Course Summary
The programme will introduce the critical areas of entrepreneurship and help us understand the contribution of creativity within work-related contexts. It will supplement existing academic and professional learning among graduates who seek to understand and use entrepreneurship theories and creativity practices.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
The certificate is designed for graduates of a relevant Level 8 programme with a minimum standard of 2.2 who wish to pursue further study in this field.
Relevant programmes may include but are not limited to designed graduates of psychology and business-related programmes. Graduates of Humanities and Human Sciences such as health sciences, nursing, social care, social work and programmes in cognate areas wish to expand their knowledge and understanding of the use, effectiveness and appropriateness of the principles of work-related psychology.
Those who have completed other relevant education programmes or have relevant professional experience, etc., where Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) and Acquired Prior Learning (APL) can be applied, may apply for admission to the programme by submitting programme content, qualification and assignments equivalent to an appropriate Second Class Honours (2:2)award at Level 8.
If English is not your native language, you must meet the minimum English language proficiency requirement for this programme: B2+ in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, which is equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.5.
All applicants are required to be over 23 years of age.
All applicants must attend an interview to ascertain their suitability for the programme.
Application Details
Applications for this course are submitted through the ICHAS website. When you click on "Application Weblink" above, you will be directed to ICHAS to complete your application.
Intake Dates:
Dublin - Full-Time - September 2026
Limerick - Full-Time - September 2026
Dublin - Part-Time - September 2026
Limerick - Part-Time - September 2026
Cork - Full-Time - September 2026
Cork - Part-Time - September 2026
Dublin - Full-Time - January 2027
Limerick - Full-Time - January 2027
Dublin - Part-Time - January 2027
Limerick - Part-Time - January 2027
Cork - Full-Time - January 2027
Cork - Part-Time - January 2027
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
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.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Students can progress to a wide range of work-related psychology / behavioural programmes with the college and will receive exemptions based on the modules covered in this certificate programme.
MA in Work Related Psychology
MA in Work Related Behaviour with Customer relationship management
MA in Work Related Behaviour with Entrepreneurship
MA in Work Related Behaviour with Leadership and Management
MA in Work Related Behaviour with Mentoring and Coaching
Duration
Timetable
Timetables will be made available closer to the course start date.
The timetables are structured to optimise the utilisation of hybrid learning. This course can be taken over 1 Semester on a full-time basis or 2 Semesters on a part-time basis.