The Institute of Public Administration

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The Institute of Public Administration (IPA)—one of Ireland’s most eminent higher learning institutions—specialises in part-time training and education programmes in public administration and public management. Generations of public servants have passed through its doors, many of whom have gone on to occupy some of the highest posts in the State. The IPA’s education programmes are not only of interest to those working in the wider public service, however; its comprehensive range of business studies programmes attracts students from both the public and the private sector.  IPA programmes are also open to individuals looking to update their knowledge and skills.

The IPA has Ireland’s only dedicated public management research and publishing resource. The Institute publishes books and periodicals, including the journal Administration, in the areas of public management and governance. In addition, the IPA provides a variety of consultancy and advisory services, for which there is a strong demand both nationally and internationally.

Education and Training Programmes at the IPA

The provision of high-quality, part-time training and education programmes is at the heart of the IPA’s mission. Attracting students from across the wider public sector, from the private sector, and from the voluntary sector, the IPA’s certificates, diplomas and degrees are designed to fit into the busy lifestyles of adult learners and to meet their professional needs. As they can be taken in a way that suits a student’s particular circumstances, they are an ideal choice for those who want to return to education while keeping their various personal and professional commitments.

The IPA offers training and education programmes in the following areas:

·        Audit and Finance

·        Business Studies

·        Civil Service and State Agency Studies

·        Criminal Justice

·        EU Studies

·        Governance and Risk Management

·        Human Resource Management

·        Information Technology

·        Law

·        Leadership

·        Local Government Studies

·        Management Development

·        Mediation

·        Health Economics and Health Policy

·        Healthcare Management

·        Project and Change Management

·        Public and Strategic Procurement

·        Public Management

For comprehensive information on all our programmes, click on the qualification level that you are interested in.

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