend your online business presence andimprove your communications.

What will I learn?On completion of this programme you will be able to understand theprinciples and practices of effective sales and marketing, be able todevelop a corporate brand, and present sales and marketing pitcheswith greater authority.

What are my career prospects with this course? There are excellent career opportunities for individuals with goodcreative, analytical and inter-personal skills who can demonstrate theirability to develop, communicate and implement sales and marketingcampaigns.

COURSE CODE:CIBDSM1P PART-TIME


Modules● The Essentials of Sales and Marketing● Services Marketing● Marketing Communications● Digital Marketing● Development & Role of Selling in

Marketing● The Sales Environment● Sales Responsibilities & Preparation● Sales Management Organisation & Control

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in Sales andMarketing



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This diploma isdesigned to assiststudents inunderstandinghow to meetindustry needs



Diploma inTourism & Leisure Marketing

What is the course about?The tourism and leisure industry is of growing importance to the Irisheconomy and is developing globally, providing increased opportunities foremployment and career development in a vibrant and rapidly expandingindustry. The challenges the industry faces to sustain this growth arechanging rapidly due to globalisation, increased travel opportunities andcontinuous innovation in technology. These changes provide bothchallenges and opportunities for tourism providers and government touristagencies seeking to understand and meet the changing needs of customersin this sector. This diploma is designed to assist students in understandinghow to meet these industry needs and providing the knowledge base andskills needed to those who are beginning a career in the tourism industryor who may wish to seek employment in that sector.

What will I learn?Students will be introduced to the evolving nature of the tourism industryin Ireland, and the key roles of both internal and external stakeholders willbe examined. The impact of the external environment on the tourism andleisure sectors, for example the effects of the Brexit decision on UKtourists intentions, will be examined from both a practical and pedagogicalbases. The learner will be introduced to a broad range of marketingconcepts, particularly relevant to the tourism and leisure sectors. Specificareas covered on the course will be services marketing, customer loyaltyprogrammes, sustainable marketing and the relatively new area of leisuremarketing. The course also covers the area of international tourism and therole of multi-cultural communications in devising suitable internationalmarketing strategies.

What are my career prospects with this course? The course has been designed to be of interest to participants who arelooking for knowledge of the broad areas of tourism and leisure marketing.It is also designed to be of interest to participants who wish to furtherdevelop their knowledge around the marketing function with particularemphasis being placed on current and emerging concepts in this area, suchas Sustainable Marketing.

COURSE CODE:CIBDTLM1P PART-TIME


Modules● Introducing leisure and tourism marketing● The impact of the external environment● The role of the marketing mix, particular

focus on the role of services marketingstrategies

● Digital marketing in the leisure andtourism sectors

● Understanding the demands of thecustomer through marketing research

● Relationship marketing – getting thecustomer to return on a regular basis

● Introducing new concepts such as cultureand heritage tourism

● Sustainable marketing● International tourism and the importance

of marketing communications.

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in Tourism &Leisure Marketing



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Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing- in partnership with the Digital Marketing Institute

What is the course about?The Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing is ideal for anyone involvedin the planning, implementation or measurement of Digital strategies – oranyone who would like to pursue a career in this area. The DigitalMarketing Institute’s panel of subject matter experts has specificallystructured the curriculum to focus on current trends and best practices inDigital Marketing. The Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing will helpyou gain a clear understanding of the value of Digital Marketing and why itis a vital component of your overall marketing strategy. It will enable youto plan, create and effectively manage Search, Social Media, Mobile andEmail Marketing campaigns, integrate your Digital Marketing plans intoyour overall marketing strategy and drive new visitor traffic to your websitewhile improving online conversion rates.

