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 practical one-year business 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 marketing, retail sales, communications, bookkeeping and information technology. This course also provides learners with the knowledge and core business skills to enter employment directly. Students will gain foundational knowledge in the areas of marketing and sales. They will develop effective and persuasive written and oral communication skills, and the ability to research, interpret and use business and financial data and information.

The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision in a range of business sectors and contexts and or to progress to further and or higher education and training.

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. 

This specialized course trains students to work effectively with people, manage personnel, and lead teams within dynamic human resource and business environments. The curriculum focuses on essential HR operations, including recruitment and selection, employment legislation, training and development, payroll, and team motivation strategies. To bridge the gap between theory and practice, students participate in integrated weekly work experience alongside an intensive two-week block placement, gaining valuable, supported hands-on experience in a practical human resources role.

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.

The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work independently and under supervision in an administrative role in a range of business contexts and/or to progress to further and higher education and training.

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.

The BBs (Hons) in 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. There is a full semester of work placement and/or the option to study at one of our partner universities across Europe, as well as regular field trips and guest lectures. 

Offering a balance of theoretical and practical learning that explores the latest trends and practices in event management, this course equips you with the practical skills to coordinate the interconnected aspects of the process from pre-event planning and design to post-event debriefing and evaluation, and to progress to leadership roles in the events sector. 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.  

The Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) programme will provide you with a broad business education. You will study the core business principles of accounting, economics, risk management and insurance, human resource management and marketing. Students taking BBS with French will study the French language stream throughout the four years of the programme, along with their regular Business subjects. 

The Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) programme will provide you with a broad business education. You will study the core business principles of accounting, economics, risk management and insurance, human resource management and marketing. Students taking BBS with German will study the German language stream throughout the four years of the programme, along with their regular Business subjects. 

The course offers a wide range of subjects that provide learners with the opportunity to gain knowledge in many areas of business and particularly in areas of IT and Accounting. It provides learners with the ability to produce financial statements, using the most up to date accounting software. It provides the chance to obtain up to date IT skills and knowledge of e-business relevant for the modern business environment.

The Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) programme will provide you with a broad business education. You will study the core business principles of accounting, economics, risk management and insurance, human resource management and marketing. Students taking BBS with Japanese will study the Japanese language stream throughout the four years of the programme, along with their regular Business subjects.