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Professional Diploma in AI for Business

Overview

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.

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.

Intake Dates

• Dublin - Part-Time - October 2025
• Dublin - Online - October 2025

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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.

• 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 Thursday, 23rd October 2025.

• Oct: 23, 30
• Nov: 06, 13, 20, 27
• Dec: 04, 11, 18
• Jan: 08, 15, 22

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

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

Fees

Tuition Fees

• Irish/EU Living in Ireland
  • 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.