What will I learn?At the end of this course, you will understand the various channels andactivities required to plan, implement and manage a comprehensive digitalmarketing plan for your business. You will understand how DigitalMarketing can help you grow your business, domestically andinternationally as well as identify various online applications and resourcesthat can help build effective and profitable websites. You will also be ablemeasure and analyse the visitor traffic to your website to continuouslydevelop and improve your Digital Marketing efforts

What are my career prospects with this course? Anyone responsible for developing or implementing an organisation’sonline strategy will find this course of benefit; Professionals who need tounderstand Digital Marketing or get more out of their Digital channel,marketers who want to fast-track their career or improve their position inthe marketplace, small business owners who need to maximise onlinechannels for growing their business and students who want to upskill inDigital Marketing

COURSE CODE:DMIPDDMIP PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTBasic web and IT knowledge

Modules● Introduction to Digital Marketing● Search Engine Optimisation● Pay Per Click Marketing● Email Marketing● Digital Display Advertising● Mobile Marketing● Web Analytics● Social Media Marketing 1 & 2● Planning Your Digital Marketing Campaign

The Digital Marketing Institute is theglobal certification standard in digitalmarketing and selling. The DMI havecertified more professionals to a single,industry validated, digital marketingstandard than anyone else.

What will I study?



AWARDDigital MarketingInstitute ProfessionalDiploma in DigitalMarketing




Professional Diploma inDigital & Social Selling

- in partnership with the Digital Marketing Institute

What is the course about?Traditional selling methods are no longer enough to sustain success; digitaltools and techniques are now an essential component of any efficientselling strategy, and are revolutionising sales and prospecting. Whetheryou’re selling B2B or B2C, The Professional Diploma in Digital & SocialSelling will equip you with the critical social selling skills you need to drivemore sales, and increase your OTE, every time.

What will I learn?On completion of the Professional Diploma in Digital & Social Selling, youwill be able to acquire more qualified prospects, reduce lead times andnurture leads more effectively, achieve a more balanced pipeline, increaseyour conversion rate, develop your online brand by creating and promotingrelevant content, build solid relationships online, ensuring clientsatisfaction and repeat business, as well as adapt the tone, style and typeof your content based on your target audience. You will also be able tooptimise territory and pipeline analysis and define growth strategies. Youwill maximize the impact of your digital & social selling with the use ofCRM tools, digital tools and social media platforms and understand how tolead the implementation of a digital sales strategy in your organisation.

What are my career prospects with this course?The Professional Diploma in Digital & Social Selling focuses on the toolsand skills you need to sell efficiently achieve quota and attain sellingsuccess. It is aimed at Salespeople, Consultants and Sales Representativesof all levels, Business Development Executives and Managers, AccountManagers, Relationship Managers and those leading sales teams as well asanyone looking to develop their digital sales capabilities and consolidatetheir practical application of digital tools and social selling techniques.



Modules● Introduction to Digital & Social Selling● Digital Research● Sales Enablement● CRM● Social Content● Digital Sales Messaging● Engagement● Social Account Management● Digital Sales Leadership● Integration & Strategy


What will I study?



AWARDDigital MarketingInstitute ProfessionalDiploma in Digital &Social Selling



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Professional Diploma inSocial Media Marketing


What is the course about?Social Media has grown to become one of the primary communicationchannels for many companies. With the Professional Diploma in SocialMedia Marketing, you will learn how to create and implement socialstrategies with leading industry experts. We work with digital industryexperts to design and develop education courses that define the digitalskills and capabilities required of all professionals. Our certifications deliverbest current practice, theory and applied skills in digital, and arerecognised and respected across the industry.

What will I learn?Meet and exceed your social media marketing goals through the applicationof the latest methods, techniques and tools, which will help improve yoursocial media marketing goals and your brand building efforts. Learn how toreach and build relationships with your ideal target audience on the mostpowerful social media platforms. Get to grips with the tactics needed tocreate, run and measure a customer-centric social media strategy. Thesyllabus is taught by well-known Social Media Marketing Experts currentlyworking in the field. Your learning will, therefore, be shaped by theirpractical knowledge, experience and real life social media case studies.Learn from their successes and mistakes to help you craft your ownsuccessful social media career path.

What are my career prospects with this course?The Professional Diploma in Social Media Marketing is suitable for peoplewho are responsible for the planning, execution and management of socialmedia campaigns. Social media specialists, enthusiasts, executives oranyone who would like to enhance their digital marketing knowledge basein this area would excel on this course. This diploma is suitable for anylevel of skill or experience and is designed to prepare you to engagespecifically with social media marketing within an overall digital marketingdomain.



