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Law Society of Ireland – Diploma Centre
Postgraduate courses with professional focus and practical insight.
The award-winning Diploma Centre at the Law Society of Ireland has provided continuing professional education and training for over 20 years. The Diploma Centre offers a diverse range of postgraduate courses which are available both onsite and online. Courses delivered by leading experts are open to solicitors, trainees, barristers and suitably qualified professionals. We provide a flexible approach to learning with courses designed to satisfy CPD requirements.
Diploma in law Open Evening 2022
Date: Wednesday 8 June, 6.30-8pm
Come to the Law Society of Ireland to our state-of-the-art campus, meet the Diploma Centre team and course tutors, and experience what our Diploma in Law has to offer you. Attendance is free, but you must register in advance. Register to attend: https://openevening22.eventbrite.ie
Core and innovative course offerings
The Diploma Centre offers a diverse range of courses including core fields of interest for solicitors and innovative programmes which reflect the specialist areas of practice in which the legal profession increasingly operates. These include our Diploma in Aviation Leasing and Finance, Diploma in Technology & IP Law, Diploma in Sports Law and Certificate in Data Protection Practice. Courses are available online, live and on-demand, providing a dynamic platform of flexible, accessible learning.
Current courses
All current diploma and certificate courses are available on the Diploma Centre webpage.
Overview
- Postgraduate certificate and diploma courses
- Flexible on-site and online learning
- State-of-the-art lecture capture facility
- Practitioner-led lecturers and workshops
- Annual free Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), with over 10,000 registrants from 70 countries.
- Discounts available
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Winner, Excellence in Public Sector Education Services, Public Sector Magazine Education Support award, Excellence in Business Awards 2021
Winner, Service Provider to the Legal Profession, Irish Law Awards 2016, 2017 and 2018
Winner, Postgraduate Course of the Year in Law, Higher Education Awards 2019, Diploma in Aviation Leasing and Finance Law
Winner, Law School of the Year, Law School Awards 2012
| MOOC on Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Commencing on 11 June and running over 5 weeks, the MOOC will feature online recorded and streamed presentations, together with interactive discussion forums and quizzes that allow participants to engage directly with our expert presenters. Course content This year’s MOOC will provide participants with a comprehensive guide to the evolving legal landscape of ESG, a detailed examination of ESG… |
| Certificate in Immigration Law and Practice Programme objectives On completion of this course, participants will be able to: Identify the various visa and stamp classes available in Ireland; Proactively outline effective immigration solutions for clients; Display an ability to properly complete and lodge visa applications and reviews on behalf of clients; Recognise situations that may result in deportation, removal, and repatriation… |
| Certificate in Aviation Leasing and Finance Programme structure and approach to learning Ireland is internationally recognised as the global hub for aviation leasing and finance, with 14 of the top 15 global aircraft lessors enjoying a presence here. More than 60% of the world’s fleet of leased aircraft is owned, leased, or managed in Ireland. The major industry players have been… |
| Certificate in Charity law, Trusteeship and Governance This course provides an understanding of the fundamental competencies required by the commercial lawyer when drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements. It includes guidance on the structure and format of commercial contracts and emphasises the importance of using clear and concise language when drafting such agreements. Experienced practitioners provide drafting tips and best practice recommendations… |
| Certificate in Commercial Contracts This course provides an understanding of the fundamental competencies required by the commercial lawyer when drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements. It includes guidance on the structure and format of commercial contracts and emphasises the importance of using clear and concise language when drafting such agreements. Experienced practitioners provide drafting tips and best practice recommendations… |
| Certificate in Company Secretarial Law & Practice Jointly awarded by the Law Society of Ireland and the Chartered Governance Institute (CGI) , this certificate offers a practical insight into company secretarial requirements in Ireland. The requirement in the Companies Act 2014 obligating the directors of a company to appoint a suitably qualified individual to the position of company secretary has enhanced the company secretary’s position as… |
| Certificate in Conveyancing Programme structure and approach to learning In 2019 we saw the introduction of the new “pre-contract investigation of title” (PCIT) system, which improved the conveyancing process by ensuring any questions relating to the property’s title are raised and resolved before the contracts are signed. The new system is a fundamental change to the legal practice… |
| Certificate in Data Protection Practice In this popular certificate course, participants will be brought through the application of the law by experienced data protection practitioners and privacy consultants from private practice, the public sector, and from large multinationals. There is a strong focus on the GDPR and how to apply it in practice. This course will ensure that participants are… |
