Business Relationship Manager @OUIreland Multi-tasking Mum of 2 football fanatics. Views my own.

Joined September 2011
Austeja credits OU flexibility and tutor support for helping her grow her organisation while studying. A true example of ambition, innovation and impact. Turn your passion into opportunity. Begin your OU qualification now. For OU courses starting in February 2026 the registration deadline is 8 January. Contact our team: ☎️ Dublin 01 678 5399 Mon to Fri, 9 to 5 (excl holidays) 📧 ireland@open.ac.uk 💻open.ac.uk
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Paul from Cork graduated with an OU MBA in October 2024. He faced doubts about returning to study after 25 years, but with the OU’s flexibility and supportive tutors he’s ready to grow his business with confidence. Ready to transform your career like Paul? For OU courses starting in February 2026 the registration deadline is 8 January. Contact our team: ☎️ Dublin 01 678 5399 Mon to Fri, 9 to 5 (excl holidays) 📧 ireland@open.ac.uk 💻open.ac.uk
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Isabelle from Kildare left her job to travel in SE Asia while completing her OU MSc in Psychology. Patchy Wi-Fi & time zone differences were tough, but support from her OU tutors helped her succeed. With the OU’s flexibility, you can grow without pressing pause on life. Contact our team: ☎️ Dublin 01 678 5399 Mon to Fri, 9 to 5 (excl holidays). 📧 ireland@open.ac.uk 💻 open.ac.uk/
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Step into the shadows of Ireland's imagination this #Halloween. Discover the Irish Gothic collection, from @OUFreeLearning exploring spectres, monsters, fairies & vampires in Irish storytelling. Dive in free today: ow.ly/rAmC50XkaKc
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Replying to @The_Wheel_IRL
@The_Wheel_IRL #summit2025 delivered real value. Expert speakers offered actionable insights, while sector leaders shared practical approaches to common challenges. The breakout sessions were focused, collaborative, and solution driven. An Taoiseach @MichealMartinTD delivered the closing address. @foxmoc @SusanSharkey14
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Delighted to be attending @The_Wheel_IRL #summit2025 today in Croke Park, #Dublin. Really looking forward to powerful keynotes on forging stronger partnerships with government, discussions around social cohesion and sustainable funding. @foxmoc @SusanSharkey14
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We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with The Open University (OU) in Ireland. Through this partnership, Software Development Apprenticeship programme graduated will now have the opportunity to progress onto a BSc Top-up Degree in Computing and IT Practice at the OU.
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Thrilled to see this partnership between @OUIreland and @FastrackintoIT come to fruition! Creating progression opportunities for FIT apprentices to advance their #skills and #careers in #techsector through BSc (Hon) Top-up Degree in Computing & IT Practice @OpenUniversity
NEWS RELEASE: The Open University Announces Progression Agreement with Fastrack into Information Technology in Ireland Through this partnership, graduates of the Software Development Associate Apprenticeship programme at @FastrackintoIT will now have the opportunity to progress onto a BSc (Honours) Top-up Degree in Computing and IT Practice at the OU, further enhancing their knowledge and employability in the ever-evolving digital landscape. Read more here: ow.ly/wtM450VoH7o
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Ireland leads in productivity, but domestic businesses risk falling behind. The OU's 'Powering Up Productivity' report offers insights to help organisations boost efficiency through leadership, skills, tech, and workplace culture. Explore more 👇 @DubCham @CorkChamber @BrIreCham
‘Powering up productivity’ is an OU report looking at the productivity challenges faced by businesses in the UK, from which businesses in Ireland can take learnings. Read about the OU's productivity report in this Business Post article: businesspost.ie/commercial-r…
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Massive thanks to all the @OUIreland team who made yesterday at @CrokePark the best graduation yet! Apologies for not having pics of all the gang - but you were too busy making the day wonderful! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟@prof_durkin @tweettarac @emmaokane @mc_grainne @foxmoc @michaelbower
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One week to go! Don't miss the chance to secure up to £5K in investment for your business idea with Go Succeed: The Ultimate Pitch. If you're registered with @gosucceed_ni, apply here: ➡️ ow.ly/RNhg50TfbT9 Applications close 12pm on Monday 16 September.
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If you have completed part of a HE qualification, you may be eligible to count this towards an OU qualification. We call it ‘credit transfer’. For OU study starting in October 2024, you need to apply for credit transfer by 8 August . Find out more: ow.ly/UvK350P4RSy
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In anticipation of this evening's #Paris2024 #Olympics opening ceremony, we are sharing some free Olympics related OpenLearn resources. Explore here: ow.ly/NoZh50SKSm9
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The #BigButterflyCount starts today (11th July - 4th August); it assesses the #environment by counting the amount and type of butterflies 🦋 But why do #butterflies matter? In our article @OU_STEM's Bradley Neal introduces us to some species in the UK: open.edu/openlearn/nature-en…
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Looking to start studying this October? The deadline to register for OU courses is 5 September. Make sure you don't miss out by starting your application today: 💻 open.ac.uk/republic-of-irela… ☎️ Phone: 01 678 5399 📩 Email: ireland@open.ac.uk
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NEWS RELEASE: The Open University and The Wheel Partner to Launch Free Leadership Development Learning Hub for Ireland's Charity and Community Sector. The hub aims to support the development of leadership skills within the charity and community sector in Ireland. Read the full story here: www5.open.ac.uk/ireland/news… @The_Wheel_IRL @OUFreeLearning
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Delighted to attend @AccountingTec #CertifiedAccountingTechnologist launch today! The new role enhances core #accounting & #taxation skills with #DataAnalytics & #SustainabilityReporting, boosting #Financial #Social #Environmental value. Great catching up with industry leaders!
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My article in @IrishIndependRX explores emerging trends in digital workplace learning and how they are shaping the future of education and employee development: lnkd.in/etZUHss7 @MediaplanetIE @CorkChamber @DubCham @BrIreCham @FastrackintoIT
We’re supporting the Future of Education Campaign launching today in collaboration with Mediaplanet! Read our article by going online here tinyurl.com/mr4624sc or picking up a copy of today’s Irish Independent! #FutureofEducation2024
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NEWS RELEASE: The Open University recognised as a University of Sanctuary This makes the University the first in Northern Ireland to receive this accreditation. Read the full story here: ow.ly/BAWo50SmaQo
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Business Barometer report launched today reveals 44% of NI organisations still face significant skills shortages. Read the full report: ow.ly/es4b50SlqmT
NEWS RELEASE: NI Businesses Struggle with AI Adoption Amidst Persistent Skills Shortages The Business Barometer report finds that 44% of organisations in NI are still reporting worrying skills shortages. Read the full report here: ow.ly/es4b50SlqmT @NIChamber
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