What is a Skillnet Business Network?
A Skillnet Business Network is a cluster of private sector businesses that collaborate based on a sector, or multiple sectors within a region, to provide upskilling and reskilling programmes to companies. Each of our 70 Networks, is led by is led by a voluntary Steering Group of industry representatives that focus on setting the Network’s strategic direction. The Network Management team design upskilling programmes provided by experts, based on skills gaps identified within a sector or region. The programmes are funded by the cluster of companies that form the Skillnet Business Network, in addition to funding from Skillnet Ireland. Use our search tool to identify the right network for your business and team.
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- Single Sector Networks: These Skillnet Networks work with businesses in specific sectors, developing bespoke solutions to meet existing and emerging skills needs within those sectors.
- Multi Sector Networks: These Skillnet Networks work with businesses in specific regions, developing bespoke solutions to meet existing and emerging skills needs within specific regions.
Use our search tool to identify the right network for your business.
How does a company access training for their team through a Skillnet Business Network?
A company can first determine which Network, may be suitable to their business upskilling needs, depending on the sector or region in which a company operates.
Each Skillnet Business Network has a dedicated website, profiling the range of upskilling programmes it provides. A company can contact the Skillnet Business Network that is of interest to them based on their sector, or because it exists in their area. A company can avail of programmes being delivered by a Skillnet Business Network, or engage with the Network to discuss their skills needs.
Upskilling training can be focused on anything from marketing skills to building an AI powered business. Companies can find upskilling training programmes or business supports by reviewing our list of 70 Skillnet Business Networks.
For further information, contact one of our Skillnet Business Networks.