NCI Course Details

An innovative assessment structure is in place on the course which promotes both the understanding of academic principles and the application of skill. Some innovative assessment methods make the course very realistic, such as the investigation into suspected employee theft or the conducting of a selection interview. Assessment is by means of skills assessments, written projects and team presentations.

In addition, upon successful completion of the diploma, there is an exemption from the first stage of NCI’s part-time BA (Honours) in Human Resource Management Strategy and Practice, meaning you have a direct progression path to the later stages of our HR degree.

Upcoming Open Events

Join us at one of our upcoming information events, where you will have the opportunity to chat to our lecturers and Admissions Team about the range of Business, Computing, Psychology and Education courses starting at NCI in September 2026.

• Thursday 16th July, 5-7pm, Online
• Saturday 22nd August, 11am-1pm, On-Campus
• Wednesday 2nd September, 5-7pm, Online

This part-time HR course is ideal for those working in HR, wishing to develop a HR career or managers wanting a better knowledge of people management. The wide range of participants will be a vital part of your learning experience. The course is ideal for those who want to gain Professional Membership of CIPD. CIPD qualifications and membership are often required by employers seeking to hire HR professionals.

Graduates will receive a Level 7 QQI Diploma in Professional Human Resource Practice. The course leads to CIPD qualification and Associate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). A separate membership fee (currently stg£140, but subject to revision) should be paid directly to CIPD to gain student membership.

This course is designed to appeal to those working in human resources, managing large teams of people or seeking to make a career change into HR. There are no specific academic requirements with applicants considered based on relevant work and other experience.

Please note that due to QQI regulations, students who wish to register for this course must have an address in Ireland.

National College of Ireland has implemented a Bring Your Own Device policy for all courses. Specifically, students are expected to successfully participate in lectures, laboratories and projects using a portable computer (laptop/notebook) with a substantial hardware configuration.

The recommended configuration is as follows:

Processor:

• Intel 11th Gen or newer, Core i3 / i5 /i7 or Ultra 3 / 5 /7
  Or
• AMD 5000 Series or newer, Rzyen 3 / 5 /7

Random Access Memory (RAM):
16GB or greater

Storage:
SSD (Solid State Drive) 256GB or greater

Wireless Card:
802.11 n/ac/ax capability

Recommended Operating Systems:
Windows 11
Later Version of MAC OS should also be fine.
Chromebook’s are not recommended.

It is the responsibility of the student to ensure their computer is functioning correctly and that they have full administrator rights. NCI cannot provide support for these personal devices.

Student Laptop Loan Scheme

A Laptop Loan Scheme is available for eligible students to assist them in completing their chosen course.

• Applied Employment Law
• Reward and Performance
• Talent Acquisition
• Organisational Performance and Culture
• Employment Relations
• Professional Behaviours and Practice

For more information on the modules taught on this course view our module descriptors.

Blended Schedule:

2 evenings a week, 18.30-22.00 plus occasional Saturdays. 3 on-campus Saturdays during the course 09.30-17.30.

Please note that exams can be scheduled during the morning, afternoon or evening Monday to Saturday.

Blended (live online with some face-to-face classes). Evening weekdays online and some Saturdays on campus.

1 academic year.

€3,750 total fee.

(Fees revised annually)

You can spread the cost of this course with a direct debit plan.