Modules● Introduction to Social Media Marketing● Content Creation● Content Outreach● Facebook● Twitter● Linkedin● Google+● YouTube● Future Trends● Social Media Strategy and Planning


What will I study?



AWARDDigital MarketingInstitute ProfessionalDiploma in Social MediaMarketing




Professional Diploma in Search Marketing


What is the course about?Search marketing remains one of the most influential digital disciplineswith over 90% of web users relying on search engines to find what they arelooking for. Knowing how to increase visibility of your brand and converttraffic from within search engines is crucial to nearly every businessoperating today. The Professional Diploma in Search Marketing is acomprehensive course crafted to equip professionals with the most up todate skills and knowledge needed to become a Search Marketing Specialist.Learn how to plan, execute and measure an effective search marketingstrategy to help any business rank higher in search engine results and getfound faster by quality prospects.

What will I learn?Master paid search and learn how to create and optimise your ads usingGoogle AdWords and Google’s Display Network. Discover how to implementtechnical SEO tactics to boost search rankings and get to grips with themost effective inbound marketing tactics available, including contentmarketing. Learn best practices, practical examples and real life casestudies direct from seasoned industry experts with years of experience.

What are my career prospects with this course?The Professional Diploma in Search Marketing will teach you how to createand implement advanced search marketing strategies, to help transformyour career and company with some of the industry’s leading searchmarketing experts. The Professional Diploma in Search Marketing arms youwith all the skills you need to become a search marketing specialist.Detailed and structured modules teach you the fundamental elements ofsearch campaign planning, creating and measurement, along with anaccredited certification to validate your new expertise.



Modules● SEO – Setup● SEO – Content● SEO – Workshop● Pay-Per-Click Advertising – Search● Pay-Per-Click Advertising – Display

Networks● Pay-Per-Click Advertising – Video● Google Analytics – Setup● Google Analytics – Applied● Search Marketing Strategy and Planning


What will I study?



AWARDDigital MarketingInstitute ProfessionalDiploma in SearchMarketing



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Professional Diploma inDigital Strategy and Planning


What is the course about?With the right strategy and planning, you can dramatically reduce spendand increase value from your marketing. The Professional Diploma inStrategy & Planning course enables participants to develop a digitalmarketing strategy that will stand up to the rigour and scrutiny of board-level decision making. The Professional Diploma in Strategy and Planningis aimed at anyone involved with planning a digital strategy for theirorganisation, or who is likely to be involved in this area in the future andwould like a comprehensive understanding of the field.

What will I learn?The diploma introduces participants to digital communications, and helpsthem to develop a measured and well-considered strategy and coherentplan for their organisation, that will stand up to the rigour and scrutiny ofboard-level decision making. You will gain a comprehensive understandingof all aspects of digital strategy and planning including budgeting,personnel selection, analytics, reputation management and socialcustomer service. Learn how to budget effectively, discover how to makecalculated decisions that impress CEOs and board-level decision for anysized business. The accredited and industry-recognised syllabus is taughtby influential industry experts currently working in the area so you’ll learnbest practice career tips for how to flourish in a real digital marketingmanagement role.

What are my career prospects with this course?This is an in-depth course that equips professionals with the skills andknowledge needed to become an effective Digital Marketing Manager. It isideal for anyone involved in the planning, implementation andmeasurement of digital marketing campaigns and those who wish to securea senior digital marketing position in the future.



Modules● Introduction to Strategy and Planning● Traditional Communication● Digital Communications● Digital Channels● Social Customer Service● Budget● Personnel● Risks and Reputation● Analytics● Strategy Formulation and Plan


What will I study?



AWARDDigital MarketingInstitute ProfessionalDiploma in DigitalStrategy & Planning



There is a notableskills gap in theDigital Marketingindustry right now



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Diploma in Bookkeeping (Computerised& Manual Accounts) & Payroll

What is the course about?This course covers all up-to-date computerised accountssystems. It is separated into two modules covering bothmanual and computerised procedures for bookkeeping andpayroll.

