Business Studies
Programme Aim
The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision in a range of business sectors and contexts and or to
progress to further and or higher education and training.
Target Award
QQI Business Studies – 5M2102
Start Date: 26-08-2025 Hours/week: 19 Hrs 00 Mins
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 |
| Bookkeeping Manual And Computerised | Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised (5N1354) | QQI |
| Business Administration | Business Administration Skills (5N1610) | QQI |
| Marketing Practice | Marketing Practice (5N1400) | QQI |
| Payroll Manual And Computerised | Payroll Manual & Computerised (5N1546) | QQI |
| Spreadsheet Methods | Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977) | QQI |
| Text Production | Text Production (5N1422) | QQI |
| Word Processing | Word Processing (5N1358) | QQI |
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to
work independently and under supervision in a range of business sectors and contexts and or to
progress to further and or higher education and training.
Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Major Level 5 Award in Business Studies will enable applicants to work independently and / or under supervision in a range of business sectors and contexts. Applicants will be expected to exercise initiative and independent thinking inthe performance of individual and group tasks.