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Boston College and Digital Skills Global Springboard Programmes
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2019/2020 © Copyright Digital
Skills Global. All rights reserved. New Boston College Springboard+ Programmes in Digital Leadership and Digital Skills
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2© Copyright Digital
Skills Globa. All rights reserved. Contents Introduction To Springboard+ Programme Options Professional Studies Certificate Why Choose Boston College Programmes Programme Benefits Our Learning Experience Past Participant Testimonials Boston College and Digital Skills Global releases course information in advance of the commencement date of each programme. We make every effort to ensure that the information is correct at the time of publication. However, course content is subject to occasional change in response, for example, to digital market developments and changing customer requirements. Executive Postgraduate Certificate Contact Us 3 4 5 14 21 23 24 25 26
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People in employment May
apply to all courses if they meet the nationality/visa requirement and residency criteria. Please note that a 10% course fee contribution for Level 7, 8, and 9 courses is applicable for employed participants. This is payable directly to the provider. Returners (Formerly referred to as Homemakers) May apply to all courses if they meet the nationality/visa requirement and residency criteria. Course specific criteria may also apply. The unemployed or formerly self-employed May apply to all courses with the exception of the two year part-time ICT conversion courses. Unemployed applicants will also be required to meet additional DEASP related criteria. They must have been in receipt of a recognised DEASP payment for 9 of the previous 12 months if they wish to participate on one-year full-time ICT Skills Conversion courses. Please note that documentation supporting applicant’s status will be required as part of the application process. Further proof confirming an applicant’s continued eligibility will also be required at the time of course commencement. The Springboard+ upskilling initiative in higher education offers free courses at certificate, degree and masters level leading to qualifications in areas where there are employment opportunities in the economy. Springboard+ is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Social Fund as part of the ESF programme for employability, inclusion and learning 2014-2020. From May 2019 Springboard+ offers 9,000 places on over 280 courses leading to awards at certificate, degree and post-graduate level. The majority of courses are part-time for a maximum of 12 months and are open to all applicants; Employed, Unemployed, and Returners who meet the eligibility criteria at the time of course commencement. The following are eligible to apply for courses in 2019/20 academic year (subject to the applicant meeting all requirements, including academic requirements): 3© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Introduction to Springboard+
4.
4© Copyright Digital
Skills Global. All rights reserved. Programme Options Professional Studies Certificate in Digital Technology, Design & Innovation (NFQ Level 7) 12 Months, Online Part-Time Starts: 25 November 2019 Professional Studies Certificate in Digital Technology, Design & Innovation (NFQ Level 7) This programme emphasises cross-functional team-working across four areas of specialisation. All participants take a number of shared courses and select one specialisation stream. The Professional Studies Certificate in Digital Technology, Design & Innovation leads to a Professional Studies Certificate awarded by Boston College. Boston College is accredited in the USA by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) which adheres to the standards of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), also in the USA. Boston College is recognised as a higher education institution by the International Association of Universities (IAU). This Professional Studies Certificate is comparable to undergraduate awards offered at Level 7 on the NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications) according to advice given by NARIC Ireland. Final recognition decisions for the purposes of accessing further education and/or employment are made by education institutions, professional recognition bodies and employers. Executive Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Leadership & Innovation (NFQ Level 9) All participants take a number of shared courses and select two specialisation courses. The Executive Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Leadership & Innovation leads to a Graduate Certificate awarded by Boston College. Boston College is accredited in the USA by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) which adheres to the standards of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), also in the USA. Boston College is recognised as a higher education institution by the International Association of Universities (IAU). This Graduate Certificate is comparable to postgraduate awards offered at Level 9 on the NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications) according to advice given by NARIC Ireland. Final recognition decisions for the purposes of accessing further education and/or employment are made by education institutions, professional recognition bodies and employers. Executive Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Leadership & Innovation (NFQ Level 9) 8 Months, Online Part-Time Starts: 25 November 2019
5.
