Business & Management
Is this course for you?
Would you like the challenge of a career in management? Do you enjoy working with people in a dynamic environment? Are you confident, have a positive attitude and good communication skills? Can you see yourself running your own business? With a thriving economy, there are many opportunities in management roles for those with the right skill set. This course is designed to build strong business management skills which are critical in either starting or running a business.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| 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 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 or 2 years full-time. 5 days per week.
Entry Requirements
• You must have achieved 5 passes or 5 O6/ H7s or a combination of 5 O6/H7s or have achieved the LCA with a Merit profile, or have achieved a full relevant QQI Level 4 Award.
• Mature applicants (aged 21 and over) and other applicants without the formal entry requirements will be assessed individually for suitability.
Direct applications to Year 2 are welcome from holders of a QQI Level 5 in Business or equivalent.
Careers / Further progression
Progression To Further Studies
If you want to get a degree, then you can apply through the CAO system for entry into courses in the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme such as:
BSc in Business and Management or BSc in Human Resource Management
Technological University Dublin [City] - www.tudublin.ie
Bachelor of Business in Management
Technological University Dublin [Tallaght] - www.tudublin.ie
Bachelor in Business Studies – Business and Management
Maynooth University – www.nuimaynooth.ie
After Year 2, you can apply for Advanced Entry to 2nd year of the following courses:
Bachelor of Business (Hons) – Business Management or Entrepreneurship
IADT, Dún Laoghaire – www.iadt.ie
BA (Hons) in Business or BA (Hons) in Human Resource Management
National College of Ireland – www.ncirl.ie
Check out more progression options by downloading the BFEI Progression Pathways Chart at www.bfei.ie/faqs (under progression)
Job Opportunities
As a graduate of this course, you can pursue careers in a range of areas including:
• General Management
• Human Resource Management
• Marketing/Sales Executive
• Events/Project Management
Further information
Classes will commence in mid-September 2024.
Course Registration takes place in late August.
You will be invited to the College to attend an induction session prior to class commencement.
Non-EU Citizens
If you are a non-EU National, then you should be in compliance with Irish Visa requirements in advance of applying to BFEI.
Application is free! Once you have been offered a place on your chosen course, you will have to pay an acceptance fee of €50 to confirm that you are accepting the place. It is advisable to apply early as many courses fill up quickly. Other costs (books, kits, optional training etc) vary depending on the course you choose. Specific details regarding costs will be confirmed prior to course commencement
At BFEI, we make every effort to keep charges to a minimum. Information on financial support and eligibility for funding is available from www.studentfinance.ie.
Funding
PLC Maintenance Grant Scheme
The Department of Education and Skills (DES) provides a means-tested maintenance grant scheme for those attending full-time further education courses. Applications are made on-line to SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) at www.susi.ie.
BTEA (Back to Education Allowance)
If you are in receipt of certain social welfare payments, ten under the BTEA you may be able to keep your payments while doing a full-time course at BFEI.
See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details or ask at the local Department of Social Protection Office.
VTOS (Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme)
If you are unemployed and over 21, then under VTOS, you will be able to do a full-time course at BFEI and retain your social welfare entitlements. VTOS applies to all courses on offer in the Institute, however, early application is advisable as there are a limited number of places which are allocated on a first-come basis. See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details on eligibility or ask at the local Department of Social Protection Office. VTOS Application Forms are available from the Institute - see www.bfei.ie
Other Funding Sources
Local Partnerships including Southside, Bray, Northside, and Wicklow Working Together may be able to help you out with some funding if you are experiencing financial difficulties. Ask at your Local Partnership Office.
For September 2024 Intake BFEI is open for applications from Wednesday January 10th 2024. All applications must be made via our website (www.bfei.ie). - View Application Weblink above.
Application is free! Once you have been offered a place on your chosen course, you will have to pay an acceptance fee of €50 to confirm that you are accepting the place. (non-refundable)
With a thriving economy, there are many opportunities in management roles for those with the right skill set. This course is designed to build strong business management skills which are critical in either starting or running a business. This course also offers progression links to third level Business and Management Degree programmes.
What will I study?
Year 1: Certificate in Business Studies
• Accounting
• Mathematics
• Applied Economics
• Business Law
• Entrepreneurial Skills
• Marketing Practice
• Spreadsheet Methods
• Work Experience
Year 2: Advanced Certificate in Management
• Strategic Management
• Business Management
• Finance
• Leadership
• Marketing Communications
• Human Resources Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Work Experience
Will I do anything additional on the course?
Career advice and help with CV preparation is provided by the Guidance and Career Service.
Assessment is based on a combination of assignments and exams.
5M2102 - Business Studies.
6M4587 - Management.
What qualifications will I get when I finish the course?
• After Year 1, you will be awarded a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Business Studies (5M2102).
• After Year 2, you will be awarded a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Management (6M4587).
Blackrock Further Education Institute BFEI
Main Street
Blackrock
Co Dublin
Tel: 01 288 9717
email: office@bfei.ie
Web: www.bfei.ie