Qualification : POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
Award Type and NFQ level : CERTIFICATE LEVEL 9
CAO/PAC code : MMC13
CAO Points :
Closing Date : 18 October 2021
This is a 5-week programme that prepares students for advancement through management levels, especially in the security industry. The course also facilitates progression to other postgraduate higher education options.
Security has become one of the most challenging areas for organisations today. The impact of security can be found at all levels from the basic individual to a global concern. The threats and concerns that exist in this area imply that security skills and competences are in significant demand in organisations and in society.
Participation in this course will allow you to engage with other security professionals and academics to embrace theories and practices that are required to help organisations defend their businesses against crime and other threats. In this course you will:
- Study at one of Irelands leading universities
- Develop skills in dealing with problems in the security industry
- Collaborate with skilled professionals in your class cohort
- Work with accomplished academics and experienced industry practitioners
- Study in a way that is convenient to your work demands
Applicants should have a minimum 2.2 grade, honours (level 8) degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent. However, this Certificate is open to experienced professionals who do not hold a primary degree. See form R8, Non-Standard Entry/Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) on registry website for further details.
We are especially keen encourage applications from:
1. Returners: Homemakers or those with other caring duties or economically dependent on a partner or spouse for a minimum period of 9 of the previous 12 months.
2. The unemployed or formerly self- employed (Unemployed applicants will also be required to meet additional DEASP related criteria)
3. People in employment, if they meet the nationality/visa requirement and residency criteria
Note that documentation supporting applicants status will be required as part of the application for free fees process via PAC.
Minimum English language requirements: please visit Maynooth University International Office website for information about English language tests accepted and required scores. The requirements specified are applicable for both EU and non- EU applicants. National University of Ireland Maynooths TOEFL code is 8850
Head of Department
Department of Edward M Kennedy Institute
Department of Psychology
Department of ALL Institute
Department of Social Sciences Institute (MUSSI)
Academic
Course Structure
The Certificate will be delivered online, over consecutive Friday mornings, in five thematic meetings.
Introduction and Orientation (morning of Friday, 29 October 29)
Competitive Strategy (morning of Friday, 05 November)
Content includes a high-level keynote address, together with relevant cases for discussion
Organisational Change (morning of Friday, 12 November)
Content includes a high-level keynote address, together with relevant cases for discussion
Technology and Security (morning of Friday, 19 November)
Content includes a high-level keynote address, together with relevant cases for discussion
Strategic Leadership (morning of Friday, 26 November)
Content includes a high-level keynote address, together with relevant cases for discussion
Online application only www.pac.ie/maynoothuniversity
PAC Code
MMC13
The following documents should be forwarded to PAC, 1 Courthouse Square, Galway or uploaded to your online application form:
Certified copies of all official transcripts of results for all non-Maynooth University qualifications listed MUST accompany the application. Failure to do so will delay your application being processed. Non-Maynooth University students are asked to provide two academic references and a copy of their birth certificate or valid passport.