This is a
one-year, part-time programme leading to a Boston College award of a 30 U.S. semester credit hours Professional Studies Certificate in Digital Technology, Design and Innovation (comparable to a 60-ECTS award at level 7 on the Irish NFQ / National Framework of Qualifications). This programme has a global dimension: Participants from 33 countries have enrolled on similar programmes offered by Digital Skills Global in the past three years, including from the UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, South Africa, UAE, Singapore and the U.S. Offered nationally within Springboard+, the 12-month part-time programme blends online eLearning and working in Virtual-teams with online project workshops, online mentoring and team-coaching, and includes project-based team assignments with employers and industry partners. During the programme, Participants can avail of the opportunity to attend a number of workshops and talks by industry guests at the Boston College Ireland (BCI) campus on St Stephen’s Green in Dublin. Each of these sessions will culminate in a networking event. This will facilitate networking between participants and with invitees from industry. About This Programme The Professional Studies Certificate in Digital Technology, Design & Innovation is offered by world leading U.S. university Boston College. Boston College have partnered with Digital Skills Global (formerly Digital Skills Academy), a pioneer in online digital education, to deliver one of Ireland’s most exciting higher education programmes. Designed to meet the demands of Ireland’s high- growth internet and digital technology sectors, this programme will equip participants with the skills, experience and credentials to become digital leaders and accelerate their career in this dynamic field. The programme also enables participants to ‘future-proof’ their careers, by helping ensure their careers won’t become obsolete due to technological advances but instead thrive in the digital age. Applications are invited from working professionals wishing to up-skill or re-skill in digital technology, digital business and design - and from jobseekers and those returning to the workforce - who have directly-related higher education level 6 major awards (Higher Certificate) or level 7 major awards (ordinary degree) in other disciplines. Candidates with significant experience in industry, without higher education qualifications, may be considered for entry through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). 5© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Professional Studies Certificate in Digital Technology, Design & Innovation (NFQ Level 7) Professional Studies Certificate in Digital Technology, Design & Innovation (NFQ Level 7) 12 Months, Online Part-Time Starts: 25 November 2019
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Workplace of the
future Core to this programme is providing participants with training - and applied practice - to work in collaborative, cross functional, online international teams. This mode of team-working, which requires the use of online collaboration tools, is one of the critical components of the emerging workplace of the future. In the programme, participant teams are supported through online coaching and mentoring, and are encouraged to adopt established best practices to ensure effective online team-working, and team-dynamics. In addition, this programme is designed to cultivate the participants’ quest for lifelong learning, where adaptability and on-going skills education are key to succeeding in the workplace of the future. Digital Skills New and emerging technologies are transforming industries, and impacting professionals. Working professionals are faced with integrating technology to streamline tasks and foster collaboration which requires the attainment of digital skills. This programme is designed to provide participants with the opportunity to learn, apply and perform digital skills in a specialist digital area such as project management, marketing, design or application development. Management and leadership skills Alongside developing core knowledge in Digital Skills for participants, this programme seeks to: - Develop Digital Leadership Behaviours - Cultivate Digital Entrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship skills - Train for Agile Project Management skills - Build capabilities for the management of cross- functional virtual teams - Combine Design-Thinking with Digital Innovation skills 6© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Objectives 100% Online 12 Months part-time Min. 8 Online Classroom Hours p/w Boston College Credits Live Study Sessions Team Coaching & Mentoring Continuous Assessments Course Forums Team Projects
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Entry Requirements A higher
education level 6 major award (Higher Certificate) directly related to one of the specific programme disciplines, or; A level 7 major award (ordinary degree) or higher in a discipline not directly related to, but sharing aptitudes and skillsets with one of the specific programme occupational roles. Applicants with significant experience in industry, without a higher education level 6 or 7 major award qualification may also be considered. Applicants who do not meet the minimum entry requirements but with significant experience would be considered for entry through RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) This programme is available regardless of your employment status. It is free of charge for applicants who fall under the Springboard+ ‘unemployed’ & ‘returners’ categories and there is a 10% contribution fee for applicants who are in the ‘employed’ category. Employed applicants have to contribute €630. The HEA will fund the additional 90% of the fees for successful employed applicants. Suitability Test As part of our application process, participants will take a simple, online suitability assessment for their chosen course and stream. Based on their answers, this will confirm that participants have the skills and experience required for a successful outcome. An online group interview may also be part of the application process. CV and Educational Transcripts All applications must be accompanied with a recent CV and official copy of educational transcipts. Not providing these documents will delay your application and may result in not being offered a place on the programme. Apply on Springboard+ Please click the link https://springboardcourses.ie/details/7447 to apply for the Professional Studies Certificate in Digital Technology, Design & Innovation on Springboard+ 7© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Application Requirements
8.
