Work Environment
This occupation is typically found in the following Career Sector(s):
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Most commonly reported Work Activities
- Provide Consultation and Advice to Others Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems Analysing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Getting Information Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Analysing Data or Information Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
- Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
- Organising, Planning, and Prioritising Work Developing specific goals and plans to prioritise, organise, and accomplish your work.
- Developing and Building Teams Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
- Processing Information Compiling, coding, categorising, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Most commonly reported Work Tasks
- Document findings of study and prepare recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures, or organisational changes.
- Interview personnel and conduct on-site observation to ascertain unit functions, work performed, and methods, equipment, and personnel used.
- Analyse data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.
- Plan study of work problems and procedures, such as organisational change, communications, information flow, integrated production methods, inventory control, or cost analysis.
- Confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.
- Gather and organise information on problems or procedures.
- Prepare manuals and train workers in use of new forms, reports, procedures or equipment, according to organisational policy.
- Review forms and reports and confer with management and users about format, distribution, and purpose, identifying problems and improvements.
- Develop and implement records management program for filing, protection, and retrieval of records, and assure compliance with program.
- Design, evaluate, recommend, and approve changes of forms and reports.
Interests - Management Associate
This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Entry / Progression - Management Associate
Training can also help you progress and there are both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in business and management which can support you in your career.
Sample Education and Training Pathways
A number of courses are available throughout the country that focus on learning and skills that may be useful for this career. The examples and links below may guide you in your research.
Further Education (FET)
Further Education & Training (FET) Courses are delivered by local ETBs, ranging in duration from several weeks up to 20 months. Courses are designed to meet the labour market needs and often include a large element of work experience.
Example search terms include: business admin, customer service, supervisory, project management.
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PLC Courses (FET)
PLC courses are full-time courses, one or two years duration, with awards at Level 5 and 6 on the NFQ. They are offered nationally in Schools and Colleges of Further Education.
Example search terms include: business management, HR, marketing, commerce.
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Apprenticeships:
Apprenticeships are structured work-based training programs that combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction. They run from 2 – 4 years and are open to individuals of all ages, including school leavers, those seeking a career change, and existing employees who wish to upskill.
Examples: Lean Sigma, Accounting, Financial Services, Insurance, Sales.
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Higher Education CAO (Undergraduate)
Higher Education courses at Levels 6 to 8 on the NFQ, delivered in Universities and Technological Universities & Institutes. Courses run from 2 – 5 years and places are allocated on a points-based system, processed by the Central Application Office.
Example search terms include: business, management, HR, commerce, finance.
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Higher Education (Postgraduate)
Postgraduate courses are courses at Levels 9 and 10 on the NFQ and usually last 1 – 2 years full time, or longer if a PhD or part time. Entrants typically require an undergraduate award (Level 8).
Example search terms include: management, business.
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Professional Development
Professional development (CPD) courses are specialised training, formal education, or advanced professional learning that improves skills, professional knowledge, competency, and overall effectiveness in the professional world.
Check the Useful Contacts tab on this page to see if there are any professional bodies listed who may provide training related to this career.
Pay & Salary - Management Associate
Salary Range (thousands per year)* €37k - €50k
Salaries vary based on employer, location, experience, duties, and role.
Data Source(s):
Neuvoo/ Morgan McKinley/ CPL/ Talent.com/ Sigmar
Last Updated: July, 2024
Labour Market Updates - Management Associate
Note: The following information relates to occupations that include: Management consultants and business analysts, Business and financial project management professionals.
This information has been derived from the Solas National Skills Bulletin (2024).
Employment growth was above average for this occupation, although employment declined marginally between 2022 and 2023. Employment was spread across a number of sectors, primarily professional activities, industry, financial activities and ICT. This occupation had the largest number of employment permits issued across all financial occupations, although the numbers issued fell by almost 900 since 2022; permits issued were primarily for analysts and consultancy roles in the financial activities and ICT sectors.
Employer data from Skills for Growth and Spotlight on Skills noted issues sourcing business process managers, project managers, those with data analytics and leadership skills and sector specific experience (e.g. life sciences, ICT). Project management skills are increasingly mentioned in relation to the skills profile for other roles (e.g. ICT, engineers, etc) rather than just as a standalone role.
Although demand is evident for specific skills in this occupation, no shortages have been identified.
Useful Contacts - Management Associate
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Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
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Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI)
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Chartered Accountants Ireland
- Chartered Accountants House, 47 - 49 Pearse Street, Dublin 2
- (01) 637 7200
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