Business Studies - Pre University Business
This one-year course is an ideal entry level qualification for all aspects of the business world. There is a large demand for people with business skills in the world of work.
| 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
Entry Requirements
Leaving Cert or LCA
Mature Students of all backgrounds
Other equivalent qualification
All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications
Apply directly at www.dunboynecollege.ie
Careers / Further progression
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may pursue a degree in many universities
or technological universities around the country or, alternatively, may seek immediate employment in a range of business or marketing areas. There are now a large range of certificates, ordinary and honours degree courses available to graduates on the newly expanded QQI Links Programme.
The Pre-University Business option will allow students
to progress to third level colleges and universities like Maynooth University, TCD, UCD, NCI, Technological University of the Shannon, TUD-Blanchardstown/City Campus/ Tallaght, DCU, Dundalk Institute of Technology. Business Graduates can also apply for entry on the over 175 places in First Arts in Maynooth University reserved for QQI entrants.
EXAMPLES OF HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRESSION:
DCU: DC111 Business Studies (Level 8, 3-4 Years) , DC240 Marketing Innovation and Technology (MINT) (Level 8, 4 Years), DC110 International Business (Level 8, 4 Years), DC189 Global Challenges (Level 8, 4 Years), DC112/113/114/116 Global Business (Level 8, 4 Years)
DKIT: DK816 Business (Level 8, 4 Years)
TCD: TR081 BESS – Business, Economics and Social Studies BESS (Level 8, 4 Years)
Maynooth University: MH404 Business (Level 8, 3-4 Years), MH412 Business and Sports Science (Level 8, 4 Years), MH101 Arts (Level 8, 4 years)
UCD: DN650 Commerce (Level 8, 3-4 Years)
DCU: DC231 International Relations (Level 8, 4 Years)
TUD – City Campus: TU903 Business and Management (Level 8, 4 years)
TUD – Blanchardstown: TU902 Business (Level 8, 4 Years)
NCI: NC009 Business (Level 8, 3 years)
Further information
MATURE STUDENTS SUPPORT
The college welcomes adults over 23 who wish to return to education and who wish to retrain in new skills and technologies. Our mature learners enjoy the following supports in addition to the overall supports provided to all students:
• Mature student meet and greet before the college year begins.
• A dedicated mature student room where mature students can meet and work with fellow mature students.
• Tea and coffee making facilities are available in the Mature Student room daily.
• A mature student officer available for guidance and support.
• Academic support tailored to ensuring the smooth transition to DCFE.
• Coffee Mornings in the mature student room.
• Guest speakers from past mature learners.
• Career guidance talks tailored to mature links.
• A dedicated induction process for mature entry.
• Workshops in exam study, time management, presentation skills, IT skills, referring and research techniques, etc.
• Basic computer skills workshops.
• Organised social events for mature learners.
• We look forward to welcoming our future mature learners to Dunboyne College.
For all courses in 2024/25, course fees are now a non-refundable €30 administration fee. The course fee must be paid to secure your place, you can pay this fee through our website. More information can be found here.
You can access your application details via the Dunboyne College website (click Login/Pay Fees in the menu at the top of the page) using your ID number and password.
No cash will be accepted at the office. Payments can be made online or by cheque (payable to Dunboyne College of Further Education), by bank draft or by postal order only.
SUSI Grant
SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is Ireland’s single national awarding authority for all higher and further education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students for level 5 and level 6 courses in Dunboyne College of Further Education. For more information visit www.susi.ie
Application Procedure
1. Applications can be made online at www.dunboynecollege.ie. from November 2023 to September 2024.
2. After registering online, students will receive a text and email to notify them they have pre-registered and can log in to view and track their application.
Applications now open
Apply online www.dunboynecollege.ie
Once we receive your application we will email you requesting:
Photograph Reference Interviews
Recent academic results Personal Statement
Interview
All applicants will be interviewed. Some additional requirements may apply depending on your course choice.
When you receive an offer please confirm it by the deadline.
3. Applicants will be notifi ed by text and email of a request to upload further information for their application:
(i). Copy of most recent school report or examination results
(ii). Reference from teacher, employer or coach.
(iii). 100-word personal statement on
“Why this course is right for me,” which should outline reasons for choosing the course.
(iv) Photograph
4. Interviews will take place for all courses.
5. Successful applicants will then be able to complete the registration process.
6. Late applicants can apply online for vacant places at any time until the end of September 2024.
7. A grant can be applied for from www.susi.ie.
8. A separate process for applicants to the Early Learning and Care courses (formerly Childcare courses) applies. Other courses may have additional entry requirements including auditions etc, please refer to the entry requirements for the courses of your choice.
9. Applicants for the Apprenticeships in Hairdressing and Accounting Technician should note that there is a difference system for applying. Please refer to the information listed for these apprenticeships.
10. Applications will be processed in line with DCFE Admission Policy.
This course also gives students an opportunity to study the area of sales and marketing and progress directly to employment or third level. Marketing is a specialised area within the business world that could lead to a long and rewarding career.
These qualifications can be used to progress to certificate and degree programmes in Technological Universities or universities.
There are QQI Level 6 Certificate available in this area.
The following modules are subject to change due to availability and demand:
Marketing Practice
Communications
Accounting (Manual and Computerised)
Business Administration Skills
Work Experience
Word Processing
Applied Economics
Mathematics
Taxation
Start your Own Business
Language option
The following may be offered as options on this course
• Financial Services
• Taxation
• Start Your Own Business
Optional Year 2 Level 6 Available
Assessment
Most courses will be assessed through continuous assessment. This means that modules are assessed with a combination of exams and assignments. Assignments can take various forms, including written projects, reports, essays, skills demonstrations, oral presentations or electronic work. Results for exams and assignments are combined to give the overall result for the module.
5M2102 - Business Studies
Certification:
QQI Level 5 in Business Studies 5M2102
Major award in eBusiness also available 5M0828
Optional Year 2
QQI Level 6 Available
Dunboyne Business Park, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 FH01
Phone: (01) 8026577
Email: DunboyneCollege@LMETB.ie
www.dunboynecollege.ie