Agile, User Experience
Design & Digital Project Introduction This course integrates theory and practice of creating a Digital Project. Participants will be given the skills to address a digital solution challenge through the key skills of design thinking, agile and key elements of user experience design. Participants will also have to apply team-based learning, collaboration and knowledge sharing techniques in a broad role based multi-functional team. Cross-Functional Digital Team Project Introduction This course delivers advanced methods for researching and scoping a project for a client based on a challenging and potentially changing brief. It moves through the required methods for identifying client needs, capturing them and formulating a scope of work and the associated research required to get to this stage. Participants are required to have an understanding of both the individual and team roles required and how they work in a multidisciplinary team. Course assessments will challenge participants to bring research and proposed technical solutions to the client at this stage. They will have to devise adequate technical and creative solutions adapted to the challenges of the project. They will have to interpret the needs of the client who has delivered a complex brief that may lack clear direction. Participants will also have to apply team-based learning, collaboration and knowledge sharing techniques in a broad role based multi-functional team. Shared Courses Digital Industries and Career Development Introduction This course examines thought leaders in the digital space and their impact on business and us as individuals. There are a wealth of real world case examples throughout the course which will aid participants in developing their innovative thinking capability while at the same time assessing what is believed to be best practice in today’s ever changing digital world. The impact of digital on business and leadership is always to the fore on this course. Digital Business Ethics Introduction This course provides participants with the fundamental tools and frameworks to address the myriad of ethical issues and concerns that are emerging from new technology and the rise of digital platforms. Employees, emerging leaders, and leaders will face ethical issues in artificial intelligence, blockchain, and digital ecosystems. Participants will apply historical ethical systems and recent ethical thinking to these real-world scenarios, issues, and problems. It will be critical that the modern professional be able to navigate these new ethical issues in a thoughtful and deliberate manner and this course will develop those skills. 8© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Shared Courses All participants take the following Shared Courses:
9.
Mobile & Web
Applications Introduction This course adopts a mobile first approach to client-side coding. It lets participants work extensively with many of the most popular client- side libraries and frameworks such as jQuery, JQM, Angular and React. Participants have the opportunity to code up a variety of client-side apps that rely on third-party data and gain valuable experience building a live-data driven mobile app. Web & Device Programming I Introduction This course covers programming concepts, algorithm design, fundamental Internet protocols and server-side programming. In this course, participants will work on the back end of a web application to gain valuable experience coding object-orientated PHP. It looks in detail at the LAMP stack and how to understand the various components of a modern web app. Web & Device Programming II Introduction This course covers the client-side in order to understand the browser at a fundamental level. It provides for building client-side web apps in HTML, CSS and JavaScript. It looks at the browser to understand the inner workings of the object model. Once participants are comfortable with basic principles, they move on to consider the role of various client-side frameworks in a modern web application. Digital Application Development 9© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Specialisation Stream Participants select one Specialisation Stream:
10.
