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SAS partners Jaypee Business School to deliver AI-led postgraduate education
India’s education and technology sectors converge as a global analytics firm partners with a leading business school to address AI skills shortages. The initiative highlights private-sector investment in postgraduate education aligned to industry demand.
Irish higher education institutions receive capital funding for upgrades
Irish higher education institutions will receive €41m in capital grants for building, refurbishment, and energy efficiency improvements. The funding supports universities, institutes of technology, and colleges in maintaining infrastructure, sustainability, and innovation across campuses.
Atlantic Technological University appoints senior leaders to drive education and research growth
Ireland’s higher education sector sees significant leadership changes as Atlantic Technological University strengthens its senior team. The appointments reinforce the university’s role in education, research and regional development across the West and North West.
Irish EdTech secures funding to build AI certification platform
Ireland’s education and EdTech sector has secured fresh investment aimed at defining global standards for AI skills. A new Irish venture is positioning itself as a commercial certification platform for employers, institutions and learners.
Capability Drive
A focus on professional development and capability-building has become central to organisational competitiveness, shaping how businesses and individuals respond to evolving sector standards. Strategic learning programmes not only enhance knowledge and skills but also reinforce confidence, career progression, and workforce resilience. Looking back to last year, ‘Life Insurance Association wins Excellence in Education by a Professional Body at Education Awards 2025’ celebrates the LIA’s commitment to enabling high standards in financial advisory practice. This achievement sets a benchmark for professional education that other organisations will be measured against in the 2026 awards cycle. Moreover, ‘AICertified secures €1m funding to build AI skills certification’ highlights the increasing focus on digital and technology-driven learning initiatives, creating pathways for upskilling and talent development. The programme demonstrates how investment in specialised skills can accelerate workforce capability. Meanwhile, ‘Skillsoft appoints Bernard Barbour to lead Percipio platform’ illustrates the importance of leadership in learning technology platforms. Effective guidance fosters measurable impact on learning outcomes and career growth. These stories illustrate how strategic leadership, innovation, and targeted education initiatives combine to strengthen capability across industries. By investing in knowledge, organisations are building future-ready teams capable of delivering sustainable value and sector-wide impact.
Life Insurance Association wins Excellence in Education by a Professional Body at Education Awards 2025
Revisiting 2025’s success, the Life Insurance Association (LIA) won Excellence in Education by a Professional Body at the Education Awards 2025, setting a benchmark for financial education as the sector looks toward 2026.
Emversity raises $30m to scale upskilling programmes
Indian edtech startup Emversity has raised $30m (€25.93m) in Series A funding to scale upskilling programmes. The platform partners with universities and employers to improve graduate workforce readiness across sectors.
Skillsoft appoints Bernard Barbour to lead Percipio platform
Skillsoft has appointed Bernard Barbour as chief technology and product officer to lead its Percipio learning platform. The move strengthens the company’s education technology offering and aligns learning, skills intelligence, and workforce capability.
TUS and Greyhound Racing Ireland launch new education programmes
Technological University of the Shannon and Greyhound Racing Ireland have launched two accredited education programmes. The initiative targets workforce skills and regulatory compliance within a €132 million sector.
Tyndall National Institute to expand with €100m investment
Tyndall National Institute is set to significantly expand its education and research capacity following confirmation of €100m investment. The expansion will double the institute’s footprint and increase education-led research capacity.
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