Online delivery course meant Kathryn saved time travelling to and from college which allowed her extra time to study and catch up on lecture notes, while also managing a full-time job
Kathryn Byrne completed her Post Graduate Diploma in Business Systems Analysis online with Waterford Institute of Technology in 2021.
How do you believe the course will benefit your career in the long term?
I believe that this course will assist me in gaining a place on a BSA team in a progressive organization. It will open up career doors that were not available to me without completing this course.
How did you enjoy the experience of returning to education?
I thoroughly enjoyed getting back into education. It has given me a new purpose and it feels good to be learning new skills and meeting new like-minded people.
What personal benefits do you believe you have gained/will gain?
I believe that I have gained confidence since starting this course. My organizational skills have improved as a result of having to manage keeping a full-time job and completing a night course at the same time.
What was the positive impact of Covid-19 on the overall course delivery or assessments?
I believe that Covid has been beneficial as we have been able to complete and study for the course from home. The time saved from travelling to and from college has allowed me extra time to study and catch up on lecture notes.
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