Business Studies
This practical one-year business course is designed to provide an excellent foundation for learners wishing to progress to Business Degree Programmes at Third Level. This course will allow the learner to build skills in bookkeeping, payroll, marketing, communications and information technology. This course also provides learners with the knowledge and core business skills to enter employment directly.
| 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
This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent.
Pre-entry guidance meeting
Mature applicants welcome
Careers / Further progression
Progression to Higher Education
Excellent progression opportunities including:
· Successful completion of this Level 5 award may lead to entry into the Advanced Certificate in Business Management QQI Level 6 at GTI.
· Successful completion of this Level 5 may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the Higher Education Links Scheme.
· Progression to all Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Galway courses apart from Nursing.
The following is a selection of the most relevant courses (See CAO for more)
· University of Galway. The following are most relevant: GY201 Commerce, GY209 Commerce Global Experience, GY206 Business Information Systems, GY250 Law and Business, GY253 Law and Taxation
· ATU,Galway. AU501 Business Level 7, AU601 Business Level 8, AU600 Bachelor of Business in Accounting Level 8.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Accounts Assistant, Marketing/Sales Representative, Junior Office Administrator, Office Personnel, Receptionist, Customer Service Representative.
Further information
Student Contribution: €175
Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
PLC students qualify for Maintenance Grants See www.susi.ie for full details on eligibility and application process.
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Admissions Procedures 2024
See Admissions Notice and Admissions Policy at www.gti.ie
Closing date for first round of applications is Friday May 3rd 2024 at 2:00pm.
Pre Guidance Meetings where applicable will take place from May 20th 2024
Offers of places will issue following completion of first round pre-guidance meetings
Second Round applications open June 4th 2024.
Pre-entry guidance meetings will take place from August 30th subject to availability of places.
Application system closes on September 30th for 2024 full-time entry.
€175 Registration Fee applies to all students
This course is designed to develop
•effective and persuasive written and oral communication skills
•numeracy and the ability to research, interpret and use business and financial data and information
•self-reliance, initiative and the ability to manage time, projects and resources
How the course is taught
GTI has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.
•We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet based technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning.
•Whenever possible, we use a Learn-by-Doing approach to make the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable.
•We provide learning supports that are tailored to the needs of individual learners.
Course Content
Business Administration Skills 5N1610
Marketing Practice 5N1400
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised 5N1354
Payroll Manual & Computerised 5N1546
Spreadsheet Methods 5N1977
Word Processing 5N1358
OPTIONAL MODULES
Learners may also have the opportunity to study Maths as an extra module.
5M2102 - Business Studies
Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in Business Studies (5M2102)
PLEASE NOTE
GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
For more information:
Email laura.silke@gretb.ie
Galway Technical Institute
College of Further Education & Training
Fr. Griffin Road, Claddagh, Galway
T 091 581342 F 091 589267
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