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Develop your expertise and benchmark your skills with the National Marketing Competency Framework from Marketing Institute Ireland. Our assessment and certification pathway helps marketers and organisations strengthen capability, performance, and professional standards.

Elevating the Standards of Marketing in Ireland

A nationally recognised pathway to grow, assess, and certify your marketing expertise

Marketing Institute Ireland (MII) Professional Services provides a clear, structured pathway for the development of marketing professionals and the organisations they support.

At the centre of this approach is the National Marketing Competency Framework – designed to strengthen professional standards and support continuous development across the marketing profession in Ireland.

National Marketing Competency Framework

The framework defines the critical skills, knowledge, and abilities required for marketing professionals in Ireland, providing a benchmark for professional excellence.

For individual marketers, the framework provides clarity and direction, helping professionals identify strengths, focus development efforts, and build a pathway towards professional certification.

For organisations, it provides a consistent and evidence-based approach to developing marketing capability. Leaders can align skills development with business goals, strengthen team performance, and create meaningful Professional Development Plans (PDPs).

Developed in collaboration with MII members, this initiative reflects a shared commitment to raising professional standards and strengthening marketing practice across Ireland.

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Quick guide to MII National Marketing Professional Services

Download the brochure for a quick overview of MII National Marketing Professional Services – your pathway to marketing certification and development.

The Path to Professional Certification

The MII National Marketing Professional Services includes a structured pathway designed to support both individual and team development, this pathway includes:

National Marketing Competency Framework

The framework defines the critical skills, knowledge, and abilities required for marketing professionals in Ireland, providing a benchmark for professional excellence.

Competency Assessment

An online assessment tool that enables marketers to evaluate their proficiency across ten key marketing competencies.

Personalised Development Reports

Participants receive detailed reports highlighting strengths and areas for development. Organisations can also access team capability reports.

Educational Resources

MII members gain access to learning resources, including industry insights, webinars, networking events, and professional training opportunities.

Professional Certification

Upon successful completion of the Executive or Senior Level assessment, participants receive the MII Certificate of Marketing Professional Competency, recognising demonstrated expertise across the marketing discipline.

Interested in Learning More?

If you would like to explore how MII Professional Services can support your professional development or strengthen your team’s marketing capability, we would be delighted to speak with you. 

Complete the form below to receive our detailed brochure, which includes service offerings, pricing, and guidance on how MII can support your professional growth.

A member of our team will also get in touch to answer your questions and discuss the best options for your needs.

Why Choose MII National Marketing Professional Services?

Everything You Need to Assess, Develop, and Strengthen Marketing Capability

The MII National Marketing Professional Services empower marketers to assess their strengths, identify development needs, and build personalised growth plans. Rooted in nationally defined standards, these services support career progression, increase visibility with leadership and HR, and strengthen marketing capability across organisations.

  • Supporting individual growth and organisational capability
  • Gain a clear understanding of marketing strengths and development needs using nationally defined standards
  • Support career progression through structured assessment, learning, and professional certification
  • Build personalised development plans informed by objective insight and practical guidance
  • Strengthen team and organisational capability with aggregated reporting and shared benchmarks
  • Improve visibility of marketing capability with senior leadership and HR teams
  • Align learning and development investment to real capability gaps and business priorities
  • Contribute to raising professional standards and strengthening marketing practice across Ireland

Take the Next Step in Your
Marketing Career

Book your MII National Marketing Professional Services today – includes a Competency Assessment, a Personalised Development Report, and Certification upon successful completion.  

Ready to unlock your full marketing potential?

Carolan Lennon​

Non-Executive Director

Carolan Lennon is a non-executive director with over 25 years of senior executive leadership across the telecoms and technology sectors working with leading organisations including Salesforce, Eir, and Vodafone.

During her time as Country Leader for Salesforce Ireland, Carolan led the company’s 3,000+ strong workforce, growing its presence as an EMEA talent hub, and leading the launch of the renowned Dublin Tower. As the first female CEO of Eir, one of Ireland's largest telecommunications companies, she led the organisation through a period of rapid transformation and growth during a pivotal period. She also held a number of senior leadership roles at Vodafone Ireland, including Marketing Director and Consumer Director.

Carolan currently serves on the boards of Salesforce Ireland, Flutter Entertainment, itrust6a and previously held the position of Senior Independent Director at AIB. Beyond the boardroom, she is a proud patron of Special Olympics Ireland, and has a passion for promoting corporate sustainability and advocating for equality in the workplace.

Carolan has a BSc from University College Dublin, and an MBA from Trinity College Dublin.

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