Pre-University Marketing & Business
Marketing businesses online in Ireland has seen remarkable growth since Covid 19 as more customers are shopping online. You will learn the latest social media, design, marketing and AI skills on this course as more businesses shift to online payments and digital advertising for products and services.
| 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
All our Level 5 PLC courses are open to school leavers (Leaving Cert/ Leaving Cert Applied Students/A Levels/GCSE or equivalent), QQI Level 4 graduates and mature applicants. A QQI Level 5 award is a prerequisite to access a Level 6 programme.
Careers / Further progression
PROGRESSION TO DEGREES
Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including:
TCD Global Business/ Business, Economic and Social Studies (BESS) Level 8
ATU Galway/Mayo Marketing and Sales/ Event Management with Public Relations Level 8
GCD Business (Marketing) Level 8
University of Galway Business Information Systems Level 8
DCU/ DKIT/ UL Business Studies Marketing Level 8
DKIT BA (Hons) Digital Marketing and Strategic Communications -(Year 3 Advanced Entry)
TU Dublin Business (Marketing Management)/ Digital Marketing
/ Advertising & Public Relations /E-commerce in Retail Level 8
Maynooth University BBS (Hons) Marketing / Business / Entrepreneurship Level 8
UCD Business & Law Level 8
CW/ CIT/ DBS / WIT/ LIT / LYIT Marketing Level 8
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Business Management
Social Media Management for Business
eBusiness
Digital Marketing Executive
Public Relations
Sales & Advertising
Independent Marketing Consultancy
Market Research
Entrepreneurship
Marketing Agencies
AI Marketing Strategist
Further information
PLC Courses begin in September 2024.
International Students
Ó Fiaich Institute welcomes applications from eligible international students. Help and advice is available for international students at every step of the application process and continues after enrolment onto your chosen programme.
NEW LOW COURSE FEES FOR 2024
All courses now have a low course registration fee of €30. Make sure to confirm your place on a course by paying your registration fee.
PLC Maintenance Grant (SUSI)
SUSI grants are available to eligible students attending full-time approved courses at OFI.
Please visit www.susi.ie for eligibility criteria.
Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
BTEA allows qualifying persons getting certain social welfare payments to get a back to education payment while participating in approved full-time courses in further education.
SOLAS Fund for Students with Disabilities
Funding is available to support students with disabilities, learning difficulties, medical conditions and special needs attending further education courses. This fund is administered by SOLAS and is disbursed on the basis of applications made by OFI on behalf of qualifying students.
REACH Fund
The aim of the Reach fund (formerly MAEDF) is to provide funding to support educationally disadvantaged learners in accessing and participating in community education. It aims to increase the participation of disadvantaged learners, particularly those who are undertaking literacy and skills programmes.
The fund has a strong focus on building the digital infrastructure of community education providers, including providing devices and software, and increasing their capacity to deliver learning. This fund is allocated by SOLAS and administered by LMETB.
Laptop Loan Scheme
All students can apply for the laptop loan scheme. This provides students with the use of a high specification device for the duration of the academic year for a very low refundable deposit. This scheme ensures students have access to a digital device and the opportunity for success.
Sports Scholarships
How to Apply
Students who wish to be considered for a Sports Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year must complete an online Application Form in October 2024. Application forms will be available on our ofi.ie website.
For any further information please contact Martin Corey on the email below.
mcorey.ofi@lmetb.ie
Interviews are held in March/ May/August with places offered on a first come basis
Apply online - Application weblink below
Ensure you apply as soon as possible. Online application process opens on 1st January.
Interview - Shortlisting process
Interviews are held in March/May/August with places offered on a first come basis. Places are offered based on interview performance and suitability for the course.
College Place - Secure your place
You will be notified of your offer by email and post.
Confirm your place by paying your registration fee of €30.
Land a career as a sought-after Digital Marketing Executive, shaping the online and social media presence of diverse businesses, agencies and charities. Digital Marketing graduates can begin on a salary of €35,000, while seasoned Marketing professionals can earn up to €90,000.
▪ Advertising
▪ Marketing Practice
▪ Public Relations
▪ Digital Marketing
▪ Accountancy Manual & Computerised
▪ Behavioural Studies
▪ Work Experience
▪ Applied Economics
▪ Communications
▪ Maths (elective)
5M2069 - Marketing
Certification: QQI Level 5 Major Award in Marketing - 5M2069.
Ó Fiaich Institute of FE
Dublin Road,
Dundalk,
Co. Louth,
A91 WK75
Tel: 042 933 1398
Email: info@ofi.ie
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