PAI’s Certificate in Effective Leadership – Three Day Blended Programme
The Grand Canal Hotel | Zoom D04 X5X7
Week of Events
PAI’s Certificate in Public Procurement – 8-Day Blended Programme
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.
PAI’s Certificate in Effective Leadership – Three Day Blended Programme
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.
PAI’s Regulatory Profession Programme – Building Regulatory Capability for Modern Regulation
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.
Pre-Retirement Planning – Two Day In Person Seminar
This online Pre-Retirement Planning course will provide you with the information and support you need to look to the future with confidence.
Developing & Managing the Corporate Procurement Plan (CPP) – Governance, Delivery & Value
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.
Core Capabilities for Assistant Principals
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.
Monday, October 5, 2026
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Tuesday, October 6, 2026
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Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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Thursday, October 8, 2026
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October 8, 2026 -Public Governance 2026: From Oversight to Outcomes – Governing Through Risk, Complexity and Digital Change
Public Governance 2026: From Oversight to Outcomes – Governing Through Risk, Complexity and Digital Change
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.
Friday, October 9, 2026
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Saturday, October 10, 2026
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Sunday, October 11, 2026
No events on this day.