Digital Marketing Strategy
and Planning Introduction This course provides participants with the fundamental skills to research and plan a digital marketing strategy using digital channels appropriate to the target audience and market to achieve goals desirable by the business. This is done by providing participants the opportunity to demonstrate creativity, critical thinking, judgement, and their problem-solving capabilities. They will also develop the skills to contribute to planning and implementing digital marketing strategies. Digital Business Analysis Introduction This course integrates theory and practice to allow participants develop a practical overview of business analysis in the digital business environment. Participants will be equipped with a range of problem-solving tools and techniques, which support management in addressing a range of common operational problems that arise in a modern competitive business environment. Technical Project Management Introduction The course analyses digital technology and technical development strategies and processes. It equips participants with the skills to manage web, mobile, games and other digital development projects. This is done by applying methodologies for estimating projects, iteration, planning and re-planning, tracking and retrospective project reviews. Participants will develop these skills through continuous project-based learning. Participants will also study both hardware and software platforms, building a knowledge base to assist in strategic technology decision-making. Digital Business 10© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Specialisation Stream
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Participant will gain
in-depth experience in Search Engine Optimisation, paid search via Google AdWords and social media advertising via platforms like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Digital Marketing: Analytics and Campaign Management Introduction On this course, participants will cover topics such as keeping your digital marketing activities In- house Vs outsourcing to an agency. Participants will also cover affiliate marketing, display advertising and Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) as well as deep delving into Google Analytics to understand how it and similar tools can track their marketing efforts as well as inform their further marketing decisions. Digital Marketing Strategy and Planning Introduction This course provides participants with the fundamental skills to research and plan a digital marketing strategy using digital channels appropriate to the target audience and market to achieve goals desirable by the business. This is done by providing participants the opportunity to demonstrate creativity, critical thinking, judgement, and their problem-solving capabilities. They will also develop the skills to contribute to planning and implementing digital marketing strategies. Digital Marketing: Search and Social Introduction On this course, participants will delve deep into how to perform digital marketing research and allocate budgets based on that research. They will also learn how to effectively utilise digital marketing tools to reach, engage and convert their target audience. Digital Marketing 11© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Specialisation Stream
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Front End Web
Development II Introduction Building on Front End Web Development I, this course improves and extends the front-end apps developed to include many of the exciting new features of HTML5, as well as leveraging a variety of front-end frameworks. Participants will work with the jQuery library to optimise workflows and quickly produce working prototypes of layouts and designs. Web Graphics Design and Production Introduction This course provides participants with the skills to develop proficiency in the practical use of graphics design tools and software for use in mobile and Web applications. Participants will acquire the skills needed for the design, creation, and publishing of graphics, images & text. They will develop an understanding of how to apply templates designed for localisation and international considerations. Front End Web Development I Introduction This course consists of providing participants with knowledge of in-demand, front-end languages and libraries to design and build client-side apps. They will gain excellent exposure to the newer HTML5 features and learn how to integrate these into applications. They will also analyse and consider how best to optimise a client-side app and understand its inner-workings. Digital Design* *requires recent version of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. 12© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Specialisation Stream
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Further Study Gaining 30
U.S. credits through successful completion of this programme is comparable to gaining 60 ECTS credits at NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications) Level 7, and therefore comparable to completing year 3 of a 4-year honours degree. On successful completion of this programme you would thus be in a position to apply for entry into the fourth year, or an ‘add-on year’, of an honours degree programme in a similar or comparable field. The aim of this programme is to provide participants with the skills and knowledge required to be able to work in, or progress to, the role of one of the following specific occupations in digital technology, design, business, and application development: • Web & Mobile Application Developers • Web & Digital Designers • Project Managers • Online Marketers • Information Designers • Web Video Producers • Digital Product Mangers • Digital Marketing Managers • Designers for Web & Mobile • SEO, Search, and Media Managers • Marketing Analytics and Campaign Managers • Business Analysts • Digital Business Transformation Managers • Digital Team Leaders and Facilitators Over the past three years in Ireland, employers of participants taking similar programmes with Digital Skills Global have included respected organisations such as Accenture, Bank of America, CarTrawler, EA Games, Facebook, Fexco, Fidelity Investments, Google, IBM, Oracle, PayPal, Pramerica, Rothco, Salesforce, Squarespace, Starwood Hotels, The Irish Times, National Treasury Management (NTMA), Titan Marketing, and WMware. Many of these Irish employers have also separately hired from our previous Springboard+ programmes, alongside others including Deloitte, Ebay, KPMG, and Vodafone. 13© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Career Opportunities
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This programme has
