1. Glion Institute of Higher Education, Online MBA & Hospitality Postgraduate Programs
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Earn an accredited online hospitality MBA or Postgraduate Qualification from a true global leader in international hospitality education. Glion Institute of Higher Education is a private university in Montreaux, Switzerland which has been ranked among the Top 3 Hospitality Management Schools in the world.
Established in 1962, we provide an accredited online MBA in International Hospitality & Service Industries Management degree program which is available to students in Ireland, international students, and working professionals around the globe. In addition, we provide specialist Diploma and Certificate Postgraduate programs in International Hospitality. The language of instruction is English, and the programs are taught entirely through distance learning via the internet. Students can avail of two start dates in 2013.
Our MBA offers students a management curriculum that balances hospitality and tourism applied knowledge with a core of management and leadership theory. It is designed to equip working professionals with the expertise to lead and motivate individuals, teams and organizations within a diverse and multicultural global business environment.
With no geographic restrictions and flexible lecture times, dedicated working professionals from all over the world will now have access to a level of higher education that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Contact us today for further details.
Online MBA in International Hospitality & Service Industries Management degree program with the following specializations:
- Marketing & Innovation
- Asset & Revenue Management
- General Management for Service Industries
- ‘Self Designed’: Any 3 courses from the other specializations
Specialist Online Graduate Programs in International Hospitality:
- Postgraduate Diploma in International Hospitality & Services Management
- Postgraduate Certificate in International Hospitality & Services Administration
2. Pitman Training Dublin North (Swords)
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Pitman Training Dublin North (Swords) is part of a successfully growing network of career training centres. We offer online Management Professional courses which allow you to develop your management career through part-time distance learning, without giving up your job. Our BTEC Level 5 Diploma in Management Studies is an accredited management training programme that is designed for people who don't have the time or opportunity to attend a traditional college. You can choose to complete a single module or the full, internationally recognised qualification, and study with the support of a dedicated mentor.
Our BTEC courses are accredited by EDEXCEL (UK's largest Awarding Body specialising in vocational and academic qualifications). Our management courses are also recognised by management bodies - success on our BTEC programmes will lead to fast-tracked recognition by both the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) and Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
A recent survey showed that over 77% of Pitman Training Diploma Graduates seeking employment found work within 6 months compared to the national average of 9 months.
Management Professional Diploma course which can be studied all at once or in stages:
- Level 5 BTEC Professional Award in Management Studies (90 Guided Learning Hours)
- Level 5 BTEC Professional Certificate in Management Studies (180 Learning Hours)
- Level 5 BTEC Professional Diploma in Management Studies (270 Guided Learning Hours)
Our partner UK universities recognise our Diploma as a fast-track to an Honours Degree in Marketing; Business and Management or Business Administration.
3. The Interactive Design Institute - Online
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The Interactive Design Institute (IDI) is the UK’s leading provider of online qualifications in design. We offer a range of courses to students in Ireland, the UK and all over the world at Certificate, Diploma and Degree level, in Graphic Design, Product Design, Illustration, Interior Design, Photography and Interactive Media Design. Start dates are every February, June and October and you can register at any time.
These courses lead to certification by the University of Hertfordshire, one of the UK’s best modern universities. The qualification you will receive on completion of one of our accredited online courses is exactly the same as that awarded to students attending the University of Hertfordshire. We also provide an online Diploma in Foundation Studies course, which is widely recognised as the standard entry qualification for degree level study at art colleges and universities throughout the UK.
Our courses enable you to study online either full-time or part-time for a UK qualification from anywhere in the world. They provide a flexible, affordable means of learning which can be combined with work, study or family commitments. IDI offers flexible payment plans, discounts for early payment and an Employers Discount Scheme which also applies if you are self-employed.
University of Liverpool offers online Masters degree courses in the fields of Management, Information Technology, Forensic Psychology, Law and Medicine to Irish and international students. Since its foundation in 1881, the University of Liverpool has produced eight Nobel Prize winners. This academic excellence is one reason why almost three thousand professionals from more than 175 countries have chosen it for their online Masters degree. They also recognise that the University’s exclusive partnership with e-Learning experts Laureate Online Education provides a uniquely global perspective and stimulating educational experience.
Outstanding reputation - The Financial Times has ranked the University of Liverpool among the top 10 UK universities in terms of annual research income; and it is the 15th largest research university in the UK. The University is also one of the top 25 universities in England according to the latest Times Higher Education Supplement University World Rankings.
Specialisations in the fields of:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA)
- Doctorate of Education (EdD in Higher Education)
- Master of Science in International Management
- Master of Science in Global Human Resource Management
- Master of Science in Project Management
- Master of Science in IT
- Master of Science in Software Engineering
- Master of Public Health - MPH
- LLM in International Business Law
- LLM in Int. Finance & Banking Law, and more..
5. Walden University - International (Online)
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Founded in 1970, and headquartered in Minnesota in the U.S., Walden University is an accredited global leader in student-centered online education, and attracts a community of extraordinary students and faculty from Ireland and the rest of the world.
Walden is the flagship online university of the Laureate International Universities network, a global network of more than 55 online and campus-based universities in 27 countries. The network includes more than 600,000 students across Asia, Europe, Latin America, North Africa, the Middle East, and North America.
