Business with Logistics & Distribution
This Business with Logistics & Distribution is perfect for the business student who would like more options in the future. Unlike many other Business Studies courses, this course concentrates on the Supply Chain within the company, which is where the money is made for the business to thrive. The Supply Chain is an exciting and expanding area of every business.
| 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
Any student over 16 years seeking entry to this programme does not need a previous formal qualification. Should the student have previous qualifications, one of the following may be advantageous for admission to the programme:
Leaving Certificate/LCA
QQI Level 4 Award
Leaving Cert. / LCA
Mature applicants welcome
If English is not your first language you may be asked to complete an English assessment
Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered. (RPL Recognition of Prior Learning)
Careers / Further progression
CAREER/PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES
Students will learn about Logistics, which is arranging for the right product to be delivered to the right customer on the right day and time, in the right condition and of course for the right price! Logistics is used in the majority of businesses in Ireland and throughout the world and is a beneficial and transferrable skill for successful students to have when working within and outside Ireland.
Education in this area will increase the options for the student who may not want to progress to University at present and would like to gain employment or perhaps complete a Logistics Associate Apprenticeship.Students may progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEI’s) through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme. This Award offers the opportunity to progress to Business courses in UCD, DCU, Maynooth University, TU Dublin (Level 8 degree course in Logistics & Supply Chain Management) NCI etc.
Type in Award code 5M2102 to the webpage in Career's Portal website to see progression routes https://careersportal.ie/courses/cao_fetac_links.php
Please NOTE that the Statistics module above must be achieved at Distinction level for certain Level 8 degrees in lieu of Leaving Certificate Maths.
Past students are with DHL, DB Schenker & DX Ireland and attending Third level. The new Business type Apprenticeships (Logistics, Accounting Technician, Finance, Insurance, etc.) are also accepting Business Award QQI level 5 as an entry requirement equivalent to the Leaving Certificate
The Logistics & distribution industry is experiencing skills shortages across all sectors. This course together with the Customs Procedures Training, will ensure excellent job opportunities in the Logistics and Supply Chain industry.
Further information
Courses begin in September 2024
Mature students are welcome to apply. Formal academic qualifications not required.
All fees are now €50
Student Grants
Eligible students can apply for a SUSI Grant to assist with course costs. Please contact SUSI.ie for further information.
Back to Education Allowance
Eligible students can avail of the Back to Education Allowance which enables students to retain their benefit payment while studying. Please contact your local INTREO office or welfare.ie for further information.
Apply online via link above.
HOW WILL I LEARN?
Throughout the year students will participate in a blend of classroom and on-line learning, together with off-site visits, presentations from industry leaders and independent study.
You will also receive Manual Handling Training and Practical Customs Training provided by the Irish International Freight Association (IIFA) which, Post-Brexit, is vital for employees of businesses who trade with the UK and countries outside the EU.
Marketing Practice
Business Administration Skills
Freight Forwarding
Warehousing
Inventory Control
Statistics
Spreadsheet Methods
Communications
Personal & Professional Development
Please note the components listed above may vary occasionally
A full Award is granted on passing the relevant eight components. You will be assessed throughout and at the end of the year (Continuous Assessment). On successful completion of each component, you will be awarded a Pass, a Merit or a Distinction grade.
5M2102
Certification:
QQI Level 5 Award in Business Studies 5M2102
Practical Customs Training Course with IIFA
Manual Handling
WE ARE ON THE MOVE TOGETHER FROM KILLESTER AND MARINO FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES
The new college will be called CATHAL BRUGHA FET COLLEGE
This course takes place in Cathal Brugha Campus, D.1
Cathal Brugha FET Campus
76 Marlborough Street, Dublin 1, D01 X8V0
T: 01 533 7126
E: info@kmcfe.cdetb.ie
Roisin O'Sullivan
roisin.osullivan@kmcfe.cdetb.ie