| Diploma in Aviation Leasing and Finance Ireland is internationally recognised as the global hub for aviation leasing and finance, with 14 of the top 15 global aircraft lessors enjoying a presence here. More than 60% of the world’s fleet of leased aircraft is owned, leased, or managed in Ireland. The major industry players have been attracted by Ireland’s stable political regime,… |
| Diploma in Construction Law Programme structure and approach to learning This advanced-level diploma course aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the specialised discipline of construction law and practice in Ireland. The increasing complexity of construction law provides for a proliferation of contracts and conflict and dispute resolution mechanisms. This complexity has led to a demand for professionals with… |
| Diploma in Corporate Law and Governance The Diploma in Corporate Law and Governance aims to provide students with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the law in relation to this interesting and changing sector, which has seen numerous changes since the introduction of the Companies Act 2014. The diploma focuses on typical events during the lifetime of a corporate entity that solicitors… |
| Diploma in Education Law Programme objectives On completion of this training programme, participants will have: An excellent understanding of the key employment law issues relevant to the school setting; An understanding of school structures and governance arrangements; A thorough knowledge of admissions policies and student conduct issues; Knowledge of the legal issues relating to special educational needs; Familiarity with… |
| Diploma in Employment Law Programme structure and approach to learning Framed by the Workplace Relations Act 2015, this well-established and highly regarded postgraduate diploma provides a comprehensive understanding of employment law, covering all aspects of the employer/employee relationship from recruitment through to termination. Relying on contributions from leading practitioners, stakeholders, and decision makers in the area, we highlight how new… |
| Diploma in Finance Law Programme structure and approach to learning This diploma provides participants with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the law in relation to the provision of financial services from a national and international perspective. This dynamic area is constantly subject to regulatory and statutory changes at both a European and national level. Modules The programme is… |
| Diploma in Insolvency Law & Corporate Restructuring Programme structure and approach to learning This diploma course aims to provide a comprehensive practical overview of the current legislative framework in Ireland with respect to insolvency and corporate restructuring from an analysis of basic concepts of debt restructuring, to a consideration of more complex issues, such as financing considerations that may arise during the… |
| Diploma in Insurance Law This diploma will provide participants with an overview of the (re)insurance industry in Ireland and provide comprehensive coverage of all key issues relating to (re)insurance law and the litigation of insurance claims. The course will examine insurance concepts and underline the importance of understanding key insurance documentation. It will ensure that participants are aware of… |
| Diploma in Judicial Skills & Decision-Making Programme structure and approach to learning This diploma will provide participants with case-management leadership skills and practical training on how to run a case in any forum. It will also prepare participants for adjudicatory, tribunal, and board roles, and will explore the skills needed to preside over various forums. Practical workshops on arriving at a… |
| Diploma in Sports Law Programme structure and approach to learning This diploma will provide participants with an insight into the dynamic area of sports law, both domestically and internationally. Modules will address practical issues which practitioners from the smallest to the largest firms can advise on. The course begins with a look at the regulation and governance of the… |
| Diploma in Technology & IP Law Programme structure and approach to learning Ireland has a booming tech market and has become the digital hub for Europe. It is of vital importance that all organisations understand the law relating to technology and intellectual property and that all legal advisers have the requisite knowledge to advise on these matters. This advanced level programme… |
| Diploma in Trust and Estate Planning Programme structure and approach to learning The Diploma in Trust and Estate Planning is offered jointly by the Law Society of Ireland and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP). The course has been designed by practitioners with specialist exposure to give a practical insight into key estate planning, legal- and tax-based concerns for… |
| LLM Advanced Legal Practice The Law Society of Ireland’s Diploma Centre offers an innovative LLM Advanced Legal Practice in partnership with the Leeds Law School at Leeds Beckett University. Building upon the solicitor qualification, the programme provides the ideal opportunity for professional development in a specialised area of law. Candidates undertake in-depth study of an agreed legal topic under individual… |
| Diploma in Law This postgraduate course is aimed at non-law graduates seeking to further their knowledge of law to enhance their current role or those who wish to progress further with a career in law. Applications will be considered from suitable non-graduates with a significant and demonstrable level of work experience in the area of law. Programme structure… |
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Law Society of Ireland - Diploma Centre
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