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The aim of this Executive Officer programme is to provide an opportunity for staff at Executive Officer level, whose role is part operational and part management, to further develop the competencies required to enable them to successfully undertake their functions at junior management level.  

Executive Officer Programme

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Key Facts

Delivery Method

This Executive Officer programme will be delivered over two days from 9:30am - 4:30pm each day.  It will be facilitated by a subject matter expert. It will be delivered in person or online as outlined below.  In person training will take place at the Institute of Public Administration, Ballsbridge, Dublin D04 TC62.

Scheduled Dates:

  • 24-25 February 2025 (In Person)
  • 12-13 March 2025 (Online)
  • 1–2 May 2025 (In Person)
  • 9-10 June 2025 (Online)

Please note that as this is an interactive programme of training with an emphasis on engagement and skill building, we limit the size of the group.  If you wish to book places for a number of staff from a single organisation, we recommend that you contact training@ipa.ie in the first instance, as a tailored programme may be more suitable.

Commences

24-25 February 2025 | 12-13 March 2025 | 1–2 May 2025 | 9-10 June 2025 Bookings for this course close one week in advance of start date.

Entry Requirements

Participants should be at Executive Officer level in their organisation.

Duration

Two Day Course

Fees & Enrolment

Fee: The cost of this two day course is €920 per person.

Individuals who are paying for themselves must pay in full by credit card at the time of booking.

Booking: Bookings must be received in writing using a booking form or the online booking option (see below).

All bookings will be confirmed via email.  Please send completed booking forms to:

Central Bookings Office
Institute of Public Administration
57-61 Lansdowne Road, Dublin D04 TC62
Tel: (01) 240 3666 | Fax: (01) 668 9135
Email: training@ipa.ie

All IPA courses are subject to minimum participant numbers.

Cancellation Policy: Please note, that in the event of a cancellation less than 48 working hours before the commencement of a course, a 15% cancellation fee will be charged.  Cancellation fee will also apply to non-arrivals on the day.

Progression

The Institute offers a number of Grade Development Programmes including:

Higher Executive Officer Programme

Assistant Principal Officer Programme

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The Programme

The aim of this Executive Officer programme is to provide an opportunity for staff at Executive Officer level, whose role is part operational and part management, to further develop the competencies required to enable them to successfully undertake their functions at junior management level.  

Who is this for?

The Executive Officer programme is designed for staff at Executive Officer (EO) level in Government Departments, Offices and State Agencies.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, participants will:

  • Have Increased confidence in their role as a junior manager
  • Be better able to organise and manage their time and work priorities and delegate tasks appropriately
  • Be better able to communicate effectively with individuals and teams
  • Know how to motivate their team more effectively
  • Understand the importance of managing performance and giving feedback effectively
Course Content

The Executive Officer programme will cover the following areas:

  • The role of the junior manager
  • Planning and organising work to deliver results
  • Effective communication
  • Team building
  • People management and performance management
Other Information

The Executive Officer programme can be tailored to the specific requirements of a Government Department or Agency and delivered on an in-house basis at a negotiated rate. Please email  training@ipa.ie if you would like further information about customised training. One of our Training team will then be in contact to determine your specific training requirements and provide you with a quotation.

Course Leader

This course will be delivered by members of our Leadership and Management Training Team, Susan Hawkins and Georgina McElwee.

 

Please select if you are booking as an individual or on behalf of an organisation

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