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Business Administration

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5M2468 BAXX

This 1 year, full-time course covers a wide range of business, accounts, legal, marketing, numeric and Information Technology skills, resulting in a valuable qualification in Business Studies/ Administration. Course participants take a broad range of Business Administration modules, combined with Information Technology and Accounts.

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
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Location:
Limerick City
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
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Duration

1 year full-time.

Entry Requirements

Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.

Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.

Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.

Careers / Further progression

Employment Opportunities / Progression
• Business Administration
• Accounts
• Newspapers, journals, magazines
• Marketing
• E-business

• Application to the Bachelor of Business Studies Degree (LM050) at the University of Limerick may be possible subject to UL’s entry requirements. See the CAO website www.cao.ie

• Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies. Please check with individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.cao.ie

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

Fees: There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals.

Non-EU Nationals who do not meet the exemption requirements are liable for a full tuition fee of €3,653 as per instruction of the DFHERIS. The LCFE College Registration Fee, materials Fee and Exam Fees are also payable. The tuition fee is non-refundable.

** Some programmes charge additional materials fees where the cost of the materials used for that course are relatively high.

*Some programmes may have additional examination fees if they are being accredited by bodies other than QQI (eg City and Guilds, CIBTAC, IPU etc). The QQI Exam Fee for Level 5 programmes is €50 and €80 for a Level 6.

Exemptions
The QQI Exam fee may be exempted when relevant documentation is presented at registration.

Means-tested Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. These grants are administered by Learner Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie. All applications must be made on-line. The College has a Grants Officer, who will advise applicants, as necessary.

Typical Modules
• Business Administration
• Bookkeeping - Manual & Computerised
• Payroll - Manual & Computerised
• Communications
• Word Processing
• Spreadsheet Methods
• Human Resource Management
• Financial Services
• Work Experience
• Customer Service

5M2468 - Business Administration

Award: QQI Level 5 Business Administration 5M2468.

The Business Department has adapted its programmes to respond to the challenges faced by the Irish economy over the past number of years. The suite of business programmes provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of fields such as administration, accounting, marketing, management and enterprise.

Mulgrave Street, Limerick
T +353 (0) 61 414344
EMAIL apply@lcfe.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Limerick City
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider