Business - Pre- University Commerce
This course combines a wide range of Business modules including Digital Marketing, Business Law, Applied Economics and Bookkeeping.
| 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 Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied Programme, QQI Level 4 full major award or equivalent.
Work/life experience may be acceptable for mature students.
Students should be 16 years old or over at the start of the course.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject area and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or higher).
Careers / Further progression
Career Options
Employment within the Business sector including Finance, Administration and Marketing.
This course has a wide range of Third Level progression opportunities including:
TU Dublin- Tallaght accept this award for ALL of its business related degrees including Business TU932, Digital Marketing TU782 and Accounting and Finance TU933.
TU Dublin- Aungier Street Campus accept this award for a large number of related degrees including Business and Law TU904, Economics and Finance TU905, Human Resource Management TU906 and Business and Management TU903.
UCD accept this course for Commerce DN650 and Business and Law DN610.
NCI: Students may be eligible for advanced entry to year two of the Level 8 Honours programme in Business NC009. Other course options include Marketing Practice NC020 and Accounting and Finance NC022.
DCU: Many degrees including Business Studies DC111 and Accounting and Finance DC115.
TCD: Business Studies/Law TR580 and Business, Economic and Social Studies TR081.
Maynooth University: Many degrees including Finance MH401 and Business MH404.
There are many more opportunities for college progression. Please contact admin@greenhillscollege.ie with any queries.
Further information
Commences in Late Aug/Early September
In response to the cost-of-living crisis, DDLETB have implemented a significant reduction in fees for all domestic (EU, EEA, Stamp 4) students undertaking a PLC course in the 2024-2025 academic year.
The only fee payable for full-time and part-time courses in this academic year is: Non-refundable Deposit €50
All other charges including course-specific fees have been waived for the 2024/2025 academic year.
Non-EEA students: Non-EEA nationals should contact the college for details of entry requirements and fees.
* Fees are subject to change. Check with the College for the latest details on fees.
Funding Schemes
There are several funding schemes available for eligible students, including:-
VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme)
BTEI (Back to Education Initiative)
SUSI Grant
Applications are open for 2024/2025 academic year. Application for all courses is online on the www. greenhillscollege.ie website (Application weblink above). Where courses are full, learners may be placed on a waiting list and allocated places as they become available.
The course meets the increasing demand from employers for employees who are proficient in a variety of business skills. Learners complete work placements in the business area and gain valuable experience in the sector. The course is suited for those who wish to study at Third Level or find employment in the Business area.
Modules:
Applied Economics 5N1350
Business Law 5N2091
Business Administration Skills 5N1610
Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised 5N1354
Communications 5N0690
Digital Marketing 5N1364
Mathematics 5N1833
Work Experience 5N1356
5M2102 - Business Studies
Certification
NFQ Level 5 award made by QQI 5M2102 Business Studies.
Tel: (01) 450 7779
Email:admin@greenhillscollege.ie
www.greenhillscollege.ie