Certificate in Business QQI Level 5 (5M2102)
In the business department, we challenge ourselves and our students to pursue excellence. We believe success stems not from luck but from preparation, dedication, and attention to detail. Our guiding principle is simple: when you learn, you succeed.
The one-year course in the Certificate in Business Studies (Level 5) will offer students an opportunity to explore a wide range of business-related subjects, allowing students to develop a comprehensive foundation in the key elements of business. Its structure ensures students are well-prepared for a wide array of career paths, employment opportunities, and further education upon completion. Upon successful competition of this course, students can progress directly into our Advanced Certificate in Business Studies Level 6.
Please note that modules may change from year to year to reflect the changing business environment.
Certificate in Business QQI Level 5 (5M2102)
| College | City of Dublin FET College, Dhúlaigh, Northeast Campus |
| Course ID | 180068 |
| Course Location | Coolock, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 17 |
| Course Type | In-house Training |
| Course Qualification | Level 6 Advanced Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | Pre-University Business Studies |
| Course Duration | 2 Years |
| Course Time | 1 Year |
| Course Fee | 100 |
| Entry Requirements | Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, QQI level 4 full award. Mature students are welcome. Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered. If English is not your first language you may be asked to complete an English assessment Note: If you intend purchasing a device to complete assessments and access notes for this course, a device with Microsoft Windows Operating System is recommended, with a minimum of 128 GB. All enrolled students will be provided with a free Microsoft 365 account. |
| Career Path | Career Opportunities Accountancy, Sales and Marketing, Business Administration, Banking, Purchasing Management, Human Resource Management, Customer Care. Progression Opportunities On successful completion of QQI Level 5 award: Students can progress directly into our Advance Certificate in Business Studies Level 6 course Students are eligible to apply for first year entry to a number of business related courses in a variety of third level colleges and universities via the CAO application process. Work Placements Abroad Work Experience is a mandatory element of the Business Studies course. Students may apply to be part of the Erasmus Work Placement Abroad scheme. Past Students have travelled to Italy, Malta, Bulgaria and Hungary. Pre University Business Erasmus Testimonials |
| Course Code | Year 1 5M2102 |
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