Unlock Your Potential: Fully Funded Springboard University Courses Now Available through the ii

News | August 6, 2024

by Anne Marie McLaughlin, ii Innovation Manager. Annemarie.McLaughlin@theii.com

Inishowen Innovation (ii), in collaboration with the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), is thrilled to announce that our local community now have the opportunity to enrol in fully funded 60-credit Springboard funded certificate programmes through their local hub. These programmes provide flexible learning options designed to enhance skills and employability in key industries.
The available programmes are:

  • Certificate in Human Resources Management (Level 6 NFQ)
    • Focus: Human Resource roles in various business settings.
    • Modules include the Role of HRM in Organisations, Resourcing Talent, Performance and Reward Management, and more.
  • Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Level 6 NFQ)
    • Focus: Logistics and supply chain management in national and international markets.
    • Modules include Purchasing and Procurement, Operations and Logistics, Contract Law, and more.
  • Certificate in Operations, Quality and Lean Management (Level 6 NFQ)
    • Focus: Quality operations in manufacturing and service sectors.
    • Modules include Business Management, Quality Management, Lean Management, and more.

These programmes are fully funded under the Springboard+ initiative, making them accessible to eligible applicants at no cost via the ii. The programmes aim to reskill or upskill participants, making them competitive for roles in their chosen fields. The courses are delivered through in-person sessions at TUS Learning Gates nationwide, with recorded lectures providing a truly flexible learning environment.

Application Details: Applicants are required to notify their local hub before submitting an application form indicating it as their preferred hub for study. Spaces are limited, and applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Closing date for registering interest is Friday 16th August 2024.

Contact Information: Anne Marie McLaughlin, Innovation Manager at the ii
Phone: 087 4586097 | Email: annemarie.mclaughlin@theii.com | Website: www.theii.com              
For more information about the programmes and to apply, visit https://forms.office.com/e/iMmiEw8baG

About Inishowen Innovation: Inishowen Innovation, located on St. Oran’s Road in Buncrana, is fostering tech-based creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurship through a diverse range of events, workshops, and networking opportunities aimed at supporting individuals and businesses in realising their full potential and creating employment opportunities. The ii also provides high-quality remote working and learning facilities to the local community. Partnering with TUS as a Learning Gate, Inishowen Innovation aims to enhance educational opportunities and support local talent development.

About Technological University of the Shannon (TUS): The Technological University of the Shannon is committed to delivering flexible, innovative and affordable higher education programmes across Ireland. The Faculty of Continuing, Professional, Online and Distance Learning offers a range of part-time, online courses up to master’s level designed to meet the evolving needs of students and industries across Ireland.

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