Course Overview

Integrate AI to elevate your business strategy.

This course gives a deep field view of the landscape of AI, through a bedrock of reading material, case studies and research. The course will also rely on the practical dimension of specific AI evaluation, use, discussion and reflection. AI use by learners is embedded into the programme on a weekly basis.

The course is validated by Griffith College. This course focuses on the development of professional skills and does not sit on the national framework.

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Why Study the Professional Diploma in AI for Business at Griffith College?

Develop an understanding of AI's dimensions, societal impact, and regulations.
Learn to analyse AI’s evolving landscape and ongoing developments.
Gain the skills required to plan and evaluate generative AI with a focus on ethics and cybersecurity.
Learn to apply AI collaboration skills to enhance personal and business productivity.

Lecturer Biography

Greg O'Brien is a senior educational technologist with over 20 years in distance and blended learning, leading digital education initiatives, and shaping national AI and academic integrity guidance in various advisory roles. He works in e-Learning at Griffith College Dublin to provide expertise, capacity, support, and guidance to all faculties, and students in digital matters. He actively participates in several college committees, including the Special Advisory Group on AI, the Education Learning and Development steering group, the Web Review committee, and leads the College's Data Group, promoting data-informed governance. He serves as the academic integrity officer for QQI's National Academic Integrity Network, and specifically contributing to training on academic integrity and AI for Working Group 5, that played a key role in producing national AI guidance for H.E.I.s, and teachers in September 2023.

Greg O'Brien

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Intake Dates

Dublin - Online - February 2025
Dublin - Part-Time - February 2025
Dublin - Part-Time - October 2025
Dublin - Online - October 2025

Course Details

Course Content

AI's evolution, key terms, and current applications focusing on its ethical and societal impacts.
Industry disruptions through case studies and AI's effects on governance, sustainability, social cohesion, and legal issues.
Practical strategies for using generative AI in professional settings are provided, emphasizing efficiency, problem-solving, and business strategy.
AI collaboration for idea generation, decision-making, and workload management while identifying future skills and industry trends shaped by AI.

Timetables

Timetable

This part-time evening course will run one evening per week from 6.30 pm - 9.30 pm over 12 weeks, course dates outlined below.

Online Delivery - Classes will be delivered live online using Zoom and will commence on Thursday, 27th February 2025.

Year 2025

Feb: 27
Mar: 06, 13, 20, 27
Apr: 03, 10, 17, 24
May: 01, 08, 15

On-Campus Delivery - Classes will commence on Monday, 17th February on Dublin Main Campus, South Circular Road.

Year 2025

Feb: 17, 24
Mar: 03, 10, 24, 31
Apr: 07, 14, 28
May: 12, 19, 26

Please contact [email protected] for further information.

How to Apply

Entry Requirements

Mature Students (Over 23 Years)
Direct entry

Under 23 Years
5 O6/H7 grades in the Irish Leaving Certificate or equivalent award.

OR

FETAC Level 5 Full Award

English Language
It is recommended that applicants have a good understanding of both written and spoken English.

*Non-native English speakers are not required to submit a copy of IELTs test results or take an English-level test as part of the application process.

It is recommended that applicants have a minimum of 1 year of business experience.

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Fees

Early Booking Discount: Enrol and pay a €500 deposit before 18th December and receive a 20% discount.

Please note that not all study modes may be offered at all times; for confirmation, refer to the Intake dates on the Overview tab.

Tuition Fees

Study Mode: Part-Time

EUR 1,290.00

Study Mode: Online