Business Studies
The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision in a range of business sectors and contexts and or to progress to further and or higher education and training.
| 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
33 Weeks
Entry Requirements
Learners must have successfully completed the Leaving Certificate/LCAP/LCVP Examination or QQI Level 4. An aptitude and interest in business, administration and ICT is desirable. Special consideration will be given to mature students (over 23) or others who may not have obtained a Leaving Certificate. Entry procedure is by application and possible interview.
Applicants whose first language is not English, require a minimum English language and literacy competency of B2 in reading, writing, listening and speaking on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) and may be required to complete an English language test.
Careers / Further progression
Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Major Level 5 Award in Business Studies will enable applicants to work independently and / or under supervision in a range of business sectors and contexts. Applicants will be expected to exercise initiative and independent thinking inthe performance of individual and group tasks.
Graduates of this course are eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities.
Further information
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Registration Fee €100 for all learners.
QQI Exam fee €50
Materials fee €50
All fees are non refundable. Fee exemptions for QQI Exam Fee only with valid medical card.
PLC Maintenance Grant
All applications for grants must be made online to SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland). Applications for the upcoming academic year will open when the 2021 Grants Scheme is announced by the Department of Education and Skills.
Applicants who wish to apply for a PLC Maintenance Grant should first check their eligibility at www.susi.ie
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
The learning outcomes associated with this award are outlined in the associated Component Specifications.
FURTHER DETAILS
Erasmus + Work placement in Spain.
Selected students will have the opportunity to apply for three-week work experience project in a European city where they can experience another culture; learn the basics of another language & enhance professional & personal knowledge and training. This programme includes the cost of travel and accommodation of participants.
Learners can all achieve a Europass Certificate Supplement with this award.
Learners may also have the opportunity to study Maths (5N1833) as an extra module.
Course Content:
Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Communications (5N0690) QQI
Business Administration Skills (5N1610) QQI
Information & Communication Systems (5N1952) QQI
Marketing Practice (5N1400) QQI
Text Production (5N1422) QQI
Financial Services (5N1383) QQI
Programming & Design Principles (5N2927) QQI
Erasmus + Work placement in Spain.
Selected students will have the opportunity to apply for three-week work experience project in a European city where they can experience another culture; learn the basics of another language & enhance professional & personal knowledge and training. This programme includes the cost of travel and accommodation of participants.
5M2102 - Business Studies
Contact
Michelle O'Reilly
0749121047
michelleoreilly@donegaletb.ie