International Trade
Gain the knowledge, skills, and competence to work independently or under supervision in an international trade-oriented environment, or progress to higher education and training. Our International Trade programme provides work placement or work experience to enhance employability and transferable skills. Entrepreneurial and business planning skills and modules are also available to explore self-employment as a career option.
| 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
- Leaving Cert or its equivalent is advised.
- Mature students are welcome to apply. Work/life experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
After completing the programme, graduates can pursue a variety of related business and administrative sector roles within the international trade sector. Roles may include working in administrative, logistical, or informatics positions in a wide range of organizations.
Progression
Our certificate can be used to progress to higher level studies in Higher Education Institutions. Graduates may pursue a diploma or degree in many universities or IT colleges around the country. Find a large range of certificates and degree courses available on the newly expanded QQI links program. Progress to the following degree courses:
Progression to the following Degree courses:
DCU – DC111 – Business Studies
NUIM – MH401 – International Finance & Economics
NUIM – MH404 – International Business
TCD – TR081 – Business, Economic and Social Studies (BESS)
TUD – TU903 – Business & Management
TUD – TU905 – Economics and Finance
TUD – TU906 – Human Resource Management
TUD – TU922 – Marketing
Graduates can also alternatively avail of Progression to Level 6 QQI awards.
Further information
Applications for September 2024 Now Open.
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 in approved full-time third-level education in Ireland and also, in some cases, funding for students studying outside of Ireland. Support is available to all types of students, from school leavers to mature students returning to education. www.susi.ie
1. Choose Your Course
To help choose your course:
- Visit our Programme Advisory Video on our website
- Read this prospectus or visit our website
- Visit the College (Advisory Meetings, Open Days, College Awareness Week)
- Talk to our Guidance Counsellor or Course Coordinator
2. Make Your Application:
When you have decided on your course(s) you should:
- Complete our online application form. You must have a valid email address, mobile number, and your PPSN number to apply online.
- All applications are acknowledged through our online Enrol system. The status of your application can be tracked 24/7 by logging into your Enrol account, which is created for you when you first apply.
3. Advisory Meeting
- Soon after making your online application you will receive an email and text from the College inviting you to view our online Information Session, or attend one of our regular Open Advisory Meetings where any questions can be answered in person.
- Admission to courses are advisory in nature, though some entry criteria apply to all our courses. Leaving Cert/Leaving Cert Applied or its equivalent is normally a requirement, though the College can look at individual cases where criteria may not be met. The advisory meeting also ensures that mature students (over 23) are matched to the right course.
- Following this session/advisory meeting, you will receive an email with details on how to accept your place on the course.
4. Accept Your Place
When you decide to accept your place:
- A non-refundable deposit of €50 can be made by credit or debit card through the Website. The College is a cashless centre and will not normally accept cash or cheques. If you have any issues making your payment please contact the college.
5. Registration and Induction
- Induction and orientation sessions take place at the commencement of courses in September.
- The College will notify applicants of induction and commencement dates, details of fees and the academic calendar.
Gain the knowledge, skills, and competence to work independently or under supervision in an international trade-oriented environment, or progress to higher education and training. Our International Trade programme provides work placement or work experience to enhance employability and transferable skills. Entrepreneurial and business planning skills and modules are also available to explore self-employment as a career option. This programme is designed to enable learners to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work in an international trade-oriented environment. Develop transferable skills and explore self-employment as a career option.
Core Modules:
Work Experience
Communications
Elective Modules:
Marketing Practice
Business Administration
Supply Chain Operations
International Trade Practice
Digital Marketing
Math
Modules offered may be subject to change due to resource demands.
Work Experience
Two weeks’ work experience is incorporated into this course.
5M2111 - International Trade
Certification: QQI Level 5 – International Trade - Code 5M2111.
Dundrum College of Further Education,
Dundrum Main Street,
Dundrum,
Dublin 14,
D14 HD83
Email: info@dcfe.ie
Tel: +353 1 298 5412