Business Studies 5M2102
This one year business studies course is designed to provide an excellent foundation for learners wishing to progress to Business Degree Programmes at Third Level. This course will allow the learner to build skills in bookkeeping, payroll, marketing, communications and information technology. This course also provides learners with the knowledge and core business skills to enter employment directly. Students will develop effective and persuasive written and oral communication skills, and the ability to research, interpret and use business and financial data and information. This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.
Business Administration Skills 5N1610
Marketing Practice 5N1400
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised 5N1354
Payroll Manual & Computerised 5N1546
Spreadsheet Methods 5N1977
Word Processing 5N1358
QQI Level 5 Award in Business Studies (5M2102)
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent.
Pre-entry guidance meeting
Mature applicants welcome
At registration students will be requested to complete the necessary documentation in order to complete a successful garda vetting process. Garda clearance is a mandatory requirement for work placement
Student Contribution: €175
Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
Graduates of this course can apply through the CAO or the Higher Education Links Scheme to pursue higher and advanced certificate or degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities, and Universities. The number of places available may be limited. Applicants should verify specific linked awards and eligibility criteria with the respective Higher Education Institution.
Career Opportunities include: Graduates will be equipped with the necessary skills to work in small to medium enterprise as a manager. The skills acquired will be easily transferable to any business discipline.
3rd Level Progression Examples:
University of Galway
Business Information Systems
Commerce
Law and Business
Business Studies
Arts
Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Galway
Bachelor of Business
Business Information Systems
Marketing and Sales
For more information on third level progression links, visit:
- CAO - Course Search
- Careers Portal - QQI Graduate Course Finder
Instructional video on using Careers Portal to find a course
If you require further information on progression pathways from this course email: progression.gti@gretb.ie
Full-time registered students of GTI may access a range of adult education courses at a reduced fee.
Students may be awarded the opportunity to participate in a 2 or 3 week fully funded European work placement as part of this course.
Victor Igonin
Studying QQI Level 5 Business Studies at GTI was one of the best decisions I have made. The course gave me a good insight into the different aspects related to business. What I really liked about the course was that it is taught using a hands on approach, and it put the theory learned into practice. It also provided me with knowledge of software such as Excel, Sage50 (Accounts) and Sage (Payroll). This Level 5 course enabled me to gain employment, and access further study at 3rd level education. I have been accepted into the Commerce with Global Experience course in NUI Galway.
During the year I was also successful in gaining an invaluable three-week work placement abroad, as part of GTI’s Erasmus+ project. I got to work in the finance department in South Devon College, England. Overall the course at GTI was remarkable for my personal and academic growth. I would strongly recommend this course to anyone, as it has the ability to set you up with a solid foundation, and prepare you for further education.
GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
Email laura.silke@gretb.ie
