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Enhance your expertise in Strategic Public Procurement with PAI’s 8-day certificate programme. Designed for public sector professionals, this programme combines expert insights, practical case studies, and the latest strategies in procurement law, sustainability, and social responsibility.
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€3,380.00
Strong governance is essential for public sector integrity, accountability, and efficiency. In light of Ireland’s evolving compliance landscape, our Corporate Governance Programme provides the critical knowledge and tools to navigate complex frameworks and drive lasting value for your organisation.
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€1,750.00
This advanced, certified online course in GDPR is a practical and focused course, designed for any public servant involved in the provision of information to the public.
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€1,250.00
This Climate Action Leadership Training is structured into four comprehensive modules, each delving into key areas of climate action and leadership. All senior management personnel (PO level or equivalent and above) are mandated to complete Climate Action Leadership Training under the Climate Action Plan.
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€495.00
This programme equips public sector managers, finance officers, procurement professionals, and project leads with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage third-party spend and capital budgets across the full project lifecycle.
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€750.00
This programme is aligned with the updated Capability Framework Overview. This framework supports the key grades in building a diverse and talented workforce for the future, capable of collaboratively delivering excellence on behalf of civil and public service.
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€495.00
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This popular half day online programme provides HR professionals, line managers and other employees interested in this topic, with the knowledge and understanding they need to support neurodivergent workers, from a HR and legal perspective.
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€360.00
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6 events,
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This programme provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving role and use of artificial intelligence (AI) within the public sector, with a particular focus on governance, transparency, and Freedom of Information (FOI) obligations.
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€360.00
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Market Research is designed as part of a progressive procurement capability pathway and builds upon foundational learning provided through core public procurement programmes. This course focuses on developing practical, applied skills relevant to the medium complexity level and is suitable for both procurement professionals and business stakeholders.
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€850.00
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A key skill required of many people, including those working in or newly introduced to a financial role, is the ability to understand key financial statements. All organisations produce some form of financial statements, and most people will, at some point in their careers, have a need to be able to read and understand these.
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€360.00
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Our Certificate in Effective Leadership is designed specifically for public sector professionals like you who are ready to step into or enhance their leadership role. Whether you're already in a leadership position or preparing to take on more responsibility, this programme will provide the insights, tools, and strategies you need to thrive.
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€1,650.00
Ireland's first cross-sector programme dedicated to developing the regulatory profession. Developed using the UK's Core Regulatory Skills Framework and adapted for the Irish regulatory environment. Today's regulators operate in an environment characterised by technological disruption, increasing public expectations, evolving policy priorities and growing scrutiny of regulatory decisions. Regulatory professionals are expected to exercise sound judgement, apply regulatory powers proportionately, make evidence-based decisions and deliver effective outcomes while maintaining public trust and confidence. While many regulatory staff possess significant technical and sectoral expertise, there is growing recognition of the need to develop the professional capabilities required for modern regulatory practice.
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€1,250.00
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5 events,
This online Pre-Retirement Planning course will provide you with the information and support you need to look to the future with confidence.
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€895.00
CPP is designed as part of a progressive procurement capability pathway and builds upon foundational learning provided through core public procurement programmes. This course focuses on developing practical, applied skills relevant to the medium complexity level and is suitable for both procurement professionals and business stakeholders.
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€1,250.00
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5 events,
This programme is aligned with the updated Capability Framework Overview. This framework supports the key grades in building a diverse and talented workforce for the future, capable of collaboratively delivering excellence on behalf of civil and public service.
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€725.00
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This year, PAI’s Corporate Governance Conference will bring together public sector board members, senior leaders, policymakers, governance professionals, audit and risk committee members, and digital transformation teams to examine the key challenges shaping governance in 2026. The conference will explore the shift from policies, frameworks and compliance towards stronger resilience, integrated assurance and measurable public outcomes. Through expert insights and practical discussion, attendees will hear how public bodies can govern AI and digital services responsibly, consider acceptable risk appetite to support effective decision-making across the public service, strengthen compliance and assurance in a leadership context and maintain public trust in an increasingly digital and ever-changing corporate landscape. Our expert panel will explore and reflect on the current and evolving challenges facing organisations in the current climate and inspire meaningful dialogue while outlining key changes to help empower organisations and help them to navigate a continuously evolving field.
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€325.00
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This 3 day course will provide public sector employees with the essential knowledge and skills in public financial procedures and control. It will build skills and competence in important and essential aspects of financial management.
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€1,750.00
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The need for clear and accurate minutes has never been more critical. Join our practical workshop to gain the skills and confidence to take precise, effective minutes that capture key decisions and actions, ensuring clarity for both attendees and those unable to attend.
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€360.00
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In today’s fast-paced, information-rich environment, report writing is more than just a documentation exercise…. it’s a strategic communication skill. This one-day workshop equips professionals with the tools to write reports that are clear, compelling, and drive action. Participants will explore how to structure information for maximum impact, tell powerful stories with data, and present written insights in a way that informs, influences, and inspires.
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€495.00
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6 events,
This two-day course will demonstrate how to effectively apply best practice public procurement processes to ensure compliance while also delivering optimal value, service, quality, innovation and reduced risk for your organisation.
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€995.00
The development of public policy is a key responsibility of the Government and remains a key focus for public servants across all sectors. This accredited programme provides practical guidance and background knowledge to enable participants to grasp and understand policy development and delivery. It has been designed to provide participants with both the theoretical foundations and practical application skills required for modern public policy development.
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€1,750.00
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This training aims to equip new and existing Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) members with the knowledge and skills necessary to fulfil their roles effectively. Participants will gain a clear understanding of public sector governance requirements, ARC responsibilities, and practical approaches to managing risk, evaluating internal audit processes, and ensuring compliance with governance codes.
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€360.00
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6 events,
This programme (running over two half days) is designed to provide public sector professionals with a practical and accessible understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI), AI Literacy, and the organisational responsibilities associated with AI adoption within modern working environments.
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€550.00
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5 events, |
5 events, |
6 events,
This programme is aligned with the updated Capability Framework Overview. This framework supports the key grades in building a diverse and talented workforce for the future, capable of collaboratively delivering excellence on behalf of civil and public service.
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€725.00
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7 events,
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The programme is grounded in real-world public sector challenges and aligns with Irish procurement practice, including OGP guidance and EU Classic and Utilities Directives. Participants will explore how the discipline supports decision-making, governance and value delivery across the procurement lifecycle.
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€600.00
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5 events,
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This workshop will help you understand and fulfil your role as an interviewer working on a Public Sector Interview Board (or Interview Panel) who is interviewing based on the new Civil Service Capability Framework.
€495.00
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4 events,
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The aim of this half day seminar is to give participants a platform to explore how they manage their time. It will give an appreciation of how time, when proactively managed, can be used to achieve personal and organisational objectives more efficiently and effectively.
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€360.00
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3 events,
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This workshop uses a variety of authentic material and is suitable for anyone who would like to ensure that all of their written material is correct and consistent.
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€360.00
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2 events,
Transformation is designed as part of a progressive procurement capability pathway and builds upon foundational learning provided through core public procurement programmes. This course focuses on developing practical, applied skills relevant to the high complexity level and is suitable for both procurement professionals and business stakeholders.
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€1,250.00
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3 events,
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This one-day masterclass is designed to give an overview of the current trends and best practices in project management. This practical masterclass is focused on teaching the fundamental project management techniques and skills for organising and managing all size projects.
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€495.00
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This course is intended to introduce the fundamentals of the GDPR. The comprehensive structured approach to training provides practical, in-depth understanding of the scope, core concepts, principles and requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation.
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€360.00
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