Programme Overview

For this part-time course you can either Register Online or download our application form.

This degree will equip you with key knowledge, skills and competence in the fields of industrial relations and human resource management. You will cover leading edge thinking in the field and gain a thorough understanding of the wider connection between industrial relations and HR practice within organisations and the wider society. The programme offers considerable benefits to your organisation as it helps you to build organisational capability and improve performance.

Who is the Programme for?

The programme is aimed at people working in industrial relations and human resource management or intending to move into this area. Students come from a wide variety of organisations and the interaction in the classes allows you to gain insights from many different sectors and roles. The programme will be of particular interest to full-time and lay trade union officials, HR managers, and those working in state agencies such as the LRC.

The programme will be of particular interest to full-time and lay trade union officials, HR managers, and those working in state agencies such as the LRC.

Duration

4 Years for Part-time students over 9 semesters

Schedule

Tuesday and Thursday 18.30 - 21.30

Entry Requirements

This programme is designed to appeal to those at work or seeking to re-enter the workforce. There are no specific academic requirements with applicants considered based on relevant work and other experience. Under 23’s will be assessed based on Leaving Certificate or equivalent.

Additional Information

Part-time involves two evenings per week and some weekend workshops over four years. The programme is delivered in three stages, with an embedded award at each stage. Stage One comprises the Certificate in Industrial Relations and HRM, and is completed in three semesters. Stages One and Two comprise the Diploma in Industrial Relations and HRM, and is completed in six semesters. Stages One, Two and Three comprise the BA (Honours) in Industrial Relations and HRM, which is completed in nine semesters.

Award

BA (Honours) in Industrial Relations and HRM is awarded by HETAC at level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications. This award will allow progression to level 9 programmes on the NFQ. Graduates will be eligible to apply for a place on the NCI Postgraduate Diploma in HRM which makes available membership of the CIPD*.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the programme work in a variety of industries in HR, Industrial Relations and Employee Relations roles. Employers of past graduates include:

1. Citi
2. Lufthansa
3. Dublin Airport Authority
4. FAS
5. Schering Plough
6. SIPTU
7. Department of Enterprise, Trade and Innovation
8. Hertz
9. Personal Injuries Assessment Board
10. IKEA

The degree also provides the basis for further academic studies at post-graduate level.

Faculty Profile

Colin Whitston - “This degree is designed for those practising in the areas of Industrial Relations and HRM. It should appeal to Trade Unionists, HR professionals, and others who seek to gain a thorough understanding of contemporary issues in industrial relations in Ireland.”

Programme Modules

Year 1
Human Resource Management	Industrial Relations and the regulation of conflict
Organisational Behaviour	Quantitative Analysis
Trade Unions

Start Date

Tuesday 20th September 2011

Programme Location

IFSC Campus