Financial & Economic Environment - Micro-Credential - Mayo
This is a single-module programme covering elements of accounting and economics. The aim of this module is to provide students with an overview of the financial and economic context within which organisations operate.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 7 NFQ) | Minor | Atlantic Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
1 semester part-time, blended.
Study Hours
Students are encouraged to engage in study time outside the time-tabled delivery of the course.
On-Campus Attendance
The course is delivered in ‘block delivery’ mode over approximately two-days per month (Thursdays and Fridays) at the ATU Mayo Campus and online.
Entry Requirements
The minimum Leaving Certificate entry requirement is Grade O6/H7 or better in five Leaving Certificate subjects including Mathematics and English or Irish with a minimum of 160 points. A pass in any QQI FET Major award at Level 5 or 6 will meet the minimum entry requirement for this programme. International students holding cognate qualifications at the appropriate level will be considered for entry.
Mature applicants are welcome and encouraged to apply. For further details on entry requirements for mature applicants, please see the course webpage.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can be used as a means to gain entry to the programme or gain exemptions.
Further information
Total Fees €500
It will afford students the opportunity to appreciate the central role of the financial function in an organisation. It will also offer students an insight into the importance to the organisation of the economic environment.
Who should apply?
Suitable for applicants who wish to gain an insight in relation to how finance and economics operates within an organisation.
Modules
Financial and Economic Environment
Examination & Assessment
100% continuous assessment.
Course Coordinator: Declan Hoban: Declan.Hoban@atu.ie
Student Advisor:learn.galwaymayo@atu.ie