Business Advanced - Marketing Specialism Business
Develop further your business and marketing skills with this advanced programme and gain networking opportunities with industry professionals and practical experience of event management. Develop your entrepreneurial spirit and take the opportunity to gain a host of skills such as Web Authoring that will ensure you are ready to enter the marketplace or progress to higher education. Students participate in practical event management experience. This is an Ideal stepping stone to working in the marketing/event management business or a gateway to a further qualification at degree level.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time. Duration: September to May
Entry Requirements
Full Level 5 award in a relevant area.
All applicants will undergo a processing stage during which further information will be gathered in relation to their application. An offer of a place on this course is contingent on the applicant meeting the entry requirements set out here and satisfactory completion of the processing stage.
A full QQI Level 5 award in Business Studies/Administration or other relevant award. It is desirable that you have L5 Spreadsheet Methods successfully completed.
Careers / Further progression
EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES
Some of our popular progression opportunities include:
MTU Cork: Business (MT550) – Year 2 entry.
MTU Kerry: Business (MT941) – Year 2 Entry.
Other excellent progression opportunities to UCC and other Higher Education colleges. Special arrangements in place with MTU Cork (CCPS), MTU Kerry and SETU (Waterford & Carlow) for preferential entry for students of Morrison’s Island locations.
Go to our progressions database for exact requirements on progressions for this course.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Sales and marketing, marketing communications, online event management, corporate affairs, self-employment, customer service and event management.
Further information
Mature applicants are also welcome. We suggest that they start with a L5 qualification unless they have recently been in education. Experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
Yes
Fees: €330 including QQI examination fees. (Medical card holders exempt from €80). See payment for details.
Maintenance Grant (SUSI)
Learners attending full-time Further Education courses may be eligible for a means-tested maintenance grant. Information regarding eligibility and application details is available at www.susi.ie
Work Placement/Experience
Students will undertake work experience one day per week in a Marketing/Event Management/PR/Advertising setting for the duration of the course, which they organise themselves.
Business Management - 6N4310
Work Experience - 6N1946
Communications - 6N1950
Entrepreneurship - 6N1941
Marketing Communications - 6N4370
Managing People - 6N3945
Sales and Marketing Management - 6N3613
Professional Presentation - 6N4006
ADDITIONAL TRAINING / WORKSHOPS
Enterprise event / Guest Speakers – An Enterprise event is held annually with talks and workshops from the LEO (Local Enterprise Office), MTU Rubicon Centre, and local entrepreneurs who share their experience with students about their journey. Throughout the year speakers from business and industry visit the college and share insights about the changing landscape of business and commerce and how best to prepare for the future of work.
Individual support available to build digital skills – Workshops and one-to-one support are offered to students around digital skill development. There is a thorough introduction to our on-line learning platform at the beginning of the academic year, and further support during the year on all aspects of Office 365 and any other packages being used.
Students will have Fridays as their allocated work experience day. They are to secure a placement prior to commencement and will be given more information on what is required on commencement.
6M4985 - Business
Certification:
QQI Advanced Certificate in Business 6M4985
QQI Component Maths 5N1833 (available as option in evening for learners requiring Maths for progression)
WORK PLACEMENT / EXPERIENCE
Students undertake a work placement of one day per week in an office environment. Work placement is a highly valued component of the student experience here at the college. An excellent opportunity for you to gain insight into the world of work. Students are encouraged to source their own Work Placement but you will be supported by the Work Placement team should you need assistance to do this.
Email: AdvancedBusiness@morrisonsislandcampus.ie
Tel: (021) 4223 853