Taster Event- Professional Diploma in Data Analytics in Financial Services
Event Details
Free
Date and Time
Fri, 15 August 2025
10:00 - 11:00
Location
Your event is accessible via IOB Learn; if you are not an IOB member and register for the event you will receive the Zoom link by email.
Event Details
Free
Date and Time
Fri, 15 August 2025
10:00 - 11:00
Location
Your event is accessible via IOB Learn; if you are not an IOB member and register for the event you will receive the Zoom link by email.
Unlock the Power of Data in Financial Services
Discover how data is reshaping the financial services industry with our Professional Diploma in Data & Analytics in Financial Services.
In this taster session, you’ll learn how data strategy, culture, and literacy are shaping the future of financial services and how you can harness them to unlock new value in your role. We’ll share actionable insights you can take back to your organisation, while also giving you a taste of our Level 9 Professional Diploma in Data
This cutting-edge programme empowers professionals to analyse, interpret, and apply data for smarter decision-making and business growth. You’ll explore essential topics including data governance, predictive analytics, machine learning, AI, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
Led by industry experts, the diploma offers practical insights into how data is driving innovation in financial products, customer experience, and operational efficiency. Perfect for finance professionals, analysts, and decision-makers, this qualification gives you the tools to turn data into a strategic advantage.
Advance your career—enrol today and become a data-driven leader in financial services.
Heather Kennedy
Board Director, Mentor, Lecturer
Heather is a highly regarded professional in digital business strategy, known for her creativity, innovation, and commercial acumen. With over two decades of experience, she has helped shape digital and data strategies for numerous businesses.
Now, as a consultant and lecturer in Data and Analytics, she shares her expertise, guiding others through the complexities of data-driven decision-making in the digital age. Heather’s career began in the music industry, where her unconventional approach and creative mindset laid the foundation for a successful transition into management consultancy and communications. She held senior leadership roles, including Managing Director and C-Suite positions, where she established and scaled businesses in the software and creative services industries.
A serial entrepreneur, Heather founded several startups, leveraging her expertise to identify opportunities and drive growth in competitive markets. In 2011, she established CDO Consultancy, guiding organisations through digital transformation with practical and innovative solutions. Throughout her career, Heather has been a passionate advocate for nurturing talent and fostering innovation. She has mentored high-potential startups for Enterprise Ireland’s HPSU division and served on their panels evaluating investment opportunities and competitive start-ups. As the first digital AAI and IAPI Accredited Pitch Consultant, Heather has helped businesses craft compelling narratives to secure investment and achieve growth.
Heather has contributed her expertise to several organisations as a board member. She previously served on the board of The National Ballet of Ireland, supporting the arts and cultural development, and advised a number non-profit social enterprises. An honours graduate of Queen’s University Belfast, Dublin Institute of Technology, the Irish Management Institute and most recently UCD, Heather is a lifelong learner and advocate for professional development.
She is a member of the Marketing Institute of Ireland, Marketing Society of Ireland and the Institute of Banking, reflecting her commitment to excellence in her field