What will I learn?The bookkeeping section of the course covers all aspects ofsetting up and working efficiently with computerised accountsystems. The basics of manual accounts will be appliedincluding setting up new companies, entering openingbalances, entering sales invoices, credit notes & supplierpayments, supplier invoices, balance sheets, vat returns,entering journals for accruals and extracting a trial balance.You will also learn about computerised and manual payroll,i.e. tax credits, standard cut-off points, PRSI, statutorydocuments P45, P60, P30 and P35, gross pay and tax liabilityetc.

What are my career prospects with this course? If you want to get into accounting, this is a great place tostart. You will learn the theory behind manual accounts andalso how to input this data into up-to-date accountingsoftware. It adds credibility to those looking at a career inbookkeeping or finance in general. Graduates will have theopportunity to apply for entry-level accounts positions liketrainee accounting technician, administration support andpayroll.

Bookkeeping Overview • The use of computer systems in an accounts

environment• File Management - Hardware and Software• Computerised Accounts (including Sage line 50) v’s

Manual Accounts• The security of computer systems including

passwords, anti-virus protection software and• The Data Protection Act.• Computer Systems in an Accounting Environment• Computerised Payroll vs. Manual Payroll• Data Accuracy, Security and Confidentiality• Operating Systems• Range of Computerised Payroll Packages (including

Quickpay)

Payroll Overview• For Manual Payroll, students study topics including

payroll terms & frequencies, tax credits, standard cutoffs and cumulative, emergency and temporary taxsystems, cumulative tax deduction / emergency /temporary tax deduction form, calculating gross pay &tax liability, PRSI & income levies and statutorydocuments: P45, P60, P30 and P35.

• For Computerised Payroll, students will cover practicesincluding entering company details, setting a payrollperiod, entering employee details including taxcredits, standard cut offs, base codes for PRSI, salarydetails, processing payroll, editing employee data,printing payroll reports, printing payslips, printingrelevant statutory documents e.g. P45, P60, P30 andP35, updating records, saving data and passwordprotection.

COURSE CODE:CFTAPR PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTGood general IT Skills

COURSE DURATION8 weeks (Saturday)15 weeks (Evening)

COURSE SCHEDULEOne full day per week(Saturday)One evening per week (Evening)

AWARDDiploma in Bookkeepingand Payroll


What will I study?



Learn to workefficiently withcomputerisedaccount systems


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Advanced Diploma in Bookkeeping(Computerised & Manual Accounts) & Payroll


What is the course about?The Advanced Diploma in Bookkeeping and Payroll builds studentknowledge to a higher level of Computerised Bookkeeping andPayroll working with account adjustments and journals andpreparing management accounts. The course will also giveparticipants a good basis if they wish to advance to professionalaccountancy courses such as the ACCA. It would be also useful forsomeone having completed the ACCA to get a practical workingknowledge of Sage Software at a more advanced level.

What will I learn?On the bookkeeping module participants will learn a wide range ofskills including essential computerised book-keeping skills. Thiscomprehensive diploma covers subjects which include double-entrybook-keeping, using the Journal to correct errors, as well as torecording year-end adjustments prior to preparing the finalaccounts of a business, using Sage 50 Accounts. The payroll modulewill enable participants carry out a range of payroll procedures,manage a payroll system as well as interpret the main provision of arange of legislation and regulations relating to work time. Studentswill analyse a range of documentation an employee may receivefrom Revenue and be able to complete all appropriate employer taxreturn forms. The participant will also be able to process a payrollfor employees, calculate overtime, holidays and benefit-in-kind,redundancy payments, holiday pay, statutory and non-statutorydeductions.

What are my career prospects with this course? Within the advanced payroll module participants will learn how tocalculate holiday pay, redundancy payments, month end and yearend procedures to the Revenue and significantly build on a workingknowledge of a basic payroll program, by giving them theopportunity to complete more advanced tasks and which will givethem the ability to work in a payroll environment unassisted.

