PLC (Further Education - FET)

Advanced Certificate

Certificate in Business Studies Course Level 6

Course Code
6M4587
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
1 Year
Attendence
Full Time

Course Summary

Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) Apply directly to College

This is an intensive one-year program designed for individuals seeking to deepen their technical and strategic understanding of organizational management. The curriculum expands on foundational business knowledge by exploring critical corporate functions, providing learners with a sophisticated perspective on how modern organizations operate and scale. This course acts as a versatile stepping stone, offering a curriculum that balances academic rigor with practical application to ensure students are prepared for the complexities of the professional world. Whether the goal is to secure a management-level position or to bridge the gap toward a university degree, the program provides the analytical tools and leadership insights necessary for long-term success.

Course Details

City of Dublin FET College Dhulaigh
College Link  >  Certificate in Business Studies Course Level 6

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What will you study?

Progression to CAO Courses

Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)

This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.

To view CAO courses to which any Major Award (including this one) provides a possible Progression route, click below:

CAO with Any QQI Major Award

To view additional CAO courses which this specific course may lead to, click on one of the Award Codes below:

Old FETAC Code New QQI Code
BMANX 6M4587

To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.

The Student - Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:

Enterprising

Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.

Administrative

Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.

They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.

Further Research

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Career Progression

Accountancy | Sales and Marketing | Administration | Banking, Purchasing | Human Resource Management | Customer Care.

College Profile

City of Dublin FET College, Dhúlaigh, Northeast Campus
City of Dublin FET College, Dhúlaigh, Northeast Campus

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