The IHI’s focus on supporting career progression and advancement through Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and Mentoring underscores a strong commitment to the growth of hospitality professionals at all stages of their careers. By emphasizing the importance of these tools, the IHI ensures that its members have access to the resources, guidance, and opportunities they need to continually develop their skills, knowledge, and leadership capabilities.
A key objective of the IHI is to support the career progression and development of our members. We recognize that mentoring is a valuable tool to support this objective and as the professional membership body for the industry, it was important for the IHI to lead the development of an industry mentor programme.
The programme is being delivered through a bespoke platform, PLD, which will make creating and managing mentoring relationships a smooth and practical experience.
Since its launch, we have received a very high level of interest and commitment from IHI members eager to participate. If you are interested in being a mentor or mentee, please click here to start the process.
Or if you have a developing team member or members you feel would benefit from the IHI Mentors Matter programme but are not currently IHI members, we offer a special membership rate of €90 (T&Cs apply). To learn more, please contact Tina.maree@ihi.ie
Are you a Manager or Head of Department working in the Hospitality Industry?
The Hospitality Leadership Microcredential (Level 9) is tailored for industry and designed for those aspiring to progress within the industry.
✅ Build your strategic leadership and people management skills
✅ Enhance your financial management skills
✅ Network with industry colleagues
✅ Gain a Level 9 Microcredential qualification
✅ Receive a one- year complimentary Irish Hospitality Institute membership
Join our virtual programme briefing on 30th October at 10am to find out how the Hospitality Leadership Microcredential can benefit you, your teams or your business.
Free to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/wGJmy1j0QQG1Ge1O603mZA
This Restaurant & Hospitality Skillnet programme is co funded by the Government of Ireland, the European Union, and network companies.
Learn more here: https://www.rhskillnet.ie/training/hospitality-leadership-micro-credential-esf-2025/
In partnership with the IHI, the Restaurant & Hospitality Skillnet provides training to those working in restaurants and the wider hospitality industry, from owners to managers, head chefs to commis chefs, and front of house service staff.
Restaurant & Hospitality Skillnet focuses on supporting those in employment within the Restaurant and Hospitality Industry. The Restaurant & Hospitality Skillnet also participate in the Skillnet Ireland Skills Connect programme. This initiative is designed exclusively for unemployed people and includes free training in skills in demand by companies combined with direct access to employers through meaningful work placements.
These courses help members up-skill their current workforce and train those new to their business. This allows each member company remain competitive, retain staff and ensure they have the necessary tools to stay relevant and deliver quality product and customer service in a very competitive industry. Learn more @ Home – Restaurant & Hospitality Skillnet.
Autumn CPD courses are now open for enrolment!
On-campus and online courses, open to anyone who has a passion for the Hospitality Industry and has an interest in furthering their education as well as progressing within their field.
September
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt for Hospitality Monday & Tuesday 8th & 9th September (2 days online) €595
- Revenue Management & Budget Tips – Tuesday 16th September (1 day module on campus) €495
- Finance for non-Financial Managers – Monday 29th September (1 day module on campus) €395
October
- Senior Leaders Continuous Improvement Workshop – Monday 13th October (on campus) €395
- Labour Forecasting & Scheduling Workshop 14th October (on campus) €395
November
- Certificate in Hospitality Leadership & Management November 11th & 12th – 2 days €1,150
- Revenue Management Tuesday 11th November (1 day module on campus) €495
- Sales Skills for Success Wednesday 12th November (1 day module on campus) €495
Contact Fiona Duggan, Executive Education Officer
e:fiona.duggan@universityofgalway.ie
w: www.shannoncollege.com
Hospitality Management Studies TU150
The overall aim of the BA Hospitality Management Studies is to prepare learners academically and professionally leading to employment at management level in the dynamic world of the hospitality industry. This is achieved through a comprehensive programme designed to be challenging and fulfilling in an environment which focuses on the individual learner as an active participant in his/her own learning.
Hospitality Management Studies TU154
Overview: This course is suitable for people who want to gain a qualification or are currently working in the hospitality industry, are seeking promotion, or management positions in the sector. It is also open to mature students returning to education, people seeking a career change or wishing to ‘start their own business’ in the sector or people intending to develop their existing hospitality businesses.