Conor Sisk
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CAO Checklist: Helping You Make The Right Choice
Posted by
Conor Sisk on 12 December 2024
When it comes to filling in your CAO Application Form, it is completely normal to find the process overwhelming. You may find yourself asking “What course should I study”, “Which college should I choose?” or “I'm not sure what I want to do with my future!”.
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5 Tips to Help You Navigate Starting College
Posted by
Conor Sisk on 27 August 2024
Starting college is an exciting time for any undergraduate student. Meeting new people, exploring a new campus and potentially living away from home for the first time are just some of the changes you may face as you embark on this next stage of your educational journey.
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Full-Time or Part-Time: Which Postgraduate Study Option Is Best For Me?
Posted by
Conor Sisk on 03 July 2024
Deciding between a full-time or part-time postgraduate programme is a significant decision to make, with many factors that you will need to be take into consideration.
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5 Reasons You Should Consider an Accelerated Business Degree
Posted by
Conor Sisk on 17 June 2024
At National College of Ireland, we understand that the demands of a busy lifestyle can impact your decision to return to education. Therefore, we have designed accelerated business courses which are delivered in a flexible, intensive way to ensure that you can work towards your undergraduate degree while keeping up with multiple commitments such as work and family life.
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Switching to a Career in Tech: Benefits To Consider
Posted by
Conor Sisk on 10 May 2024
If changing careers and starting a new path has been on your mind for some time now, why not consider a career change into technology? It’s challenging, exciting and in Ireland, you will be given significant opportunities to really make an impact in the industry.
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5 Reasons You Should Attend Our FREE Leaving Cert Revision Sessions
Posted by
Conor Sisk on 14 March 2024
Calling all Leaving Certificate Students! You’ve completed your mocks, you’ve been studying hard, and you are now just a few weeks away from the main event. It can be a nerve-wracking time but just remember, you got this!
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Career Change in Ireland: Steps You Need to Follow
Posted by
Conor Sisk on 16 January 2024
COVID-19 had a major impact on businesses worldwide, with employees facing several challenges as a result. Adapting to a hybrid working model, uncertainty around job security and an unsettled jobs market resulted in many employees staying in their existing roles throughout the pandemic as it was considered the safer option.
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At a Career Crossroads? Springboard+ Could Be For You
Posted by
Conor Sisk on 29 November 2023
Navigating a career crossroads can be tricky for several reasons. You might ask yourself “how can I progress further in my current role? What industry do I want to work in? Do I have the right skills to switch roles? Can I afford to return to education if required?”. If you have asked yourself any of these questions, then a Springboard+ programme may be a suitable solution for you!
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Want to Work in Cybersecurity? Here Are 5 Skills You’ll Need To Succeed
Posted by
Conor Sisk on 12 October 2023
While technology continues to evolve and change the way we work for the better, so too do the challenges that come with it, most notably around protecting key information against cyberattacks. The threat of such attacks is at an all-time high, with Grant Thornton Ireland reporting the economic cost of cybercrime in Ireland to be €9.6 billion. These threats have increased the demand for cybersecurity specialists, with organisations now actively seeking out skilled professionals who can protect the privacy and confidentiality of their sensitive data.
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6 Important Time Management Tips for New College Students
Posted by
Conor Sisk on 28 August 2023
Starting college is an exciting and significant milestone in any individual’s life but it can feel quite daunting. Meeting new people, possibly moving away from home for the first time, combined with assignments and study can all lead to a sense of being overwhelmed, which can affect your day-to-day life. Effectively managing your time can be a great way to deal with this anxiety as it will help bring clear structure and balance to your busy lifestyle, ensuring you can enjoy the fun, social activities of college life as well as successfully fulfilling your academic responsibilities.
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