Micro Credentials

Short, focused learning

Accredited by UCD

As a recognised college of University College Dublin (UCD),IOB’s education programmes combine academic rigour and practical application to ensure a world-class experience for our students and members. IOB offers a range of UCD accredited micro-credentials designed to help professionals quickly gain the skills and expertise required to succeed in today’s ever-changing financial services sector. 

IOB micro-credentials range from 5 ECTS to 15 ECTS in size, and from Level 7 to Level 9 on the NFQ. Programmes include: 

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Programmes

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Credit and Lending
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ESG
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Governance, Risk and Compliance
Retail Banking
Risk Management
Sustainability

Level 7

Responsible and Sustainable Finance

For all professionals who wish to understand more about the evolving nature of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors

1 Module
Level 7

Digital Risk, AML and Financial Crime Prevention

Addressing the main types of digital risk and financial crime as well as the policies, procedures and internal controls intended to prevent it.

2 Modules
Level 7

Digital Financial Services and Data Analytics

For students working in operations and service support roles in banking who wish to advance their studies in the area of digital transformation.

3 Modules
Level 7

Consumer Protection Risk, Culture and Ethical Behaviour i...

A new benchmark in the financial services designed to assist our members in developing an effective consumer-focused culture.

1 Module
Level 7

Complex Financial Instruments in International Financial ...

For people working in the international financial services area who require knowledge on derivative products and complex financial instruments.

1 Module
Level 7

International Investment Fund Services

The Professional Certificate in International Investment Fund Services is designed to support the international investment funds industry.

3 Modules
Level 7

Consumer Credit (APA)

The Professional Certificate in Consumer Credit, a single-module level 7 qualification, is a must for those working in retail consumer credit.

1 Module
Level 7

Compliance (Cert)

For students requiring an introduction to compliance and those looking to achieve the recognised industry and accredited qualification.

2 Modules
Level 7

Compliance (LCI)

This programme is designed for those who work or aspire to work in a professional capacity within a compliance function in financial services.

2 Modules
Level 7

Financial Advice (APA)

The benchmark qualification for product advisers in retail financial services products in the Republic of Ireland.

2 Modules
Level 7

Pensions and Retirement Advice

This programme is for anyone interested in developing and building on their previous knowledge and skills in relation to retirement advice.

2 Modules
Level 7

Stockbroking (APA)

The Professional Certificate in Stockbroking is the only educational route for gaining the designation Registered Stockbroker.

2 Modules
Level 8

Conduct Risk, Culture and Operational Risk Management

The benchmark operational risk management and conduct risk management qualification for the banking industry in Ireland.

2 Modules
Level 8

Personal Debt Management and Personal Insolvency

Providing staff with the necessary knowledge and skills which are required to engage directly with indebted customers

1 Module
Level 9

Data Protection

Designed to provide Data Protection Officers and Compliance Officers with the professional qualities and expert knowledge of data protection law.

1 Module
Level 9

Retirement Planning

Designed to meet the needs of individuals within the financial services sector who are responsible for the provision of retirement planning advice.

1 Module
Level 9

Financial Crime Prevention Level 9

Designed to equip MLROs and others who specialise in this area with the necessary competence to fill this role.

1 Module
Level 9

Designated Persons in a Fund Management Company

Designed to equip professionals in the funds industry with the necessary competence to fill DP roles.

1 Module

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