COURSE CODE:CAFTAPR PART-TIME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSuitable for participants with a current working knowledge of ComputerisedAccounting and Payroll Systems or for those who have previously completeda basic bookkeeping and payroll course

Advanced Bookkeeping Overview • Master data from a Trial Balance on a computerised

accounts software package and in the preparationof financial statements

• Opening balances for Customers, Suppliers andNominal Ledgers

• Processing adjustments and journals and settingup recurring journals and payments

• Understanding accruals and prepayments Capitalisea fixed asset

• Depreciation of a fixed asset• Reconciling bank accounts including month end

procedures and reporting• Accounting reports for management and decision

making purposes• Managing the software system and understand the

importance of backing up and restoring data.

Advanced Payroll Overview• Managing a payroll system, understanding data

protection, back up and management of files• Calculating mileage and expenses, benefit-inkind

and notional pay• Tax Saves, bike to work schemes and travel pass• Holiday pay and entitlements for full time and

part-time workers• Depreciation of a fixed asset• Calculating redundancy payments• Calculating month end procedures and become

familiar with E-Banking

What will I study?

professional


COURSE SCHEDULEOne full day per week(Saturday)

AWARDAdvanced Diploma inBookkeeping andPayroll




Diploma in Financial Management(for non-finance managers)

What is the course about?The aim of this course is to give managers with limited or no financialbackground or entrepreneurs with little or no previous financialexperience the skills and confidence to make informed and objectivefinancial decisions and the knowledge to fully participate in strategicpolicy development. This course has been developed to meet the needsof working professionals, managers and supervisory staff, from variousnon-financial background, with responsibility for managing budgets,who receive and need to be able to interpret management reports. Itmay also be of benefit to staff who prepare inputs to managementinformation systems.

What will I learn?On completion of this course you will be able to appreciate the roleand limitations of finance in business and understand commonly usedfinancial terminology. You will better understand the role of finance inplanning and decision making in the organisation as well asunderstand the principles and concepts of costing and budgetpreparation, and enhance your decision making to control your budgetmore effectively. The course will also provide overview of control andaudit issues and the roles of external, internal and value for moneyaudit.

What are my career prospects with this course? You will be able to identify financial risks within your department andoverall organisation and you will be able to communicate moreeffectively with your finance department. The course will also give youan insight into the role of financial strategy in an organisation anddevelop an understanding of financing and resource allocation.

COURSE CODE:IBDFMN1P PART-TIME


Modules• Introduction to different types of business

entities, users of financial information,characteristics of useful financialinformation

• Accounting principles and financialobjectives

• Financial management roles andresponsibilities

• Financial Statements and Reporting• Financial management• Concept of risk and reward• Financial planning• The role of finance in planning process• Costing & budget preparation• Budgetary control

What will I study?



AWARDDiploma in FinancialManagement



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OverviewA learner-centred, task-based, communicative, lexicallyfocused teaching and assessment approach is used by theEnglish Language School at IBAT College Dublin, whichstrives to provide you with an engaging, enjoyable, practicaland challenging learning experience.

Our lexical approach seeks to help you to find the words andphrases that you need to express yourself and communicatewell in English. Our task-based approach uses practical, ‘realworld’ tasks and situations that provide a ‘learning-by-doing’environment which enhances long-term learning.

Academic ProgressionThe classes are designed for students of all levels with focuson improving accuracy in the main skills: reading, writing,listening and speaking. Students work individually, in pairsand in groups to complete assigned tasks.

Course ScheduleClasses run from Monday to Friday in two timetables: Morning classes: 09.00-12.15 Monday to Friday Afternoon classes: 13.30-16.45 Monday to Thursday + 13.15-16.00 Friday

Teaching ApproachAll our teachers are fully qualified and have numerous yearsof teaching experience in Ireland and abroad. Lecturersencourage independent learning while making sure thatstudents enjoy the classroom activities (grammar exercises,writing tasks, quizzes, presentations etc.).

There is regular focus on exam preparation for Test ofInteractive English (TIE) examinations.

