NUI Galway Postgraduate Prospectus 2021

J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics College of Business, Public Policy and Law Centre for Adult Learning and Professional Development Innovation Management

PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE: PDip DURATION: 1 year, part-time NUMBER OF PLACES: Unlimited COURSE INSTANCE(S): 1PDV1. Visit www.aua.ie for application forms and further details. FEES AND FUNDING: Fees information and funding opportunities: pages 286 and 288. CLOSING DATE: Applications will open in April 2021 and places will be offered on a rolling basis. The final application deadline is Sunday 25 July 2021. CONTACT Niamh Nolan T: +353 91 493 746 E: niamh.nolan@nuigalway.ie 3 GOOD REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE 1. Flexible learning: The programme is delivered using a combined approach of distance/ online learning materials and face- to-face tutorials and seminars. 2. Peer learning and professional networking: As this is an executive education course, participants will learn from each other and benefit from the high- level and diverse experiences of fellow students. 3. Experience different campuses: Students attend seminars on one Saturday per month on average, held on a rotating basis at NUI Galway, UL and UCC.

Your Course The Postgraduate Diploma in Innovation Management aims to produce the next generation of innovators. Students will learn about innovation and change and how these affect business operations. They will investigate new process technologies that contribute to operational efficiency and competitiveness. They will also explore innovation of products, processes and services and identify business process improvements to facilitate sustainable change. The programme is delivered in association with the University of Limerick (UL) and University College Cork (UCC), with the location of Saturday workshops (approximately monthly) alternating between the different universities. Career Opportunities Innovation skills are currently much in demand globally and in all sectors. Graduates of the course are working in areas such as production and operations management, research and development in a broad range of industry and service sectors. Students who successfully complete the PDip with an average grade of 2.1 honours may apply for the MSc in Technology Management with exemptions. Minimum Entry Requirements Candidates must have a First or Second Class Honours degree at undergraduate level in any discipline, with three years’ work experience; or an ordinary or Third Class Honours degree with five years’ work experience; or a recognised professional qualification with five years’ work experience. FIND OUT MORE AT: www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/ innovation-management.html

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