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MOMENTUM at DBS
Courses start 26th January 2015
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DBS is delighted to announce that we are offering 5 FREE education and training projects as part of the MOMENTUM initiative in the areas of Accounting and Finance, Business Studies, Marketing, Advertising, Sales and PR, Project Management and Tourism Management and Marketing.
Our suite of MOMENTUM projects range from 28 to 32 weeks in duration with students typically attending classes 31 hours per week over a 5 day period between 9-5pm. The taught project is followed by a 10 week work placement or 14 weeks for the under 25’s with a host company to allow the participant to further develop their skills, make a contribution to the employer and create an employment opportunity.
All courses commence 26th January 2015. Projects are awarded by DBS or the Institute of Commercial Management (ICM). MOMENTUM Projects at DBS:
These courses are ideal for those who want to update their skills and work experience, which will greatly enhance participants job prospects.
Participants are drawn from a wide range of backgrounds and experience. Our learning environment in DBS is supportive, practical and inclusive.
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Open Event at DBS
Wednesday 14th Jan 4pm - 7pm
Our next Open Evening will be held on Wednesday 14th January between 4-7pm in our Aungier Street Building. It is an ideal opportunity for you to meet the academic staff and lecturers to discuss our range of MOMENTUM courses in detail, along with meeting our dedicated careers and admissions teams. It will also provide an opportunity to view the college facilities.
We hope to see you there!
Why not contact us today with your questions and take the next step towards re-skilling for FREE.
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I did Momentum... Now I've started My Own Business
Peggy Kennedy tells us about her Momentum experience...
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"When I got made redundant in the economic downturn, I found I needed to upskill to compete in today’s job market. Employers want candidates that are skilled for the role but who can also add value to their business. The Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations and Sales course offered by Dublin Business School provided the perfect solution for me.
The DBS lecturers provided valuable insight by sharing their own relevant business knowledge. The lecturers and career guidance staff assisted me to refocus my career objectives and job search techniques.
I found Dublin Business School helped me to get more than a qualification. Applying research skills learnt, I have now launched a new business venture called www.iadmin.ie. I provide marketing and administration services to businesses that are not in a position to afford a full-time paid position. Business trends researched showed that this ‘Shared Services’ Business Model is well positioned worldwide in today’s economy.
On completion of the course, I had the confidence to prepare a marketing and advertising campaign and to present a sales pitch in a business environment. More importantly, I learned how to market myself and optimise my online presence. I became my own first marketing client."
Peggy Kennedy,
MOMENTUM Graduate 2014
If you would like to upskill for free in the area of Marketing, Advertising, Sales and PR, click here
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Life after MOMENTUM
Mark O'Brien tells us how the course helped him find his perfect job
“Prior to joining the GradIreland team in July 2013, I had been unemployed for some time. A business venture failed to take off and I was at an all-time career low. I knew that I needed to up-skill. After some market research I found that my best chances of employment would be found through finishing an online digital marketing course with MOMENTUM, and the best institution for this was Dublin Business School. There is a great atmosphere in the college and the staff are very helpful, friendly and approachable. The course content was excellent and very relevant to today’s market place. My work placement at the end of the course was with gradireland and I am still here today.”
Mark O'Brien,
MOMENTUM Graduate 2013
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IDA reports multinationals generated 15,012 jobs in 2014
Ireland’s inward investment agency IDA Ireland has revealed that 15,012 jobs were created during 2014. Total employment in IDA client firms now stands at 174,488, the highest level on record. There were 197 investments in 2014, equaling a 20pc increase on 2013. The State agency said that there was a notable rise in new name investment, with 88 new name investors in 2014, equating to a 13pc increase on 2013. A considerable number of the new job gains were in the digital media/content, ICT, international financial services, life sciences and business services areas.