a global dimension: Participants from 33 countries have enrolled on similar programmes offered by Digital Skills Global in the past three years, including from the UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, South Africa, UAE, Singapore and the U.S. Offered nationally within Springboard+, the 8-month part-time programme blends online eLearning and working in Virtual-teams with online project workshops, online mentoring and team-coaching, and includes project-based team assignments with employers and industry partners. During the programme, participants can avail of the opportunity to attend a number of workshops and talks by industry guests at the Boston College Ireland (BCI) campus on St Stephen’s Green in Dublin. Each of these sessions will culminate in a networking event. This will facilitate networking between participants and with invitees from industry. About This Programme The Graduate Certificate in Digital Leadership & Innovation is offered by world leading U.S. university Boston College. Boston College have partnered with Digital Skills Global (formerly Digital Skills Academy), to deliver one of Ireland’s most exciting, innovative and forward-thinking postgraduate programmes. This programme is designed to advance participants’ careers to senior management positions, or significantly strengthen their profile at that level. Participants will be equipped with the digital competencies, leadership abilities and mind-set to lead teams and organisations in the digital age. The programme also enables participants to ‘future-proof’ their careers by providing them with the hybrid digital technology and digital business skills needed to successful work at leadership- level with emerging technologies, automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace of the future. This is a 8-month, part-time programme leading to a Boston College award of a 12 U.S. semester credit hours Graduate Certificate in Digital Leadership & Innovation (comparable to a 24-ECTS post- graduate certificate or postgraduate diploma at level 9 on the Irish NFQ /National Framework of Qualifications). 14© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Executive Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Leadership & Innovation (NFQ Level 9) Executive Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Leadership & Innovation (NFQ Level 9) 8 Months, Online Part-Time Starts: 25 November 2019
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Workplace of the
future Core to this programme is providing participants with training - and applied practice - to work in collaborative, cross functional, online international teams. This mode of team-working, which requires the use of online collaboration tools, is one of the critical components of the emerging workplace of the future. In the programme, participant teams are supported through online coaching and mentoring, and are encouraged to adopt established best practices to ensure effective online team-working, and team-dynamics. In addition, this programme is designed to cultivate the participants’ quest for lifelong learning, where adaptability and on-going skills education are key to succeeding in the workplace of the future. Digital Skills New and emerging technologies are transforming industries, and impacting professionals. Working professionals are faced with integrating technology to streamline tasks and foster collaboration which requires the attainment of digital skills. This programme is designed to provide participants with the opportunity to learn, apply and perform digital skills in a specialist digital area such as project management, marketing, design or application development. Management and leadership skills Alongside developing core knowledge in Digital Skills for participants, this programme seeks to: - Develop Digital Leadership Behaviours - Cultivate Digital Entrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship skills - Train for Agile Project Management skills - Build capabilities for the management of cross- functional virtual teams - Combine Design-Thinking with Digital Innovation skills 15© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Objectives 100% Online 8 Months part-time Min. of 5 Online Classroom Hours p/w Boston College Credits Live Study Session Team Coaching & Mentoring Continuous Assessments Course Forums Team Projects
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Entry Requirements Applicants require
a Level 8 Honours Degree qualification (or equivalent) directly related to one of the specific programme disciplines. Applicants with previous substantial work experience in the sector without a Level 8 Honours Degree or equivalent qualification may also be considered. Student Participants who do not meet the minimum entry requirements but with significant experience would be considered for entry through RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning). All applicants must provide: - Transcripts of examinations - CV Applications will also be considered in light of other factors, including letters of reference and personal statement. This programme is available regardless of your employment status. It is free of charge for applicants who fall under the Springboard+ ‘unemployed’ & ‘returners’ categories and there is a 10% contribution fee for applicants who are in the ‘employed’ category. Employed applicants have to contribute €300. The HEA will fund the additional 90% of the fees for successful employed applicants. Suitability Test As part of our application process, participants will take a simple, online suitability assessment for their chosen course and stream. Based on their answers, this will confirm that participants have the skills and experience required for a successful outcome. An online group interview may also be part of the application process. CV and Educational Transcripts All applications must be accompanied with a recent CV and official copy of educational transcipts. Not providing these documents will delay your application and may result in not being offered a place on the programme. Apply on Springboard+ Please click the link https://springboardcourses.ie/details/7446 to apply for the Executive Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Leadership & Innovation on Springboard+. 16© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Application Requirements
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User Experience and
Solutions Design Introduction Participants apply and evaluate the principles, processes and international user experience (UX) design best practice for digital solutions. Participants will take a user-centred approach to design, develop and present a prototype for a solution that responds to user needs, developed based on functional requirements and analysis, data gathering, concept design and prototyping. Participants taking this course will develop their prototype through continuous project work. The project work is undertaken as part of a multidisciplinary team, using the latest online sharing and collaboration tools as well as etiquette and multi-cultural best practice methodologies. Participants will analyse the evolution of digital devices and responsive website design, exploring, evaluating and researching the adaptive skills they will need in this field in future. OR; Agile Project Management Introduction This course analyses the principles of Agile Project Management and how to apply these principles to development projects. A strong focus is on the Scrum method and researching why agile teams can perform to very high standards. The aim of this course is to train participants to lead agile efforts inside organisations. Exercises are based on real world scenarios, applying agile principles in project work. Shared Courses AND; Cross Functional Team Digital Industry Project Introduction Participants will successfully complete a digital product for the partner industry company. They will work primarily in an online collaborative environment designed to facilitate diverse international locations and etiquette. Participants will work in teams on ‘live’ projects for selected businesses. Completing a digital product includes all aspects of digital production, including but not limited to analysis, design, development, implementation, integration, international system design best practice including documentation, research and business value. OR; Cross Functional Team Digital Entrepreneur Project Introduction Participants will use fundamental tools, and study the key stages in developing a successful start-up. Participants will evaluate numerous case studies and academic research that emphasise lessons learned by entrepreneurs who have gone before and helped to highlight the characteristics of successful ventures and management teams. Practical application of hypothesis testing together with customer development and business model design and evolution form the cornerstones of this course. Participants will successfully evaluate a concept that could lead to a start-up business or critically research an area for potential digital entrepreneurship for a start-up. 17© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Shared Courses All participants take a combination of the following Shared Courses:
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Digital Product Leadership Introduction This
course introduces participants to the methods and approaches that are used to successfully launch digital products into a market. You’ll learn about different online business models and how to create a customer value proposition that meets market needs. Digital Ecosystems Strategy Introduction This course introduces participants to digital ecosystems and how they are extending the boundaries of value creation beyond traditional industries. Participants will be exposed to new concepts from a coherent framework to understand, design and apply new business models to effectively compete in digital ecosystems. Participants will explore how digital native companies have gained strength in digital ecosystems through their platforms and how legacy companies can apply those insights to build new business models of their own. The course will also highlight how legacy companies can extend their traditional products and services into digital platforms, how to compete as platforms, and the costs of not having a platform strategy in the modern digital era. Design Thinking for Business Professionals Introduction Design Thinking introduces the participant to the design approach to problem solving and innovation. Participants are led through the journey of ideation, creativity, rapid prototyping, and experimentation. Design Thinking changes the way businesses approach the customer and leads to greater innovation. 18© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Specialisation Courses Participants select one Specialisation Course out of the three below:
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Digital Marketing Strategy
and Planning Introduction This course provides you with the principles of digital marketing planning and the necessary steps in building effective digital marketing strategies. You will learn about various marketing tactics and digital platforms, understand how to define & research target audiences, set Goals & KPIs, as well as understand how to create strategies, set targets and assign budgets based on your research. Artificial Intelligence: AI Innovation for Business Professionals Introduction This course focuses on the opportunities for businesses to innovate using artificial intelligence. While technology will be discussed, the course is decidedly not a technical course. It is designed for the business professional, emerging leader, and leader who wants to better understand the implications and impact of AI on the business world, their industry, and their company. The participant will begin to think through the possibilities of AI in their organisation. Artificial Intelligence: AI Applications Introduction This course will teach you the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as well as preparing you to recognise opportunities to apply AI Applications within your organisation. You will examine basic Machine Learning models and develop an overview of the approaches used to solve complex real world problems with AI Applications. Leading Digital Transformation Introduction This course focuses on the organisational changes that are required for harnessing the power of technology. Participants are introduced to the concept of digital maturity, cultivating a digital environment, enabling intentional collaboration, and fostering an experimental mind-set. Mobile Web Applications Introduction This course introduces participants to the theory and techniques required to build Mobile Web Applications. Mobile Web Applications have significant constraints and differences with respect to traditional web development and this course will prepare the learner for this style of development by focusing on best practices and established methodologies. 19© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Specialisation Courses In addition, participants select one more Specialisation Course out of the five below:
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Many of these
Irish employers have also separately hired from our previous Springboard+ programmes, alongside others including Deloitte, Ebay, KPMG, and Vodafone. Applications are invited from working professionals with a level 8 qualification wishing to prepare for digital leadership roles in their organisations. The aim of this part-time programme is to develop digital leadership and management skills and knowledge so participants can enter or progress in the following careers: • Digital Product Managers • Digital Marketing Managers • Digital Transformation Leaders • Digital Programme Managers • Technology Leaders • Digital Team Leaders • Digital Strategists • Digital Platform Managers • Digital Evangelists • Artificial Intelligence Initiative Team Leads • Global Digital Marketers • Digital Entrepreneurs and Start-Up Founders Over the past three years in Ireland, employers of participants taking similar programmes with Digital Skills Global have included respected organisations such as Accenture, Bank of America, CarTrawler, EA Games, Facebook, Fexco, Fidelity Investments, Google, IBM, Oracle, PayPal, Pramerica, Rothco, Salesforce, Squarespace, Starwood Hotels, The Irish Times, National Treasury Management (NTMA), Titan Marketing, and WMware. 20© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Career Opportunities
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Skills Global All rights reserved. Why Choose Boston College Programmes Boston College is a world leading University with over 150 years of delivering academic and professional success for participants. Passionate. Engaged. Innovative. The Global Leadership Institute at Boston College offers dynamic programming for professionals looking to expand their areas of expertise. The Global Leadership Institute empowers professions to reflect on their careers, connect with influential leaders in their field, enhance their skills, and learn cutting-edge techniques. #37 Boston College is ranked #37 in National Universities by U.S. News. 1% The Times Higher Education World University Rankings ranks Boston College within the top 1% of Universities worldwide. 150 Boston College has over 150 years of delivering academic and professional success for participants .
