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FET Micro-Qualifications: Market Innovation & Product Development

Break into new markets with short, accredited upskilling in Market Innovation and Product Development

Further Education and Training (FET) micro-qualifications are short, accredited, and highly subsidised upskilling programmes, developed under the Skills to Advance initiative. With our Market Innovation and Product Development micro-qualifications, you can build the skills needed to develop, design and market your next product/service . All FET micro-qualifications are delivered locally through the 16 Education and Training Boards (ETBs) nationwide.

Who is it for?

Employers and employees looking to build their knowledge and skills to develop a new product or service through accredited and highly-subsidised training.

 

You may be eligible if:

  • You are a small, medium or large enterprise
  • You are in employment

 

Eligibility is subject to terms and conditions.


What do you get?

  • Targeted upskilling for your industry and profession
  • Local training delivered via the 16 Education and Training Boards (ETBs) nationwide
  • Adjustable course schedule, designed to fit the operating needs of the business
  • Flexible programme delivery - available in person, online or via blended formats
  • Fully accredited skills (NFQ level 6)
  • Highly subsidised training, offered at little or no cost

What can it be used for?

  • Build the knowledge, skills and competence to develop a new product/service.
  • Enhance creative thinking in relation to product/service development.
  • Learn and apply business theory in relation to product design, development and marketing.
  • Develop evaluation and critical thinking skills in relation to business viability of a product/ service.
  • Build communication skills for customer exploration and customer validation.

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