Apprenticeship in Retail Supervision

Well Done…Year 1 Completed for the 2020-2021 Cohort

Massive Congratulations to our amazing 20/21 cohort of apprentices who have just completed year 1 of the Apprenticeship in Retail Supervision programme.  This year has presented numerous challenges for our apprentices, many of whom are working on the front-line.  We are so proud of each and every one of the apprentices that has shown an
Human Skills Training Retail Ireland Skillnet

The Importance of Human Skills for Retail Workers

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

Update on the Degree in Retail Management Practice December 2020

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
Apprenticeship in Retail Supervision

2020 Semester 1 Update on the Apprenticeship in Retail Supervision

Massive congratulations to all the apprentices on year 1 and year 2 on completing semester 1! In September 2020, we were delighted to have 183 apprentices registered for the incoming 20/21 year of the Apprenticeship in Retail Supervision programme. A 110 new apprentices joined Year 1 and 73 apprentices progressed into Year 2 of the
COVID-19 BUSINESS SUPPORTS

Covid-19 Business Supports

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

Helpful Resources for the Retail Industry – Covid 19

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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10 Facts from the Retail Ireland Christmas Monitor 2018

This week Retail Ireland launched the Retail Ireland Christmas Monitor 2018, which contains analysis of the latest retail sales trends and key statistics in advance of this year’s festive trading period. The monitor looks at different aspects of retail trade and the gives insight to the wider economic conditions impacting the retail sector. Here are the top
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As part of a government initiative, Retail Ireland Skillnet is offering retailers and individuals who want to develop their digital marketing and e-commerce skills an opportunity to enrol in a Level 5 Retail Digital Marketing eLearning Course for free.  The course is designed to equip learners with the confidence and skills to talk and engage with digital marketing practices.

Free Digital Marketing Online Course..Enrol Today!