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94% of past participants recommend Digital
Skills Global programmes 22© Copyright Digital Skills Global All rights reserved. Why Choose Digital Skills Global Programmes 250+ projects developed by participants for Corporate Partners 85-95% completion rate for online courses 20,000 courses successfully completed by participants
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Reach Your Career
Goals with a Qualification from a Top-ranked U.S. University: Whether you are looking to advance your career, change career direction or increase your earning potential, you will complete the programme with a qualification from Boston College, a top-ranked U.S. university, to help you reach your career goals. 23© Copyright Digital Skills Global All rights reserved. Programme Benefits Advance Your Career by Learning Trending Skills: Advance your career by learning the very latest emerging technology and leadership skills and developing the mind-set to become a digital leader in today’s hyper-competitive economy. Build a Portfolio of Real-world Digital Projects to Accelerate Your Career: Develop a portfolio of real-world digital projects and challenges and showcase your skills on your resume, LinkedIn account and to your current or prospective employers. Master the Skills to Become a Leader in the Digital Age: By working in cross-functional digital teams on real-world projects, you will master the communication and collaboration skills to work in or lead online multi-location teams. Join a Community of Digital Leaders: You’ll be part of an online community and benefit from the advice, support, insights and experiences shared by your peers to help with your assignments and project work.
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In cross-functional teams,
programme participants undertake the digital innovation projects, either for their own employer, or for organisations who are Industry Partners of Digital Skills Global and Boston College. Over 200 companies and organisations have previously partnered in this Industry Partner programme, including AIB, Bank of Ireland, Cisco, UPC/Virgin Media, Dell EMC and VMware. Team Coaching and Mentoring and Participant Support Coaching and Mentoring will support your teamwork and project performance skills and Participant Support to help you succeed on your learning journey. Digital Cross-Functional Teams Work alongside team members from different functions (Designers, Developers, Managers, Marketers working together) during the cross- functional team project. Engaging Digital Content Engage with high quality online video-based classes with activities, workshops, live-classes, and projects. Flexible, Online Learning Study flexibly online from anywhere in Ireland and access high quality learning content with your mobile device, tablet or desktop. Real-world Projects Work in cross-functional digital teams and develop a portfolio of real-world digital projects and challenges. 24© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. Our Learning Experience Team Coaching & Mentoring 100% Online Team Projects
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Introducing some of
our Corporate Partners. Digital Skills Academy works with multiple, large organisations to expand digital talent and capability including the following: You’re going to meet new people, learn new skills, network and gain confidence in your line of work” “The programme has really helped me develop my ideas, learn hard and soft skills and played a big part in getting my foot in the door of my current job.” 25© Copyright Digital Skills Global. All rights reserved. “From a career perspective, it has helped me as a leader to stand out amongst the pool of leaders at Dell EMC. “ Past Participant Testimonials Matthew Atherfold Director of People Insights Dell EMC Shane Murphy UX Analyst Accenture Anna Lonergan Senior Business Systems Analyst MetLife Past Participants Reaching Their Career Goals
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