Through our unique, multinational educational community, Walden and Laureate are creating opportunities for our students to advance their lives and the communities they serve.
We offer frequent start dates to over 40 online degree programs with more than 140 specializations and concentrations, with Master's and Doctoral degree programs in the fields of Business & Management, Leadership, Public Administration, Education, Nursing, Health Sciences, Public Health, Human Services, Counseling and Psychology.
Walden University offers Online Master / PhD & Doctorate Degrees, and schools that specialize in Business, Education, Psychology, Public Administration, Health, Nursing.
6. Short Courses Ireland
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Short Courses Ireland (SCI) is the vocational department of Warnborough College, providing flexible long-distance learning. Our affordable certificate and diploma short, vocational courses are available in areas such as book-keeping, business and management, education and research, health, fitness and recreation, hospitality, IT, science and much more. They are ideal for those looking to 'top up' their knowledge, improve their skills in a specific area, and increase their employability in today's competitive marketplace.
Short Courses Ireland is run through Warnborough College Ireland which is based in Dublin and welcomes students from around the world. It is affiliated with ACS Distance Education ( Australia ) which was established in 1979, and licenses SCI to offer its courses. Warnborough College has been committed to bringing education to students, rather than students to education, for many years.
All of our courses are self-paced and accessible online. Alternatively, students can study via a CD or correspondence (written). SCI is totally committed to student success. Use us as an opportunity to obtain the necessary skills that will enhance your career, income and status.
A wide range of certificate & diploma short, vocational courses are available in the following areas:
- Agriculture courses
- Book-Keeping / Accounting courses
- Business & Management courses
- Education & Research courses
- Environmental courses
- Horticulture courses
- Hospitality, Tourism courses
- Health Sciences courses
- IT courses
and many more...
* Enrol at any time – complete the course when you are ready
* Over 450 courses to choose from
* Learning methods – correspondence, online or CD-ROM
7. Kilroy's College
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Kilroy’s College was founded in 1932 and is one of Ireland’s oldest and most established distance learning schools. As of today more than 100,000 students have benefited from a Kilroy's College distance learning course. All of our courses are delivered either through the postal system or on-line to your home or workplace.
The College has a wide range of home study programs offering accredited diploma and certificate qualifications in fields that range from personal development to career improvements. The College is open all year round, there are no age limits, no need for previous study and there is no pressure to go any faster than you wish to.
Kilroy's College - the Irish Correspondence College has agreed its quality assurance policies and procedures with FETAC and is a registered provider to offer validated programmes leading to FETAC awards within the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland.
We offer a range of distance learning courses in the fields of:
- Business
- Childcare
- Psychology
- Beauty & Health
- Creative & Leisure
- IT & Computer Skills
- Leaving Certificate subjects
- Career Preparation
8. Independent College Dublin
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Independent College Dublin, is a private college offering a range of on-line instructor-led study and training programmes to compliment your existing courses or to allow you expand your educational CV from your home or lap-top. Courseware includes, Project Management, Human Resources, Communications, Compliance, Professional Development, Business languages and more.
With the increased popularity and convenience of the internet, online education is now more popular and mainstream. The definition of online education is courses offered online that, in the main; do not require the student to be in college for most or all class participation. On-line courses allow the students to work with course materials at their own convenience or collaboratively on projects with other students. Independent Colleges have developed a range of third level and lifelong learning programmes inspired by the highest quality teaching to make further study easier for you.
- Communication
- Writing
- Negotiation
- Compliance
- Compliance FLSA
- Compliance Code of Conduct
- Compliance Workplace (Manager)
- Customer Service
- Contact Center Agent
- Human Resources
- Diversity Management
- Management
- Project Management
- Languages
- Marketing
- Professional Development
- Effectiveness
- Problem Solving
- Sales
- Finance
& many more ...
9. Limperts Academy Of Design
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Limperts Academy of Design, based in Dublin, Ireland, provides professional, innovative design courses with the flexibility to suit your lifestyle. Design your Future from anywhere in the world with this international awarding body. Get your B.A. and M.A. in Interior Design and Interior Architecture through Home Study.
We also offer home study courses (also known as distance learning or correspondence) in Image & Fashion Styling, and Landscape & Garden Design. All our design courses are recognised and accredited around the world, giving you everything you need to begin your new career as a professional interior designer, interior decorator, interior architect, garden designer, landscaper, image consultant, fashion stylist, colour consultant or lighting designer.
The International Career Institute (ICI) is a leading provider of distance education in Ireland and throughout the world, delivering over 100 exciting career and lifestyle focused courses to a broad range of people and business's. Our online / distance education courses are offered at certificate, diploma and advanced diploma level in a wide variety of career areas such as business, design, professional services and more. In addition, we provide a range of we short professional development courses.
The International Career Institute is a provider of courses used by individuals, business and government to improve the skill sets and performance of personal careers, staff and management. We are an accredited and recognised member of the International Association of Private Career Colleges (IAPCC), the International Accreditation and Recognition Council (IARC), and we are also a member of the College of Teachers.
Courses are delivered through the use of experienced industry based faculty and the latest resources. ICI is committed to student service with a proven educational method. ICI graduates have received employment and set up successful businesses across a broad range of industries.
