Summary
This five-part Regional masterclass series, has been designed to equip Employers, HR Professionals and Managers with the practical tools, legal insights, and structured approaches needed to address workplace challenges confidently and compliantly.
At the end of the programme participants will:
- Learn how to manage key processes with confidence and consistency
- Understand how to prepare for hearings and investigations
- Strengthen internal policies, documentation, and decision-making
- Gain insights from real case studies and current legal developments
This programme is for:
HR Professionals and managers
Dates & Regions
Cork
2nd Floor, Penrose One, Penrose Dock Cork
- 27 January - Mastering the art of workplace investigations
- 10 February - Managing underperforming employees
- 24 March - Preparing for an employment claim at the Workplace Relations Commission
Galway
Hibernian House, 45 Eyre Square, Eyre Street, Galway
- 21 January - Managing underperforming employees
- 5 February - Mastering Absence Management
- 26 March - Mastering the art of workplace investigations
Limerick
One Bank Place, Charlotte Quay, Limerick
- 28 January - Mastering Absence Management
- 12 February - Mastering the art of workplace investigation
- 25 March - Mastering the probation process
Waterford
Unit 1A, First Floor, Cleaboy Business Park, Old Kilmeaden Road, Waterford
- 20 January - Mastering the probation process
- 03 February - Preparing for an employment claim at the Workplace Relations Commission
- 31 March - Mastering Absence Management
Cost:
All sessions (5) : €1000
3 session bundle: €750
To book all 5 sessions, click Book today & proceed to checkout.
To book just the 3 session bundle for €750, click book today, and then enter the coupon code 3bundle to pay €750.
Once you have completed your booking, you will be contacted to specify which 5 or 3 sessions/dates you will attend.
Approach
The Masterclass Series will take place across the Ibec offices in Cork, Galway, Limerick, and Waterford from January to March. Each masterclass is a unique opportunity to network with employers in that region and beyond.
Session Topics
Preparing for an Employment Case at the Workplace Relations Commission
Tuesday 3rd February 2025 – Waterford
Tuesday 24th March 2025 – Cork
- Develop a solid understanding of the WRC and the WRC Adjudication process
- Be equipped to identify and compile the necessary relevant documentation and information to defend a claim
- Gain the skills and confidence to prepare and support your organisation through a WRC hearing
Mastering Absence Management
Wednesday 28th January 2025 - Limerick
Thursday 5th February 2026 – Galway
Tuesday 31st March 2026 – Waterford
- Have a clear understanding of the legal framework governing employee absence
- Be able to implement effective procedures for managing sporadic and long-term absence with consistency and fairness
- Be equipped to strengthen internal policies, systems, and documentation to support proactive absence management.
Mastering the Probation Process
Tuesday 20th January 2026 – Waterford
Wednesday 25th March 2026 – Limerick
- Understand the legal principles which underpin the probation process
- Be equipped with a structured approach to managing probation from start to finish
- Be prepared to navigate unexpected issues and complications that may arise during probation.
Mastering the Art of Workplace Investigations
Tuesday 27th January 2026 – Cork
Thursday 12th February 2026– Limerick
Thursday 26th March 2026– Galway
- Be equipped with the skills and knowledge to conduct investigations in line with legislation and the rules of natural justice.
- Know the best practice approach to dealing with issues in the area of conducting investigations
- Informed of latest caselaw and be aware of the latest issues that are arising in this space.
Managing Underperforming Employees
Wednesday 21st January 2026 – Galway
Tuesday 10th February 2026– Cork
- Be equipped with the skills and knowledge to manage employee underperformance in line with legislation.
- Know the best practice approach to dealing with issues in the area of employee underperformance.
- Informed of latest caselaw and be aware of the latest issues that are arising in this space.
By attending this series, participants will:
• Learn how to manage key processes with confidence and consistency
• Understand how to prepare for hearings and investigations
• Strengthen internal policies, documentation, and decision-making
• Gain insights from real case studies and current legal developments