Programme Overview
The pressure for change in organisations increases daily. In the private sector, competitive challenges, technological change, enhanced customer expectations and financial pressures combine to put a premium on firms’ abilities to learn and adapt. In the public sector, similar challenges coupled with ambiguous performance criteria place enormous pressure on organisations to react appropriately.
Designed to equip managers with the knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to lead organisational change, this diploma is highly participative to ensure that the collective experience of the entire class group is harnessed.
Key Details
Autumn 2021 (dates TBC)
Next Intake
€7,945 & €7,547*
Fees
9 Months
Duration
6 X 2 Day Modules
Delivery
NFQ Level 9 / 30 ECTS
Accredited / Credits
The Smurfit Experience
11th February 2021
Module Overview |
Faculty |
Date(s) |
Module 1: SBUS41850 Introduction to Change, Transformation and Organisation Development |
Prof Pat Gibbons (Thurs) Prof. Karan Sonpar (Fri & Sat) |
Thurs 11th Feb 2021 (1 - 5pm) Fri 12th & Sat 13th Feb 2021 |
Module 2: SBUS41900 Diagnostic Models and Organisational Analysis |
Prof Pat Gibbons
|
Fri 26th & Sat 27th March 2021 |
Module 3: SBUS41870 Individual Level Interventions |
Ms Helen Brophy (Fri) Mr Stephen Boyle (Sat) |
Fri 7th & Sat 8th May 2021 |
Module 4: SBUS41860 Group and Team Development |
Mr Colm Murphy & Ms Helen Brophy |
Fri 2nd & Sat 3rd July 2021 |
Module 5: SBUS41880 Organisational Culture and Major Systems Interventions |
Prof David Loree |
Fri 10th & Sat 11th Sep 2021 |
Module 6: SBUS41890 Leading Change and Evaluation |
Mr Gearóid Hardy (Fri) Prof Pat Gibbons (Sat) |
Fri 22nd & Sat 23rd Oct 2021 |
MSc Pathway
This standalone diploma also forms part of the optional MSc in Business (Leadership & Management Practice) Pathway. The pathway framework is comprised of ten diploma programmes. If participants successfully complete any three of these ten diplomas within a recommended 5-year timeframe, they are awarded with the MSc in Business (Leadership & Management Practice)
Our portfolio of pathway diplomas build on your existing skill set and add relevant value to your business needs. From corporate governance to leadership development, our diplomas deepen your understanding of contemporary business issues and will help you become a stronger leader who can deal with complex issues in rapidly changing environments. Our unique learning method, immersive environment and world-class faculty all come together to deliver a learning experience unlike any other.
The majority of our diploma programmes are delivered over a series of 6 two-day workshops within a 10-12 month period. Workshops are typically held on Fridays and Saturdays to minimise interference with busy work schedules. The majority of our diploma programmes are assessed on a module by module basis through a variety of practical assignments, there are no examinations (excluding the Diploma in Corporate Governance).
Top 50 Global Ranking
UCD Smurfit Executive Development has been ranked 1st in Ireland, 27th in Europe and 42nd the world for its Open Enrolment programmes according to the prestigious 2020 Financial Times Executive Education Rankings. In securing the 42nd place, it is the fourth consecutive year that Smurfit Executive Development has achieved a global top 50 ranking.
This year is our first year participating in the Customised programmes ranking, and we are delighted to announce we placed 85th globally and 47th in the European top 50. By offering a world-class range of customised, diploma and open enrolment programmes, Smurfit Executive Development helps executives and their organisations create new opportunities to drive growth and create value.
