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Higher Certificate in Business
Programme Overview
For this part-time course you can either Apply Online or download our application form.
The programme will give you a fully rounded knowledge of the key theories and concepts relevant to business. You will cover the latest thinking in the core areas of business; from human resource management to marketing, from communications to business strategy, and from accounting to law. You will learn how to apply these concepts in day-to-day business life. The range of knowledge and skills acquired will enhance your career in business, enterprise or related fields. The course will be assessed with an interesting and involving range of continuous assessment assignments, projects and end of semester examinations.
A review of this programme which is required under our stage. quality assurance procedures is due to complete in June 2010. This may result in some changes to the programme.
Who is the Programme for?
The programme is aimed at those from all sectors who wish to increase their knowledge of business and enhance their career prospects. The Higher Certificate also serves as a platform for further study.
Student Profile
John Paul Geraghty - “I really enjoyed studying this course for two years, particularly the employment skills modules. It gives a great grounding as you can see how all the areas of business sit together.”
Duration
2 years.
Schedule
Tuesday & Thursday 18.00 - 22.00 & Saturday 10.00 - 14.00
Second Year Students for 2010/11 ONLY: Tuesday, Thursday 18.30 - 21.30 and Saturday 10.00 - 13.00.
Entry Requirements
This programme is designed to appeal to those at work or seeking to re-enter the workforce. Applicants will be considered based on relevant work and other experience.
Award
The Higher Certificate in Business is awarded by HETAC at level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications. Graduates who successfully pass the programme will be eligible for entry into the second stage of level 8 programmes such as the BA in Business, BA in Accounting or the BA in Finance. Due to the specialised nature of subjects covered students wishing to progress to the level 7 BA in HRM can progress to the second stage.
Programme Fee
Course Fee Listing. Fees include tuition, registration assessment and capitation fees (Fees revised annually).
You can spread the cost of fees with our direct debit plan.
Venue
IFSC Campus, Mayor St, IFSC, Dublin 1.
Programme Modules
| Year 1 | |
|---|---|
| Accounting 1 | Accounting 2 |
| Business Communications | Introduction to E-Business |
| Management | Marketing |
| Organisational Behaviour | Quantitative Analysis 1 |
| Year 2 | |
|---|---|
| Business Information Systems | Business Law 2 |
| e-Business Strategy | Economics 1 |
| Economics 2 | European Studies |
| Human Resource Management | Management 2 |
| Marketing | Project Management |
| Qualitative & Quantitative Methods 1 | Qualitative & Quantitative Methods 2 |
Start Date
Tuesday 21st September 2010
Programme Location
IFSC Campus