Course List- General English at all levels from Beginner (A1) to

Advanced (C1) - Cambridge First Certificate (FCE) Preparation- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced (CAE) Preparation

The English Language Schoolat IBAT College Dublin

● Practical, real-life English, with a focus on preparing studentsfor further study or employment

● Courses include grammar, pronunciation, speaking, listening,reading, writing and vocabulary components.

● Our General English course timetable allows students to workpart-time as there is a choice of morning or afternoontimetables operating on a five-day week

● IBAT College Dublin has two city centre campuses with fullaccess for all students to our IT, library and recreationalfacilities

● Friendly and welcoming host families● Personal care and attention to detail● Professional and friendly support staff● Dynamic and enthusiastic teachers● Organised Social Activities programme● Accredited by ACELS and MEI

language school


Application ProceduresAt IBAT College Dublin we are focused on getting you the education andskills needed to start or progress your career.

IBAT College Dublin is focused on ensuring that theapplication process for students is as clear and easy aspossible. We have a dedicated Admissions Team who willwork with you to help you in your course choice andthroughout the Application process. For entryrequirements, please check the individual coursespecifications in this prospectus or contact us. Outlinedhere is a summary of the how to apply for our courses. Formore information please feel free to contact a member ofour Admissions Team. Application can be made in personor online.

Undergraduate CoursesYou can apply directly via www.ibat.ie and an AdmissionsOfficer will contact you directly to discussyour application, eligibility and advise on next steps.

Postgraduate CoursesThe admissions procedure for postgraduate programmesconsists of an initial enquiry with one of our dedicatedPostgraduate Admissions Advisors, followed by thesubmission of a formal application, interview, and ifsuccessful, selection by our academic team. For an initialconsultation/enquiry on this application process, pleasecontact our Admissions Office at [email protected] or call+353 1 8075055. Alternatively you can submit an onlineapplication at www.ibat.ie and a member of the team willcontact you.

Part-Time Diploma CoursesApplication and registration for our suite of Part-timeDiploma Courses can be made directly online atwww.ibat.ie.

General Information for ApplicantsMature Students - Mature students are welcomed at IBATCollege Dublin. Applicants aged 23 and over on 1stJanuary of the year of entry are classed as Matureapplicants. Please apply directly on www.ibat.ie or contactthe admissions office by emailing [email protected] or call+353 1 8075055

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)applications - IBAT College Dublin invites applicationsfrom students holding qualifications from other accreditedinstitutions and universities. For more information onrecognition of prior learning and credit transfer pleasecontact the Admissions Office. Please note that we donot accept RPL or Credit Transfer applications for ourpostgraduate programmes.

International Student Applicants - IBAT College Dublinwelcomes applications from international students. Pleaseemail your interest to [email protected] stating yournationality, current location, name and phone number orcomplete the online enquiry form at www.ibat.ie

Currently, IBAT College Dublin uses the Irish QualificationRecognition Service and the UK’s National AcademicRecognition Information Centre (NARIC) to mapinternational qualifications onto the Irish Framework.Please check www.qualrec.ie or www.naric.org.uk forfurther details. For applicants whose first language is notEnglish an IELTS certificate may also be required.

International applicants who require a Visa to travel toIreland should use the services of an overseas educationconsultant/education agent. IBAT College Dublin worksclosely with selected agencies overseas. For a list of ourtrusted agents, please contact our Admissions Team.



DisclaimerThe information contained in the prospectus is provided as a guide for prospective students seeking admission to the college. While every effort has been made to ensure theinformation contained herein is correct, the college is not liable for any errors or omissions. IBAT College reserves the right to cancel, suspend or modify any of the modules,programmes or accreditation bodies described in this document. All courses run due to student demand. The course fees cannot be refunded once course has commenced.


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Pick up the phone Tel: 01 8075055

Send us an email to [email protected]

Log onto our website www.ibat.ie

Connect with IBATCollege Dublin:

IBAT College Dublin,16-19 Wellington Quay,Temple Bar, Dublin 2.

tel + 353 (0)1 80 75 055email [email protected] www.ibat.ie

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