Business
(Level 6)

INTRODUCTION:

Course Code: 6M4985

This QQI Level 6 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 and students will be equipped to meet the needs of a growing economy with business administration and information technology skills.

Students are introduced to the diverse aspects that comprise a business enterprise or other organisation. The course deals with many functions within business such as Management, Finance and Marketing Management.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• For entry to Level 6 a full QQI Level 5 in a complementary area is required.
• All applicants will be required to attend an interview.
• An offer of a place on this course means the applicant has met the minimum entry requirements set out here and satisfactory presentation at interview.

START DATE:

September 2025.

DURATION:

This is a one-year course. Timetables vary from year to year please contact the college directly for detailed timetable information.

CERTIFICATION:

• QQI Level 6 in Business (6M4985).

COURSE CONTENT:

The following subjects may be offered:

HOW TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Applications for all our courses will be available on the website and in the college from January 2025 for all courses commencing in September 2025.

Interviews will be held for all courses throughout the college year. To apply, simply click HERE. Alternatively you can ring (021) 4772 275 for assistance with your application.

EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:

On successful completion students may progress to the second year of the 4 year Bachelor of Business in Business Administration (CR022) in Cork Institute of Technology.

Under the Cork Colleges Progressions Scheme 2012, courses under the Pilots Link Scheme and also under the (CCPS) Cork Colleges Progression Scheme 2012 include:

• Bachelor of Business in Business Administration (CR02) – www.cit.ie
• Bachelor of Business Administration (CR022) – www.cit.ie
• Bachelor of Business Information Systems (CK203) – www.cit.ie
• EOD Business Studies for Mature Student – Higher Certificate in Business (over 23′s only).

Students may need to satisfy a Maths requirement for entry to (CR021) Business Administration in CIT: Leaving Cert Higher or Ordinary Level Maths or Maths @ QQI Level 5.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Students may find employment in the following areas: Financial Services, Accounts Assistant, Customer Service/Marketing Representative, Retail, Office/Business Administrator.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Participants will be required to undertake 60 hours of work placement in a suitable area. The College will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.

Other Information:
Selected students have the opportunity to participate in the Pitstop and Frontrunner Leadership Programmes from Common Purpose.

Kinsale College is working closely and providing students with direct contact and support with FIT. Their mission is to promote an inclusive Smart Economy by creating a fast-track to marketable technical skills for those at risk of unemployment.

They will help students prepare CV’s, do mock interviews and provide continuous support and guidance to all students doing Office Administration. This is at no extra cost to students. Guest Speakers, workshops and company visits organised throughout the year.

Erasmus:
Students are given the opportunity to apply for the Erasmus programme where they can complete their work experience abroad through the Erasmus programme.