Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This course is suitable for those who wish to use advanced business and IT skills to maximise their employability in a twenty-first century work environment or who wish to progress to higher level studies. Emphasising hands-on learning, the programme provides real-world scenarios for students to apply their knowledge. This practical approach ensures that graduates are not only knowledgeable but also skilled in applying their expertise. The course seamlessly integrates IT skills into broader business strategies.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Business Management 6N4310
Customer Service 6N0697
Work Experience 6N1946 or Personal and Professional Development 6N1949
Human Resources Management 6N3750
Spreadsheets 6N4089
Word Processing 6N4977
Accounting Level 5 5N1348
Professional Presentations 6N4006
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a possible progression route, click below:
| QQI Code |
| 6M4985 |
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
Successful graduates of the course are eligible to work in a wide variety of management/administrative positions in the following areas:
- County Council
- Health Board
- Human Resources
- Customer Service
- Finance Sector
- Medical Centres
- Solicitors/Accountants/Professional Offices
- Banking and Insurance