In contrast to general business courses, our course is designed for forward-thinking creative professionals offering a unique mix of four key modules, worth 5 ECTS each, tailored to help you thrive in the ever-evolving creative industries. 

1. The course begins by exploring Entrepreneurship for Creative Professionals, developing the skills to lead your business with confidence, vision, and innovation.  
2. Next, you will learn how to gain essential business insights in Accounting and Finance for the Creative Industries, equipping you with the financial tools and understanding needed to manage resources effectively and support sustainable growth. 
3. The course then reviews principles of Ethics, Law, and Sustainability for Creative Professionals, enabling you to navigate the complexities of the creative business landscape with awareness and accountability.  
4. Finally, you will learn to drive innovation and adapt to change with Business Design for Strategic Transformation, where you will develop strategies for future-proofing your creative enterprise. 

Together, these modules will empower you to unify your passion, potential, and practice into a successful, sustainable future. 

Each module will have specific industry experiences. You will be paired with a business mentor to support you through your learning journey. Where possible/appropriate, the mentor will be from your own creative sector.  

Field trips and networking events will form part of the overall experience.  

Planned Industry Engagements include: 

• Module 1: Pitching + Brand Workshop Specialist 

• Module 2: Briefing from Accountancy Firm  

• Module 3: Creative Sector + Entertainment Law Specialist 

• Module 4: Briefings from funding bodies and a final pitching opportunity with a panel of industry experts 

You will be assessed based on a final business plan/strategy for an existing or new business/venture and supported by your work across all the modules. 

Delivery is blended with online weekly lectures (Wednesday evenings) and intensive in-person sessions (Saturdays), and some field trips to allow you to continue your usual projects and activities whilst also developing your business strategy and future aims.

Dates TBC

Desktop/laptop, camera, microphone and reliable wi-fi connection for the online classes.

We welcome applications from people with an established or emergent creative career at least 3-5 years post-graduation. 

This course is suitable for those who have an undergraduate qualification of 2nd Class Honours or higher at Honours Degree level. 

Applicants without a Level 8 qualification may be considered provided they can demonstrate Honours Degree equivalence which can be verified through the RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) process. 

You will be required to submit on the IADT application form: 

• A letter of intent / personal statement  
• A CV

IADT may ask for the contact details of a referee in some instances. You may also be called for interview. 

Fees for this course are €1,700.