Ireland’s inward investment agency IDA Ireland has revealed that 15,012 jobs were created during 2014. Total employment in IDA client firms now stands at 174,488, the highest level on record. There were 197 investments in 2014, equaling a 20pc increase on 2013. Taking into account job losses of 7,881 a record 7,131 net jobs were added by multinational companies supported by IDA in 2014.The State agency said that there was a notable rise in new name investment, with 88 new name investors in 2014, equating to a 13pc increase on 2013. A considerable number of the new job gains were in the digital media/content, ICT, international financial services, life sciences and business services areas. Among the leading investments secured during the year were Amazon, Bristol Myers Squibb, Fidelity, LinkedIn, Survey Monkey, AirBnb, PayPal, Ericsson, SAP, Johnson & Johnson, West Pharmaceuticals, Zendesk, Adroll and New Relic. “Our focus at IDA is real jobs, real companies and real economic impact and in that context 2014 was a very successful year,” IDA Ireland’s recently appointed CEO Martin Shanahan said. “While the direct jobs created are of course welcome, we are seeing noticeable gains for the wider domestic economy from the investments made by overseas companies we work with.“IDA Ireland would like to thank key stakeholders, including An Taoiseach, Government Ministers, specifically the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise & Innovation and his department officials, our sister agencies and Ireland’s embassy network for their assistance during the year.“Most crucially of all, we would like to thank all the companies who created employment during 2014 in a diverse range of industries, which allowed IDA to meet its own targets, as set down in the Action Plan for Jobs. I would also like to thank the IDA staff for their dedication, professionalism and strong work ethic which has helped to deliver the strong results for 2014,” Shanahan said. Economic impact .png)
IDA Ireland estimated that for every 10 jobs generated by foreign direct investment (FDI), another seven are generated in the wider economy. It is estimated that approximately 10,000 people are currently employed on construction projects underway with IDA client companies, providing a considerable economic boost to the sector and the wider economy. IDA said that this secondary economic impact is of vital importance, as it provides an overall balance to the contribution FDI makes to the wider economy. Local communities and sub-contracting firms are particular beneficiaries of this activity, it pointed out. 2014 saw a much improved year for regional dispersal with 37pc of investments going to outside Dublin and Cork, the best performance since the current strategy got underway and up on the 30pc recorded in the previous year. Outlook for 2015 Looking at the year ahead Shanahan said that the agency is “cautiously optimistic” that Ireland is well placed to win business across a range of sectors. “However all business is hard-won and we need to be vigilant and avoid complacency, particularly in the area of cost competitiveness,” Shanahan said. “The mistakes of the past must not be repeated. A poor growth outlook for Europe will also be a challenge. Finally, the importance of the education and training sector providing a supply of talented graduates cannot be overstated. “Despite a challenging environment, IDA is confident it can turn in a strong performance in 2015, particularly building on the new strategic direction we will set for the organisation shortly.” The performance was praised by the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton TD who said that multinational companies account for almost 10pc of the Irish workforce and are therefore of crucial strategic importance for the wider economy. That is why we have put in place a range of new measures to support extra jobs in this area over the past four years, such as extra IDA staff in foreign markets, increased skilled graduates and an improved tax offering. “Today’s results show that a record 7,131 extra jobs were added by multinational companies supported by IDA in 2014. “This means that 25,000 extra people are at work in these companies compared to 2011 – with massive knock-on impact for the economy. Martin and his team at IDA deserve massive credit for this result – as do others right across Government. “As I say each year, the challenge now is to build on this performance and ensure that we create more jobs and more economic impact, as part of the drive to rebuild the economy and ensure that it is felt in people’s pockets - and I am confident that we can deliver on this in 2015 and beyond,” Bruton said.
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How do I apply for a MOMENTUM project?
Applications for all MOMENTUM projects commencing in January 2015 are currently being accepted.
For further course information, entry requirements, eligibility criteria and application procedures visit www.momentumskills.ie or contact the DBS Admissions Office directly on (01) 4177500 or by emailing momentum@dbs.ie. To apply please contact your local/ nearest Employment Services Office to confirm your eligibility and get assistance in identifying a suitable project. Alternatively contact us at DBS to register your interest. MOMENTUM is administered by FÁS and funded by the Department of Education & Skills through the ESF supported Labour Market Education & Training Fund (LMETF).
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Student Support at DBS
You will have resources during your period of study such as:
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- A dedicated Programme Leader who is responsible for the overall management and development of the relevant project and the management and support of participants on the project
- A range of learning support services to accommodate the participant such as: Careers Office, Employer Liaison Officer, Student Services Office, Work placements and State-of-the-Art Libraries, Learning and IT Facilities
- A pool of qualified academics/trainers with extensive industry experience in all sectors who can provide participants with guidance and support in re-entering employment in their chosen sector
- Established links with awarding bodies such Institute of Commercial Management (ICM)
- Dublin city centre campuses located on Aungier Street, South Great George’s Street (Castle House), Balfe Street and Dame Street
- The ability to provide the MOMENTUM programmes participants with e-learning support facilities, such as Moodle. By moving some parts of the programme online, lecturers can create a learning environment which enables better use of scheduled face-to-face time with adult learners enabling the development of more complex learning skills such as critical thinking, during face-to-face time
- Online access to vast library resources
- Strong connections with both indigenous and international organisations with whom we have worked with over the past 38 years.
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