AI isn’t waiting—why should you? The future is here. Are you ready for it?
Event Details
Free
Date and Time
Mon, 26 January 2026
12:00 - 13:00
Location
Your event link is available via IOB Learn
Event Details
Free
Date and Time
Mon, 26 January 2026
12:00 - 13:00
Location
Your event link is available via IOB Learn
AI isn’t waiting—why should you? The future is here. Are you ready for it? Discover the Future of Financial Services with IOB’s AI Programme Taster Event. Step into the world of artificial intelligence and see how it’s transforming the industry. This event gives you a first-hand look at IOB’s cutting-edge AI programmes—designed to equip professionals with the skills and insight to lead in an AI-driven world.
You’ll explore three specialised programmes tailored to your AI journey: Level 9 – Professional Diploma in AI Management: For leaders driving strategic adoption and governance.
Level 7 – Professional Certificate in AI Fundamentals: For those starting their AI journey with core concepts and practical applications.
Level 9 – Professional Diploma in AI Models & Programming: For technical professionals ready to build and implement AI solutions.
Whether you’re exploring AI for the first time or enhancing your technical expertise, this Taster Event provides a clear, structured path into the future of financial services.
Dr Deirdre Bane
Deputy Dean IOB
Dr Deirdre Bane is Deputy Dean at the Institute of Bankers, a UCD college, with expertise spanning Financial Services, Economic Development, Governance, Strategy, Risk, and Higher Education. She holds a PhD in Entrepreneurship and multiple postgraduate qualifications in accountancy, public administration, digital humanities, statistics, and financial services strategy and analytics.
A dual-designated accountant (CIPFA and FCCA), Deirdre has worked in both Ireland and the US, including roles at Sanford C. Bernstein, Credit Suisse First Boston, and Appleseed Inc., where she led economic impact analyses for major infrastructure projects (including the rebuild of the World Trade Centre) and academic institutions (Columbia, MIT, Harvard, etc.) In Ireland, she has held academic posts, lectured internationally, and served as Senior Finance and Governance Specialist at the Institute of Public Administration, advising public bodies and non-profits on financial management, governance, and strategic development
