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We deliver training programmes and workshops tailored to the unique needs of professionals in the design industry.

Thursday, 1st May 2025
Elevating Customer Experience Through Design

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Explore the key principles of…

Wednesday, June 18th 2025 (10am to 1pm) & Thursday, June 26th 2025 (10am to 1pm)
Presenting With Impact 2025

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Professional Diploma In UX Design
Next Intake: May 6th 2025
Professional Diploma in UX Design 2025

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Professional Certificate in UI
Next intake: May 7th 2025
Professional Certificate in UI 2025

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Professional Diploma in Content Design
Next intake: May 8th 2025
Professional Certificate in Content Design 2025

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Professional Certificate in User Research 2025

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A tool for designers & employers to plan career development, together.

A tool for designers & employers to plan career development, together.

For those leading design studios or design teams, learn how to:

  • lead business-focused conversations
  • manage creative environments
  • build a sustainable culture
  • take charge of your career

Learn from global
subject matter experts

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Marty Neumeier

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Emily Cohen

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Chris Do

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Upcoming Training & Events

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Elevating Customer Experience Through Design
Thursday, 1st May 2025

Explore the key principles of customer experience design and learn how design leaders define and scope their role in consistently improving customer experiences with international design leader James Hall, Company Director of PARK.

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Programme
Professional Diploma in UX Design 2025
Next Intake: May 6th 2025

A unique 6-month university-accredited programme in UX for Designers and Creatives, combining online learning and live webinars to further develop business skills and build successful careers.

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Professional Certificate in UI 2025
Next intake: May 7th 2025

Are your digital design skills holding you back? Master the key concepts and techniques of user interface design with this 3-month university-accredited programme in UI for Designers and Creatives, combining online learning and live webinars.

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Professional Certificate in Content Design 2025
Next intake: May 8th 2025

Are your content design skills holding you back? Master the key concepts and techniques of content design with this 10-week university-accredited programme in Content Design for Designers, UX/UI Professional and Creatives, combining online learning and live webinars.

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Professional Certificate in User Research 2025
Next Intake: May 8th 2025

A unique 4-month university-accredited programme in User Research for Designers and Creatives, combining online learning and live webinars to further develop business skills and build successful careers.

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Presenting With Impact 2025
Wednesday, June 18th 2025 (10am to 1pm) & Thursday, June 26th 2025 (10am to 1pm)

In these engaging two-half-day workshops, attendees will delve into the nuances of pre-presentation preparation, conquering nerves, structuring captivating presentations, mastering the art of body language, storytelling and leveraging visual aids and digestible content effectively. They will provide hands-on experience and practical feedback empowering individuals to deliver compelling and impactful presentations with ease and confidence.



We’ve delivered training to over
2,000 design professionals across Ireland

The Design Leaders Conference was an opportunity to benchmark my thinking on design as a profession

Stephen McGilloway, Bigsmall Design

An unmissable opportunity to build your network, get exposed to new ideas and learn up to date industry trends and best practice.

Design Leaders Conference 2018

‘It was great to bring away knowledge I could apply instantly in our studio’

Charlotte Barker, Dynamo

"The programme helps you take the first hand, in-depth knowledge of your own business, structure it, assess it, set realistic goals, and create a road map for growth”

Oran Day, Atelier David Smith

“There was great solidarity seeing other studios on the course also facing similar issues. It has had a positive impact on how we’re now developing our studio.”

John Gavin, Creative Director, True Output