No doubt you\u2019ve heard that Ireland is home to global tech companies like Facebook and Google. But did you know some of the world\u2019s biggest pharmaceutical companies are based here too? You\u2019ve only got to peek inside your medicine cupboard to see that many products are made in Ireland. In fact, we\u2019re the eighth largest producer of pharmaceuticals in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s an industry with excellent room for career advancement. A recent CPL study<\/a> listed pharma as one of the top five growth industries in Ireland in 2018. The study noted that there have been salary increases in the industry due to a combination of steep competition, high demand and new start-ups. So, if you\u2019re looking for a career with real room for advancement, Ireland\u2019s pharma industry might just be for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Getting Started in the Industry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Even if you haven\u2019t got scientific experience or a background in the industry, you can still get a foot in the door. We recently launched a level 6 Higher Certificate in Process Technologies that\u2019s suitable for people who have a leaving cert or trade qualification. The course is part-time and delivered by industry experts. It will help build skills suited to the sector, enabling you to move into roles like Production Technician or Operator, Maintenance Technician, Manufacturing Supervisor or Team Leader, Process Improvement Specialist, Quality Assurance or Quality Control, Supply Chain Planner, Regulatory Compliance and Health & Safety Officer. Once you\u2019ve completed this course, you\u2019ll also have the qualification you need to move on to one of our more advanced courses at a time that suits you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Upskilling<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The skills required to enter the pharma industry are particular but attainable. If you have a general science or engineering degree, for example, you can upskill relativity quickly with one of our specialised Master’s programs. These are highly desired qualifications tailored to the genuine needs of the industry, opening the door to more senior roles like executive, manager or director. Changing career is much easier when you have expert guidance, and we provide you with extensive career coaching, CV workshops<\/a> and interview preparation. Coupled with industry-specific expert training, this has given us an enviable success rate, with 70% of students further advancing their careers after completing an Innopharma course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Building Your Career in the Industry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you already work in pharma but want to advance your career, our range of programs is a great way to address any gaps in your skillset. We offer programs from level 6 to 9, allowing you to progress at a pace that suits your current experience. Our lecturers are experienced and knowledgeable \u2013many have held senior positions with major companies in the industry \u2013 and their content will ensure you\u2019re armed with up-to-date and relevant knowledge. If you\u2019re unsure about which of our courses will help you reach your goals, our experienced team can help you find the one that best suits your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n