QQI LEVEL 6 COURSES
No CAO points requirement!
Applications Open for September 2023
Business
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.
Course Hours: | Timetables vary from year to year please contact the college directly for detailed timetable information |
Course Code: | 6M4985 |
Entry requirements: |
1. For entry to Level 6 a full QQI Level 5 in a complementary area is required 2. All applicants will be required to attend an interview 3. 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 |
Course Duration: | 1 year |
Commencement Date: | September 2023 |
Course Co-Ordinator: | Deirdre Carney |
Contact information: | info@kinsalecollege.ie |

About The Course
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.
Module Info & Codes
Business Management: 6N4310
Word processing: 6N4977
Marketing Management: 6N4188
Spreadsheets: 6N4089
Finance: 6N4165
Information & Administration 5N1389
Communications: 6N1950
Work Experience: 6N1946
How to Apply & Application Deadline
Applications for all our courses will be available on the website and in the college from January 2023 for all courses commencing in September 2023.
Interviews will be held for all courses throughout the college year. To apply simply click on the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of this page. Alternatively please contact a member of our team on (021) 4772275 for assistance on the application process.
“My name is Adam Deasy, having completed a Business Level 6 course in Kinsale College, I can honestly say the experience equipped me with the knowledge and skills that are required for CIT. The most important aspect of Kinsale College that I appreciate the most is the support of the lecturers. They were the most helpful and hardworking lecturers that I have ever met and contributed massively to me progressing to CIT today. After a few years of moving from plc course to plc course, I came across Kinsale College and it was the best decision I made, today I am in CIT currently doing a Business Studies course. I would highly recommend Kinsale College to anyone as it is a great experience and everyone there will help you meet the goals that you have set for yourself”
Adam Deasy
“My name is Sara Sullivan, having completed a level 5 Office Administration and a level 6 Business course in Kinsale college I would like to thank the lecturers for all their help and support. I had two brilliant years in Kinsale college with help from the most incredible lecturers and in a great learning environment. I met some amazing people during my two years, and I will always look back with fond memories of my time in Kinsale College.
I have now progressed onto studying business in Cork Institute of Technology. I would highly recommend this college to anyone considering it”
Sara O’Sullivan
“My name is Warren O’Driscoll and I am currently studying Business at Cork Institute of Technology. After attempting different PLC courses in Cork for two years I stumbled upon Kinsale College where I studied a Level 6 Business course. I found the college to be thoroughly enjoyable with a relaxed learning environment and small classes which helped in the learning process. The teachers were great and helped me to achieve every goal I had set out to reach in my year there. I would highly recommend the College to anyone who is looking into doing a PLC course, attending the College was a decision I thank myself for making every day!”
Warren O Driscoll
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Career Opportunities
Our Career Network
Students may find employment in the following areas: Financial Services, Accounts Assistant, Customer Service/Marketing Representative, Retail, Office/Business Administrator.
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Education Progression Opportunities
Opportunities
On successful completion students may progress to the second year of the 4 year Bachelor of Business in Business Administration CR022 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.
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Work Placement/Experience
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.