Professional Diploma in AI for Business
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.
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.
Intake Dates
- 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 Monday, 13th October 2025.
Year 2025
- Oct: 13, 20
- Nov: 03, 10, 17, 24
- Dec: 01, 08, 15
- Jan: 12, 19, 26
On-Campus Delivery - This course is scheduled to commence on Monday, 23rd October 2025.
- Oct: 23, 30
- Nov: 06, 13, 20, 27
- Dec: 04, 11, 18
- Jan: 08, 15, 22
Please contact professionalacademy@griffith.ie 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.
Fees
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
EUR 1,290.00
Progression
Graduates from this programme may consider the BSc (Hons) in Computing Science within Griffith College, subject to satisfying the entry requirements.
