Course Details
Level 9 MSc in Strategic Learning & Development
Commencing late September 2025
Are you looking to enhance your expertise in learning and development to drive organizational success? The MSc in Strategic Learning and Development at Dublin City University (DCU) is designed for professionals aiming to deepen their knowledge in talent development, learning strategy, and leadership in dynamic organizational settings.
Funding provided to eligible applicants by Learning & Development Skillnet.
Our MSc in Strategic Learning and Development is the only graduate programme of its kind in Ireland, an innovative partnership between DCU and the Learning & Development Institute, the professional body representing Learning & Development Professionals in Ireland.
The development of this new programme is supported by Learning & Development Skillnet. Together this partnership has created this exciting new programme, informed and shaped by the needs of the L&D community of tomorrow.
The programme is designed for graduates to combine study for a NVQ Level 9 Masters award while gaining business knowledge and skills. This accredited programme is specifically customised and designed to map against industry needs to develop the current and future L&D leaders in Ireland.
This two year part-time Master's programme encourages critical thinking, teamwork and communication, analytical and managerial competence, and develops a diverse range of professional attributes which equip graduates to excel and to adopt L&D leadership positions in their professional lives.
This programme is perfect for you if you are a strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities. This programme is very much about people: how we interact, learn and develop in the workplace.
Designed in conjunction with both leading industry and academic experts, subject matter incorporates both professional and applied L&D business material as well as an analytics component. Lectures are delivered by experienced experts from academia, industry and practice, facilitating graduates with the most up-to-date theory and practice.
Students on the programme are all eligible for L&DI membership as part of the fees for the two-year duration of the programme.
Course Details.
Looking towards your next step in your Learning and Development Journey ?
Then this could be the option for you.
- Start Date: September 2025
- Duration: 2 years, part-time .
- Location: Dublin City University (DCU) campus with hybrid learning options.
- Ideal for: Learning and development professionals, HR managers, organizational leaders, and anyone aiming to influence strategic decisions within organizations.
Funding Opportunities: Funding support is available for eligible candidates through the Learning & Development Skillnet. For more details, please contact us at: info@ldskillnet.ie
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