Course Summary
This programme is relevant to all areas of the financial services sector, in particular international financial services, fund management and all areas of banking.
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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
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirements to the Professional Diploma in Data and Analytics in Financial Services are as follows:
• An Honours degree (min H2.2, Level 8 NFQ)
or
• Admission may also be considered for experienced professionals who do not meet the admission requirements as set out above, where they can demonstrate knowledge through their work i.e. where they have more than 5 years’ experience in a management role.
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Professional Body Membership
You must be a current member of IOB, or become a member, to undertake this programme, (membership year - January to December).
Application Details
Next intake: Autumn Trimester 2025-2026 academic year - (Assessment in January 2026).
Fees
€1,760 per module.
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.
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.
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.
Career Progression
This award is on the Pathway to MSc in Financial Services. Those wishing to continue their studies and achieve the MSc will receive the higher award only.
Students that enrol to the Professional Diploma in Data and Analytics in Financial Services, can continue and complete the remaining modules in the Graduate Diploma in Digital and Data Strategy in Financial Services, and in doing so will receive the higher award only.
Duration
Delivery is online