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As you may have seen in the media The World Health Organisation have now raised the coronavirus risk to the public from moderate to high.

Although the risk of catching coronavirus in Ireland is still low, it’s always important to plan for all eventualities.

As a precautionary measure, we ask any student who has recently traveled to any of the countries listed below, to contact the IBAT Student Support team by email at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phone at: +353 1 807 5055 .

If an IBAT employee has recently travelled to any of the countries listed below,to contact their Line Manager, Head of School and/or Building Manager immediately.

We have compiled information and resources that we hope will be useful. 

This situation is ever-changing but we will endeavour to update the sector as things develop. 

As ever, please refer to the official sources for information and treat with caution any information you see on social media.

A Master’s in Business Administration or MBA programme continues to be one of the most popular business management courses in the modern world. Aspiring MBA graduates come from many different industries and are often looking to enhance their careers or to start their own business venture.

As the requirements of modern businesses continue to become more complex and demanding, management and business graduates are expected to handle challenging issues that arise with finesse and efficiency.

In his new role, Joe will be responsible for working with IBAT’s academic staff to ensure the continuous delivery of high-quality teaching, learning and assessment, and providing a great environment and outstanding facilities to help students achieve their best potential.

The Academic Team is responsible for managing programme delivery, assessments and student welfare.  We are focused on student success and ensure that quality is maintained to the highest standards, nationally and internationally, supported by our quality assurance infrastructure.

The world we live in seems smaller due to globalisation and this has vastly impacted the corporate industry. Physical spaces have evaporated, markets have come closer and businesses are choosing to operate in multiple countries with Ireland enjoying the presence of giants like Microsoft, PayPal, Apple, Facebook and many others. 

The dynamic landscape of business is constantly impacted by changes and the only assurance of progress comes in the form of upskilling. While the market offers new jobs, some roles remain constant due to the importance they hold. Graphic design is always in-demand, irrespective of economic turbulence and design skills can always be further built upon to pursue a variety of other opportunities, such as a career in desktop publishing. 

As innovations and technological advancements continue to move the world forward, professional expertise and specifications are held in high esteem. An average college graduate is expected to be well-versed with the practical knowledge and technicalities of their field even before they take up their first job.

Human resource management is an exciting career choice and perfect for those who have an outgoing personality, enjoy helping others and motivating them to achieve their professional best. This blog post will highlight the benefits of Human Resource Management courses.

Given a choice between a regular workplace and one where your career development is continuously encouraged, most people would choose the latter. According to research conducted by Investors in People (IIP), 33 percent of UK employees leave the workforce due to a lack of career progression opportunities.

The pandemic has deeply impacted the world around us. No sector has remained untouched by its effects, with global employment experiencing major shifts in the past few months.

As 2020 comes to an end, recruitment in Ireland is proving to be in a strong position as firms look for new candidates. However, this year is a little different as COVID-19 has completely transformed the market and as a job seeker, you must adapt to the new landscape

If you are considering a career within the field of programming, then learning Python online is a good place to start. Job stability, career progression and rewarding pay package are just a few of the many benefits of studying a python programme.

With rapid technological advancements in every field, traditional forms of advertising such as print ads and banners may not bring the same level of results that they once used to.