International Financial Services - Carlow

It will give participants the tools they need to understand the fundamentals of this international industry and the various roles that offer employment within it and is designed to appeal to those who are looking to re-skill or up-skill to gain employment in the International Financial Services Sector. The applied nature of this course is reflected in the combination of project management and data analysis alongside accounting and administration modules which focus on developing the student’s knowledge of the International Financial Services Sector, fund management and all the regulatory requirements nationally, at EU level and at international levels.

Modules

Mutual Fund Accounting

AIF Fund Accounting

Legal Compliance and Regulatory

Aspects of Financial Services

Project Management and

Communication

Data Analysis and Risk

Industry based Research Project

Applicants require an NFQ Level 7 or 8 Award, or equivalent, for entry to this course. Other applicants will be considered on an individual basis in accordance with the university policy on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). SETU reserve the right to require applicants to attend for interview to determine their suitability for the course.

Application Deadline 28 Aug 2026

1 YEAR – PART-TIME

Online only – 2 evenings per week 7.00-10.00pm with some Saturdays throughout the year (indicative)

Next intake September 2026.