Business & Accounting - Pre-University
This programme is designed for students wishing to study Business and/or Accounting at University. It aims to provide a clearly structured education that is a solid foundation for progression to a number of areas including commerce, finance, accounting, economics and law.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate with five O6 grades (or five passes pre 2017) or equivalent is the standard entry requirement for Level 5 courses. Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Award are also acceptable on the majority of Level 5 courses.
Some courses have subject specific requirements and these will be noted on relevant course pages.
A QQI Level 5 award or equivalent in a relevant subject area is the standard entry requirement for Level 6 Advanced Certificate courses.
Careers / Further progression
Career Prospects
Progress to a degree where you can pursue a career in:
Accountancy
Sales and Marketing
Business Administration
Banking and Finance
Retail
Human Resources
Customer Care
IT
Degree Progression
There are many degree options available from this course, including:
College Course Area Level
DCU Business Studies 8
DCU Accounting and Finance 8
DCU Economics, Politics and Law 8
UCD/ NUIG Commerce 8
NUIG Business Information Systems 8
NUIG Commerce (Global) 8
NUIM Accounting & Finance 8
NUIM Business & Accounting 8
DkIT Business (Year 1&2 at MI) 8
DkIT Accounting & Finance 8
Further information
QQI Exam Fee € 50.00
Administration Fee € 50.00
Capitation Fee €100.00
Good News Regarding Your Course Fees
In August 2022, Monaghan Institute and CMETB announced plans to significantly reduce fees on full time courses. This means that your course fees have been reduced to a maximum of €200. If you have a Medical Card/Social Welfare Payment, the fee will be €150. This fee includes all course materials, exam fees, toolkits, and uniforms.
Full-time learners may be eligible to apply for PLC maintenance grants, which are means tested. For further details, visit www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie where applications can be made online or downloaded.
You can apply online now. Applications close in October each year and reopen for the next academic year in January.
Monaghan Institute operates a policy of selection and admission of learners that is, at all stages and in all ways, equitable, transparent and accountable and respects the rights and dignity of applicants. The process for gaining access to full time courses at Monaghan Institute consists of several sequential stages:
Application
Interview (where applicable)
Selection and notification
Registration
Induction (where applicable)
Garda Vetting (where applicable)
Monaghan Institute operates under the CMETB FET Admissions Policy, which is available on our Policies page.
PU05 - Level 5 Pre-University Business and Accounting
What will I Study?
Learners will develop understanding of the business world and business skills necessary to advance in this field. Pre-University Business & Accounting introduces learners to the key skills and computer application packages used in the modern office environment, as well as preparing learners for further study in these disciplines.
You will be introduced to the theory and practice of manual and computerised accounting and relevant concepts. Additionally, you will gain an understanding of database development and application in a business setting. Further core modules will allow learners to experience key business concepts that will support their progression to a degree programme at University.
Students will complete core Business & Accounting subjects including:
Business Administration Skills
Accounting – Manual & Computerised
Payroll – Manual & Computerised
Spreadsheet Methods
Customer Service
Word Processing
Common subjects such as Mathematics, Work Experience, Text Production and Reception & Frontline Office Skills may also be included.
You will be assessed on the basis of:
• Examinations
• Project Work
• Final Assessment of Portfolio
5M2102 - Business Studies
Qualifications Obtained
5M2102 QQI Level 5 Business Studies.
Monaghan Institute Education Campus,
Armagh Road,
Monaghan
Tel. 047-84900
E-mail: info@monaghaninstitute.ie
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