The Professional Diploma in Strategy and Innovation is a part-time programme taken over six months. The programme has two intakes per year: one in Autumn and one in Spring.

Students take 30 credits as follows:

IM6031 Strategic Management (10 credits)
IM6032 Innovation Management (10 credits)
IM6033 Undertaking a Strategic Audit (10 credits)

Module Semester Information may be found here. Module Descriptions may be found here.

Examinations
Full details and regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards 2022/2023 Book and for each module in the Book of Modules, 2022/2023.

Programme Learning Outcomes for Professional Diploma in Strategy and Innovation (NFQ Level 9, Special Purpose Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Critically evaluate the core concepts, theories and frameworks of strategic management;
• Critically examine the significance of organisational purpose and the role of environmental, social and governance criteria in strategic decision-making;
• Apply strategic analysis and innovation concepts in an organisational context;
• Participate effectively in the strategic analysis of an organisation of their choice;
• Analyse the strategic ecosystem in which the organisation of their choice operates;
• Critically examine the core elements of a business model;
• Apply academic theories to develop an innovation framework to an organisation of their choice;
• Analyse the key components of an innovation management process;
• Analyse relevant strategic directions and methods;
• Research and implement a strategy and innovation plan.