The Open University in Ireland for employers

Learning and development solutions

Access modules

The Open University's (OU) Access modules are specifically aimed at employees who are less confident in learning, perhaps because they under-achieved at school or had few opportunites within education.

Short courses

Explore a subject without the time commitment with a short course from the OU.

Microcredentials

These courses are designed to help you build in-demand skills and knowledge to help you get ahead.

Open qualifications

Employees can be supported to achieve an OU qualification tailored to business needs – at undergraduate or postgraduate level – through creating a bespoke pathway.

Other ways we support businesses in Ireland

Knowledge Hub

Browse our latest learning and development resources and keep informed of the latest news and trends.

Triple-accredited Business School

The Open University Business School (OUBS) has been awarded EQUIS reaccreditation for three years to maintain its status as one of only 1% of business schools in the world with triple accreditation.

Free learning

Home of the OU’s free informal learning; a fantastic resource for your employees to develop new skills and knowledge and support transition to formal learning and OU study.

Why the OU in Ireland

Learn why more than 2,800 organisations across public, private and third sectors have chosen us to provide their staff development solutions. Our flexible approach will help meet your individual needs.

Like to hear more about how The Open University in Ireland could support your business through learning and development.

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Maureen Fox, Business Relationship Manager

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Unlock the potential

At The Open University in Ireland, we promote opportunity by widening access to high-quality learning to all who wish to realise their ambitions – and this includes supporting organisations to address their skills needs through the provision of exceptional workforce development solutions.