Business Administration
This 1 year course has a long established reputation for excellence. It provides students with the knowledge and skills to enter the world of business. Students are trained to a high level of competency in current office technology. On successful completion of the course, students will have many opportunities to gain employment in the Computer / Secretarial areas or progress to further study in the IT or Business / Commerce areas.
Target Award
QQI Business Administration – 5M2468
Start Date: 01-09-2025 Hours/week: 21 Hrs 30 Mins Duration: 38 weeks
NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English
Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway
Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners)
*Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Age Requirements
Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience | Work Experience (5N1356) | QQI |
| Communications Level 5 | Communications (5N0690) | QQI |
| Audio Transcription | Audio Transcription (5N1549) | QQI |
| Bookkeeping Manual And Computerised | Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised (5N1354) | QQI |
| Business Administration | Business Administration Skills (5N1610) | QQI |
| Payroll Manual And Computerised | Payroll Manual & Computerised (5N1546) | QQI |
| Spreadsheet Methods | Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977) | QQI |
| Text Production | Text Production (5N1422) | QQI |
| Legal Practice And Procedures | Legal Practice & Procedures (5N1394) | QQI |
| Word Processing | Word Processing (5N1358) | QQI |