As technology in retail continues to change and develop, the human skills needed to embrace these changes are perhaps more important than ever. Social skills, communication, time management, problem solving, emotional intelligence, adaptability and resilience make up the basic skillset that every retail worker should now possess, yet they are all too often overlooked, particularly …
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In September we officially kicked off the 8th intake for the Degree in Retail Management Practice. We were delighted to welcome 58 new 1st year students to the programme, who join 87 other students across second, third and fourth year. In total this makes close to 600 students that have joined this programme since it was …
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The Covid-19 pandemic has thrown us out of our comfort zones and for many, has led us to question our future plans. It’s no wonder, then, that during the current pandemic, many people are rethinking their careers. Whilst the current situation brings about many challenges for our professional and personal lives, many people are taking …
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Covid-19 has caused unprecedented interruption to our daily and business lives. With business across the entire country now facing extremely challenging times, thankfully, there are a number of supports available for business owners to help you and your employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. Retail Ireland Skillnet recognises these challenges and are committed to supporting our …
With the gradual ease of restrictions and as we return to work, we now have a new normal as COVID-19 will be here for sometime. Businesses across all sectors must adapt and health and safety arrangements will need to be reviewed. With this in mind and as part of the Return to Work Safely Protocol we …
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The retail sector will change more in the next 50 years than it has in the past century according to experts. New technological innovation is driving this movement with online stores, checkouts that can be done on your mobile phone, and apps that instantly shop—curated styles from all your favourite bloggers and influencers. The typical customer retailers face today is constantly connected, well aware …
To help you protect yourself and those around you from coronavirus, we are offering our new course – Covid-19 Guide for the Lead Worker Representative FREE of charge. We know that it is a difficult time with a lot of uncertainty that is why we want to help you to be confident in the actions …
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The retail industry in Ireland employs over 280,000 people, in every city, town and village, right across the country. This is more than twice that of Ireland’s second largest sector, financial services. By its very nature retail is a fast-moving industry as organisations try to respond to customer needs and predict future trends. But if …
Are you a current or aspiring retail manager? Are you ready to take the next step in your career? If so, then our part-time degree in Retail Management Practice is for you.
Retail Ireland Skillnet are delighted to announce that we have been able to continue delivering learning to Apprentices enrolled on the Apprenticeship in Retail Supervision amidst the challenges presented by COVID-19. Over the last four weeks, we have moved all scheduled modules to 100% online delivery, and it is a move that has been warmly …
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WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY… Ready to take the next step in your retail career? Then follow in the footsteps of some of our past students who chose a Part-time Degree in Retail Management Practice as the next step in their retail career. When asked what would your message be to anyone thinking of starting this …
The COVID-19 crisis is presenting immediate challenges for businesses. To help and support our retailers through this challenging time, we have provided a list of some useful resources Posters and signs for your business The Department of Health has developed public health information posters, booklets & social distancing graphics to display in your business. Public …
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