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With over 32,100 members, we’re one of Ireland’s most trusted professional education providers
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We’ll help you to choose the right learning pathway for you with 40+ courses and programmes to choose from
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The courses at IOB have such a broad spectrum, with up to date content, relevant regulations and absolutely brilliant lectures

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A recognised college of UCD and provider of financial services education with over 40 accredited courses
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We offer a range of professional designations to help you keep pace with industry change and qualify for roles in financial services in Ireland
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Gain access to our exclusive platform with resources, short courses and micro-learning content
[IMG: Connect with your community]
[H3] Connect with your community
Learn and connect with a community of over 32,100 members
[IMG: Exclusive events]
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Your ticket to conversations, webinars and workshops with industry leaders and disruptors
[IMG: A standout educator]
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A recognised college of UCD and provider of financial services education with over 40 accredited courses
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We offer a range of professional designations to help you keep pace with industry change and qualify for roles in financial services in Ireland
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Network with other leading organsiations, learn from peers and share your knowledge and expertise
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[H3] Develop talent
With IOB's wide range of accredited learning programmes, it's easy to develop your talented staff
[IMG: Regulatory compliance]
[H3] Regulatory compliance
Our new blockchain enabled EdQ credentialing platform supports you in meeting your regulatory responsibilities
[IMG: Future skills]
[H3] Future skills
Financial services is always evolving. IOB can help your staff develop new skills to ensure your organisation can adapt and succeed
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IOB provides independent assurance that supports organisations in engaging, motivating and empowering their employees to learn and perform
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[H6] Wealth Management, Financial Advice and Planning
Addressing the evolving requirements of customers across all sectorsDiscover
[H6] Retail Banking
The Professional Pathway for everyone in the banking sectorDiscover
[H6] Executive Education
Empowering and enabling Senior Executives and Directors in Financial ServicesDiscover
[H6] Funds by IOB
Practical knowledge, skills, and accreditation for a global and dynamic industryDiscover
[H6] Digital & Innovation
Responding to rapid changes in financial servicesDiscover
[H6] Governance, Risk and Compliance
Skills and knowledge required to address challenges in the current environmentDiscover
[H6] Credit and Lending
Practical Credit and Lending skills and knowledge in modern Financial ServicesDiscover
[H6] Culture
Developing an effective consumer focused culture in Financial ServicesDiscover
[H6] Wealth Management, Financial Advice and Planning
Addressing the evolving requirements of customers across all sectorsDiscover
[H6] Retail Banking
The Professional Pathway for everyone in the banking sectorDiscover
[H6] Executive Education
Empowering and enabling Senior Executives and Directors in Financial ServicesDiscover
[H6] Funds by IOB
Practical knowledge, skills, and accreditation for a global and dynamic industryDiscover
[H6] Digital & Innovation
Responding to rapid changes in financial servicesDiscover
[H6] Governance, Risk and Compliance
Skills and knowledge required to address challenges in the current environmentDiscover
[H6] Credit and Lending
Practical Credit and Lending skills and knowledge in modern Financial ServicesDiscover
[H6] Culture
Developing an effective consumer focused culture in Financial ServicesDiscoverExplore our programmes

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[H6] 25 May 2026
CPD Bootcamp: Navigating AML - Key Principles and Emerging Challenges&nbsp
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CPD Bootcamp: Use of Trusts in Estate Planning and Taxation of Trusts&nbsp
[H6] 27 May 2026
CPD Bootcamp: Economic Update with Austin Hughes May 2026&nbsp
[H6] 27 May 2026
CPD Bootcamp: Empowering ethical decision-making in financial services
[H6] 25 May 2026
CPD Bootcamp: Navigating AML - Key Principles and Emerging Challenges
[H6] 26 May 2026
CPD Bootcamp: Use of Trusts in Estate Planning and Taxation of Trusts
[H6] 27 May 2026
CPD Bootcamp: Economic Update with Austin Hughes May 2026
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[H1] CPD Bootcamp
CPD Bootcamp: Navigating AML - Key Principles and Emerging Challenges
Mon, 25 May at 12PM
[H1] CPD Bootcamp
CPD Bootcamp: Use of Trusts in Estate Planning and Taxation of Trusts
Tue, 26 May at 12PM
[H1] CPD Bootcamp
CPD Bootcamp: Economic Update with Austin Hughes May 2026
Wed, 27 May at 12PM
[H1] CPD Bootcamp
CPD Bootcamp: Key Pension Considerations for Mid‑Career Professionals
Thu, 28 May at 12PM
[H1] CPD Bootcamp
CPD Bootcamp: Empowering ethical decision-making in financial services
Wed, 27 May-19:30 PM
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CPD Bootcamp: ESRI Housing Update
Fri, 29 May at 12PM

[H1] Leadership and innovation celebrated at IOB Future of Finance Awards 2026
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[H1] Next phase of Skills Framework launched for Ireland's funds sector
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[H1] World-first standards-based Skills Framework to future-proof talent in retail banking launched
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[H1] New suite of IOB AI programmes launched
Learn more about our new suite of UCD accredited artificial intelligence programmes. Learn more
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[H3] Leadership and innovation celebrated at IOB Future of Finance Awards 2026
[H3] President’s Education Awards prize winners recognised for the 2024/2025 academic year
[H3] IWD 2026: New scholarship announced
[H3] Day in the Life: Seán Fagan, Commercial Credit Risk Underwriter, AIB UK
[H3] Day in the Life: Arun Neelamkavil, Independent Non-Executive Director & Advisor, Enlight
[H3] Day in the Life: Anne Bradley, Independent Non-Executive Director
[H3] Day in the Life: Noelle Condon, Chief Financial Officer, National Asset Management Agency
[H3] Next phase of Skills Framework launched for Ireland's funds sector
[H3] IOB Prospectus: 2025/2026
[H3] World-first standards-based Skills Framework to future-proof talent in retail banking launched
[H3] IOB hosts European launch of innovative MiCreS project
[H3] Day in the Life: Siobhan Gormley, Board Member, State Street Fund Services Ireland and Fund INED

