This degree is designed for those with an interest in people and the people aspects of businesses and organisations. Managers and employees alike can benefit greatly from a better understanding and knowledge of people at work. In addition to providing students with a firm grounding in business, this course provides the knowledge and skills that they need to compete successfully as a human resource specialist in today’s complex and changing world of business.

Law is a vast area of study. Recent high profile domestic cases have focused attention on the need for compliance with legal principles and requirements. These principles dictate the way in which individuals and organisations carry out their daily business. This course is designed for students intending to pursue a business career in areas where a detailed knowledge of law is useful.

Start your future in business. Gain real-world administration, communication and marketing skills and take the next step into further study or employment.

Have you already got a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Business Studies or an equivalent award and want to further develop your business? Have you a desire to gain a more in-depth understanding of key business areas or would you like to start your own business?

This qualification provides an in-depth understanding of the main business areas: Accounting, Marketing, Business Management, and Entrepreneurship, offering you the opportunity to advance your career in your chosen area of interest by providing advanced entry to Business Studies Degree programmes.

The BA (Hons) in Business Studies Blended programme is delivered through a combination of online and classroom-based learning. The blended mode of delivery offers students a more flexible learning environment and provides an opportunity for those living outside the greater Dublin area to study in Griffith College.

This is not a CAO entry course - course fees required - apply directly to the college.

Learn Entrepreneurship by doing Entrepreneurship on a new Business Studies degree which allows you to control what you study and how you learn. Design and develop your own business ideas and business plans from day one. Meet and work with real business start-ups throughout your degree.

Graduates will not only acquire and develop the creative thinking mindset necessary to succeed in new business ventures, but also the management skills and knowledge required to allow employment in established businesses and entrepreneurial support organisations.

The Bachelor of Business Studies in International Hotel Management at Shannon College of Hotel Management gives students the unique opportunity to combine professional practical training, language development, extensive business studies theory and hands on work experience in the international hotel industry.

A new Business Studies degree prepares students for employment at management level in a broad range of modern businesses, close to home or anywhere in the world. We explore practical, real-world applications of business principles through hands-on projects, work-based learning and small class sizes. With a wide range of subject choices and assessment types available on this course, students become independent and innovative thinkers, and develop their own views on society and how to shape the world of business into the future. 

This exciting course combines traditional core business subjects with online tools and capabilities to teach you how to maximise business opportunities online.

The course offers training on modern business and digital marketing methodologies where you will engage in a range of learning experiences including case studies, group work and industry project. You will gain confidence and support to apply to entry level positions in industry or progress to further and higher education.

This four year programme offers an exciting way of learning about business concepts, theories and models, in a variety of subject areas, as well as getting to grips in an in-depth and comprehensive manner with another country’s language, its society, culture and business environment.

This programme aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate internationally and to understand the social, political and cultural contexts of markets, organisations and management across countries.

In addition to studying modules in business, economic and social studies, you will study the society, institutions, culture and civilisation associated with your chosen language. Much of the teaching is provided through the target language. The third year is spent at a university or business school in Germany. 

Have you ever wanted to work with people, help employees reach their best potential and learn all the skills needed to work in human resources and dynamic business environments? Would you like to gain the knowledge and experience needed for interviewing, recruiting and selecting staff?

This course has been specifically de-signed to help you develop your skills and knowledge of human resources and business management, in areas such as recruitment and selection, employment legislation, training and development, payroll, managing people and motivating teams. This course is perfect for anyone who wishes to work with and manage people in any aspect of industry and business.

This course is designed to give a clearly structured business education that provides a solid foundation for success in a business career. This course aims to equip both school leavers and mature applicants with necessary business skills and a thorough knowledge of the computer application packages used in the modern office, as well as preparing learners for further study in related areas. It also suits learners who wish to defer their college place for a year and acquire good IT skills to assist them

This programme teaches students about business concepts, theories and models, in a variety of subject areas, as well as getting to grips in an in-depth and comprehensive manner with another country’s language, its society, culture and business environment, the third year of which is spent studying abroad.

This programme aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate internationally and to understand the social, political and cultural contexts of markets, organisations and management across countries.

This programme offers an exciting way of learning about business concepts, theories and models, in a variety of subject areas, as well as getting to grips in an in-depth and comprehensive manner with another country’s language, its society, culture and business environment, the third year of which is spent studying abroad.

This programme aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate internationally and to understand the social, political and cultural contexts of markets, organisations and management across countries.

This programme offers an exciting way of learning about business concepts, theories and models, in a variety of subject areas, as well as getting to grips in an in-depth and comprehensive manner with another country’s language, its society, culture and business environment,the third year of which is spent studying abroad.

This programme aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate internationally and to understand the social, political and cultural contexts of markets, organisations and management across countries.

If your ambition is to have a career in business that gives you international opportunities, then this course could be for you.

The Business Studies degree course gives you an introduction to the foundations of business and allows you to specialise in areas such as economics, management, finance, marketing, HR or business analytics.

International Opportunities
The course not only allows you to develop the skills and knowledge needed for a career in business, it also offers you an exciting intercultural experience and the chance to master another language.

The four-year course gives you the chance to spend a year at one of DCU’s partner universities in Austria, Belgium, China, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico or Spain.

Do you need a step between your previous education and a full time course?
Do you need to increase your self confidence in your ability to study?
Did you leave school before your leaving cert?
Is English your second language?
Is your level of English stopping you from reaching your goals?
If you are over 16 and your answer is yes to some of these questions, then this course could be for you.

This course is designed for students wishing to gain some college experience and study skills and have the goal of studying for a QQI Level 5 award in the future.

This course covers both the creative and business aspects of the beauty and spa sector. Learning and practising in well-equipped workshops, you are encouraged and facilitated to further develop your creativity and also acquire strong business know-how. By combining technical beauty and spa skills with business/management competencies, the course equips you to work and progress in a wide range of beauty and spa settings.

Business Studies with Beauty and Spa Management prepares you to meet the sector’s need for highly skilled and trusted professionals who can establish strong relationships with clients, deliver services in a professional, efficient and hygienic manner, and progress to management roles within the industry.

The course covers both the creative and business aspects of the beauty and spa sector. Learning and practicing in well-equipped workshops, you are encouraged and facilitated to further develop your creativity and also acquire strong business know-how. By combining technical beauty and spa skills with business/management competencies, the course equips you to work and progress in a wide range of beauty and spa settings.

Business Studies with Event Management includes both the creative and business aspects of event management. During your studies, you are encouraged and facilitated to further develop your creativity and also acquire strong business know-how. By combining technical event management skills with business competencies, you can work and progress your career in a wide range of event-related settings.