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There is no denying that event management is an amazing job. In addition to being the mastermind behind some really exciting experiences, event managers and planners get to try their hands at many different tasks during their workday. But how can you become a certified event manager? Here are the steps you’ll need to take: 1. Earn an industry recognised qualification   Most employers require event…

A new commodity spawns a lucrative, fast-growing industry, prompting antitrust regulators to step in to restrain those who control its flow. A century ago, the resource in question was oil. Now similar concerns are being raised by the giants that deal in data, the oil of the digital era. These titans—Alphabet (Google’s parent company), Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Microsoft—look unstoppable. They are the five most valuable…

Smartbox Group, a provider of online gift vouchers, has announced plans to hire 100 staff as part of a new office expansion in Dublin. Smartbox Group is one of the biggest online gift voucher firms in Europe, with €1bn worth of business created in 2016 and 6.5m gifts purchased across 10 countries. Now, with 2,000 sq ft added to its office in Dublin, Smartbox is set…

Here, at Fitzwilliam Institute HQ, this morning we are feeling extremely proud. Drum roll........ We are thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted in the category of Excellence in Education & Training for the Events Industry Awards 2017. We are extremely passionate and proud of what our Event Management courses represent, to be considered for this award is an honor in itself. We offer full…

Business and Finance media group is a dynamic and progressive media agency, based in Dublin, operating in a specialist marketplace across multiple platforms within 3 continents. The company continues to see YoY growth and is currently finalising its 2017 plans, which will see a number of new and exciting developments. As part of this progression, the organisation is presenting an opportunity for a young business graduate…

The Opportunity CustomerMinds has an opportunity for a digital marketing student who is seeking an internship. You will gain experience of marketing and operational communications strategies, across multiple industries. Through client work, you will creatively explore and implement workflows using our Which50 platform. On a daily basis, you will follow through on your ideas by contributing to our internal marketing strategy and content generation. About CustomerMinds…

Squash Link - Event Coordinator Mission: Enrichment. Education. Empowerment. Significant learning through significant relationships. With Squash as the catalyst, Squash Link, flagship programme of the Irish Squash & Education Association (ISEA), aims to support significant achievements in the lives of local school students through academic enrichment, health and lifestyle commitments, social and emotional responsibility, character development, life-long learning and leadership. Background: Squash Link was originally inspired…

Sightsavers has a fantastic opportunity for a Public Engagement Coordinator to join the team in Ireland. Reporting to the Communications Manager you will take a lead role in planning, management and delivery of key education, fundraising, communications and advocacy campaigns, including the annual Sightsavers Junior Painter competition. You will also proactively develop, national events, education and advocacy programmes which will deliver meaningful interaction and engagement with…

The Construction IT Alliance, are currently recruiting for an Office Administrator to join their team in Dublin city centre. Job Vacancy: Administrator of the Construction It Alliance (CitA) Applicants are invited to submit proposals to fulfill the contract for Administrator of CitA. CitA researches and provides information to its members on the latest innovation in technology to help drive profitability. CitA runs a vibrant event programme…

Want to know what it takes to be a Fitzwilliam Institute Part-time Diploma in Event Management student? See what two of our most recent graduates have to say about the course: "When I first found the Fitzwilliam Institute course online I was delighted, but still a bit skeptical. It ended up being absolutly the best thing i've ever done. Amazing, skilled, and professional tutors, all of…