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At National College of Ireland, many courses are designed to inspire students throughout their studies. A blend of theoretical and practical learning will help you feel at ease and confident that your CAO choice is the right one for you. Ronan Oduntan is about to graduate. Below he shares how the BA (Honours) in Marketing Practice helped him expand his knowledge, and feel certain in his decision after being unsure about what he wanted to study.

At National College of Ireland, many courses are designed to give students practical experiences alongside classroom learning so that they feel confident stepping into working life after graduation. Conor Rooney Law is about to graduate, and below he shares how the BA (Honours) in Marketing Practice helped him to broaden his skills and prepare him for working life.

This September, a new opportunity was available to those completing Accelerated Business Degrees in Business Management or HRM Strategy and Practice to progress directly to postgraduate study by applying for a scholarship to join our MBA degree covering full tuition fees for the two-year course. This scholarship was highly competitive given the demand for places on this prestigious programme and we are delighted to announce that it has been awarded to David Comiskey, CRM Manager at CurrencyFair.

With a history of teaching HR courses that stretches back more than 70 years, we don’t just teach Human Resources, we live and breathe it. We are the leading educational institution for HR in Ireland with world-class faculty and industry links. As a proud partner of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), our students are equipped with accredited qualifications, member benefits and learning resources – ready to hit the ground running as a fully-fledged HR professional upon graduation.

With nearly 75 years’ of experience in providing practical, career-focused management education, and a faculty made up of seasoned educators and international business professionals, the Master of Business Administration (MBA) at National College of Ireland offers real advantages for both your career and personal growth.

Looking to kick-start your career in accounting? Discover Xuerui Liu’s journey from China to Ireland, as she decides to take her career in a new direction by studying NCI’s one-year full-time MSc in Accounting and exploring Ireland’s vibrant culture.

Ian Ray grabbed the opportunity to do work placement as part of his business degree at NCI with two hands and discovered the path he wants to follow after college. He looks back on his one-year work placement as a HR Intern with Keelings, sharing two key achievements and what he has learned from this professional experience along with key insights into his studies at NCI. Making life choices such as where to study and what career to pursue can be challenging. Ian shares plenty of tips and advice below that can help those making CAO decisions for September 2025 discover the right path for them.

Being awarded Intern of the Year Runner-Up at L'Oréal was the highlight of the work placement experience for Clodagh Cahill-Turley who is currently completing the final year of her BA (Honours) in Business degree. As the only intern based in Ireland to be nominated for an award, this showcases her contribution to the company and recognises her achievements during her year-long placement.

One thing stood out to Zsuzsanna Nicoli when making her CAO choices. The BA (Honours) in Human Resource Management at NCI included the option to complete a year-long work placement in industry, meaning she would gain real-world experience and have an opportunity to apply theoretical learnings before she even graduates. She shares insights into her work placement with Ryanair and studying HRM as well as advice for those making their CAO choices below.

Many students think about what they would like to do with their degree when they are still in college. At National College of Ireland, many courses are designed to give students direct, practical experiences alongside classroom learning to highlight how you may go on to use the qualifications gained here.