Course Overview

This FETAC Level 5 course has been designed to provide the student with an appreciation and understanding of the concepts, issues and insights in business. This programme provides students with the relevant knowledge and skills to enable them to make a significant contribution within modern business, commercial or administrative environments.

This course aims to equip students to meet the needs of a growing economy for personnel with business administration and information technology skills. Students are introduced to the diverse aspects that comprise a business enterprise or other organisation. They will also gain an understanding of the concepts and processes of management.

What are my career prospects

Graduates may find employment in a variety of business positions where knowledge of either business or administration is either a requirement or a definite asset. The blend of business skills and work experience gained by students on this course makes them attractive candidates for a range of employment opportunities. Work experience is undertaken as part of this course.

Academic Progression

The FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Business Studies provides a pathway for students to further professional qualifications and higher education qualifications including a Higher Certificate in Business or Bachelor of Business. Graduates of this course who obtain five or more distinctions (including Communications) are also eligible to apply to the National University of Ireland, Galway (NUI, Galway) for entry onto their Arts Degree Programme.

How accredits this course?

This course has been designed in consultation with FETAC, the Further Education and Training Awards Council, to provide a pathway for students to further professional qualifications such as the HETAC Higher Certificate in Business and Bachelor Degree courses.

Am I eligable for the course?

• National Vocational Certificate Level.
• Leaving Certificate.
• Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent qualifications.
• Mature Applicants (23 Years) with relevant life and work experience.

How long is the course?

1 Year (Full-Time).

View the Lecturer Profile: View the Lecturer Profile for the FETAC L5 Certificate in Business Course

John Murtagh - Business & Management Lecturer John has over 25 years senior management experience with a number of large multi-national companies in the Information Technology sector. During this period he was responsible for Customer Service Delivery, Business Operations and Supply Chain Management for Ireland, Europe, Middle East and Africa. John was awarded an International Executive MBA by the Smurfit Business School (UCD). He holds numerous other educational qualifications, including Diplomas in Logistics Management awarded by the Dutch Federation of Industry (DEBAK) and TEFL
Rosemary Deneher – Business & Management Lecturer Rosemary combines a strong academic background with extensive experience in the business sector, including a number of year’s managerial experience. Rosemary holds a BA in Business and HRM from the NCI and a Masters Degree (MSc) in Education and Training Management from DCU. Rosemary is experienced in developing and delivering high quality programmes and brings a wealth of practical experience to her teaching practice. She lectures in Business, Business Management and People Management
Mark Dean – IS/IT Lecturer Mark is an IT professional with over 17 years industry experience. Over this period he has accumulated knowledge and skills from numerous sectors ranging from education through to manufacturing and banking. He has been involved in many IT roles including software developer, team leader, systems analyst, and corporate IT trainer. Mark holds a Bachelor of Science from Trinity College and has lectured on both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes as well as professional programmes such as IATI and ACCA.
Helen McGlew – Business Lecturer After qualifying with a BA in Applied Languages, Helen gained an MA in European Studies and an MBA, before becoming qualified in teaching IT. Prior to teaching Helen spent a number of years working as a senior project manager in an IT company. She has been lecturing for six years in a variety of business and IT subjects and has also worked as a Director of Studies and academic registrar
Lisa Donaldson – Business, Marketing & IT Lecturer Lisa is an experienced lecturer who has been teaching for over 14 years. During this time, Lisa has taught in both the academic and corporate sectors. She has previously lectured Business and IT subjects at Griffith College and led the Training Teams in Esat BT and Software Paths. Lisa has also founded & managed 2 small businesses and brings extensive real life work experience to her teaching role. She has undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications in Business and IT from Northeastern University, Trinity College Dublin and Dublin City University. She lectures in Systems Analysis & Design, Business Applications and Marketing.
Olivia Edge – Business & Finance Lecturer Olivia has over 12 years account management experience in leading multi-national companies in the digital electronics and software industries. Over this time she has amassed experience in strategic business development and deployment, sales operations, price negotiations, customer relationship management and marketing management. She holds a Bachelor in Business Studies and a Masters by Research in Business Studies. She lectures a variety of business subjects including International Marketing, Strategic Management, Project Management and Organisational Behaviour.
Adrienne Gallagher – Business & Finance Lecturer Adrienne is a qualifiedaccountant with 15 years experience in the Financial Services sector both in Ireland and in a Pan European context. Having worked for companies such as Bank of Ireland, Standard Life and Royal Bank of Scotland, she gained extensive experience in finance, IT Management and HR. She lectures in Financial Accounting, Business Maths and Quantitative Methods
Paula Daly Hayes – Business & Finance Lecturer Paula is a qualified accountant and a graduate of DCU where she was awarded a Bachelor of Business. She has worked at a senior level in different sectors, ranging from retail to manufacturing based in Ireland, the UK and Germany. Paula has experience in the public sector having acted as a financial adviser in relation to EU funding. She is now using the practical experiences gained in industry to deliver accountancy modules on the Management Accounting module on IATI.

What is the course fee?

The course fees are €2,500 per year.

IBAT College rewards students who register early for their course with significant savings available on the course fee. For further information on these savings and payment options, click on the following link:

How can I make savings on the course fee?

IBAT College rewards students who register early for their course with significant savings available on the course fee. For further information on these savings and payment options, click on the following link:

What do I get for my fee?

• Full set of bound notes (view sample notes)
• Access to your online student portal (view student portal site)
• Flexible Timetable (view timetable)
• Content Expert Lecturer (view lecturer profiles)
• Excellent college facilities (view college photos)

I would like to apply what should I do?

To apply please complete our online enquiry form which will give us the key details to start your application and a member of our admissions team will contact you with further details. Alternative please feel free to contact Gráinne our admissions specialist for business and management courses on 01 870 3893 or by email on ghurley@ibat.ie.

Learner protection for this programme is provided in accordance with section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999.

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