Why Digital?
[H4] RESPONDING TO RAPID CHANGES IN FINANCIAL SERVICES
The financial services industry is responding to the rapid advancement of digital technologies, increasing client expectations, new competition and regulation.
Our programmes focus on developing the specialist knowledge and skills that will equip you to succeed in the ongoing transformation that is happening across the industry.

[H4] News
Leadership and innovation celebrated at IOB Future of Finance Awards 2026

[H4] News
IWD 2026: New scholarship announced

[H4] News
Next phase of Skills Framework launched for Ireland's funds sector

[H4] News
President’s Education Awards prize winners recognised for the 2024/2025 ...

[H4] Latest insights and events
Stay up to date with our latest insights
View all insights
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[H4] Latest insights and events
Stay up to date with our latest insights
View all insights
View all events

[H4] News
Leadership and innovation celebrated at IOB Future of Finance Awards 2026

[H4] News
IWD 2026: New scholarship announced

[H4] News
Next phase of Skills Framework launched for Ireland's funds sector

[H4] News
President’s Education Awards prize winners recognised for the 2024/2025 ...

[H6] Member Testimonial

The courses at IOB have such a broad spectrum, with up to date content, relevant regulations and absolutely brilliant lectures

Gemma Lawlor

[H4] Your lifelong learning partner

[H6] Join the IOB Community
Begin your journey with IOB today and unlock exclusive member content, events and insights!
Join IOB

Professional industry programmes
[H4] Addressing the evolving requirements of customers across all sectors
In order to advise on or sell retail financial products, under Central Bank’s Minimum Competency Code (MCC), individuals must be an Accredited Product Adviser (APA) and/or a Qualified Financial Adviser (QFA).
Additionally, financial planners and advisers must have complete knowledge of the fundamental principles underpinning investment products to mitigate customers’ risks. See below our full suite of Financial Advice and Planning programmes, including our Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning preparing you for the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation.
IOB has recently launched three new Wealth Management and Financial Planning programmes.  These are in addition to our existing  suite which includes financial planning, wealth management, retirement planning, pensions advice and asset management. These programmes provide an integrated ladder-of-opportunity for bank staff to progress beyond the Minimum Competency Code (MCC) requirements of the Central Bank of Ireland and address the evolving requirements of customers in this rapidly expanding market sector.
Professional Certificate in Pensions and Retirement Advice (NFQ Level 7)Professional Diploma in Financial Planning (NFQ Level 9)Professional Certificate in Retirement Planning (NFQ Level 9)
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Top questions on becoming a Qualified Financial Adviser (QFA)

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QFA designates with IOB will also receive the prestigious European Finan...

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Meet the QFA leading a social finance movement in Ireland

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From AML to personalised products: how AI is transforming financial serv...

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[H4] News
Top questions on becoming a Qualified Financial Adviser (QFA)

[H4] News
QFA designates with IOB will also receive the prestigious European Finan...

[H4] News
Meet the QFA leading a social finance movement in Ireland

[H4] News
From AML to personalised products: how AI is transforming financial serv...

[H6] Member Testimonial

The courses at IOB have such a broad spectrum, with up to date content, relevant regulations and absolutely brilliant lectures

Gemma Lawlor

[H4] Your lifelong learning partner

[H6] Join the IOB Community
Begin your journey with IOB today and unlock exclusive member content, events and insights!
Join IOB

Benchmark retail banking programmes
[H4] THE PROFESSIONAL PATHWAY FOR EVERYONE IN THE BANKING SECTOR
Developed in conjunction with the banks and UCD, our Professional Education Framework provides a core set of qualifications and a professional pathway for everyone in banking – from customer advisor to board director.
It also sustains employability of banking professionals in the context of changing industry and organisational needs. The Framework is open to everyone, whatever their age, career stage, qualifications, experience, specialism and ambition.
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[H4] News
Leadership and innovation celebrated at IOB Future of Finance Awards 2026

[H4] News
IWD 2026: New scholarship announced

[H4] News
Next phase of Skills Framework launched for Ireland's funds sector

[H4] News
President’s Education Awards prize winners recognised for the 2024/2025 ...

[H4] Latest insights and events
Stay up to date with our latest insights
View all insights
View all events

[H4] Latest insights and events
Stay up to date with our latest insights
View all insights
View all events

[H4] News
Leadership and innovation celebrated at IOB Future of Finance Awards 2026

[H4] News
IWD 2026: New scholarship announced

[H4] News
Next phase of Skills Framework launched for Ireland's funds sector

[H4] News
President’s Education Awards prize winners recognised for the 2024/2025 ...

[H6] Member Testimonial

The courses at IOB have such a broad spectrum, with up to date content, relevant regulations and absolutely brilliant lectures

Gemma Lawlor

[H4] Your lifelong learning partner

[H6] Join the IOB Community
Begin your journey with IOB today and unlock exclusive member content, events and insights!
Join IOB