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1 Louis Harkin, Assistant Commissioner
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An Garda Síochána 

   
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Contact Details:
 Contact Name
  Sergeant In Charge 
 Address
  Appointments & Admissions Office 
  Human Resource Management 
  Garda Headquarters 
  Phoenix Park, Dublin 8 
Email 
  appointments@garda.ie
www 
  www.garda.ie
Ph 
+353 1 6662362 



 
Louis Harkin, Education Profile 

What subjects did you take in school and how have these influenced your career path?
My third level qualifications, specifically my BA in Law and the MBS in HR strategies have provided knowledge of the strategic perspective which is extremely relevant in my current role. 


What is your education to date?
  • Leaving Certificate
  • Diploma in Legal Studies
  • Advanced Management Diploma in Leadership
  • BA in Public Administration
  • MBS Human Resource Strategies
  • Barrister at Law
 


What aspects of your education have proven most important for your job?
The MBS in Human Resource Strategies has provided me with a strategic perspective on HR and is very relevant to my current role. The Advanced Management Diploma in Leadership is a programme designed for senior management in policing and has proved invaluable in developing a range of skills including negotiation and leadership. 


Have you undertaken, or do you plan to undertake any further training as part of your job?
I regularly attend conferences and workshops to ensure I keep up to date with current best practice in the areas for which I hold responsibility. 

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