Sustainable Business Skills

INTRODUCTION:

Course Code:

If you have a flair for numbers and an interest in working in the financial side of any business office then this is the perfect course for you.

Gain expertise in supporting the management of finances in any company environment or be the go-to person for accounts in the office of a small business.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Leaving Certificate, LCA or QQI Level 4.
• Mature students are exempt from Leaving Certificate requirement.
• All applicants will undergo a processing stage during which further information will be gathered in relation to their application. An offer of a place on this course is contingent on the applicant meeting the entry requirements set out here and satisfactory completion of the processing stage.

DURATION:

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

FEES:

See fees & payment for details.

CERTIFICATION:

• QQI Level 5 Certificate in Business Administration (5M2468).
• QQI Component Maths (5N1833) (Available as an option in the evening for learners requiring Maths for progression).

COURSE CONTENT:

The following subjects may be offered:

ADDITIONAL TRAINING / WORKSHOPS:

• Introduction to GDPR (online): This course gives learners an overview of GDPR. The workshop examines what GDPR stands for and gives an understanding of the current data protection rules and obligations. The learners also receive information on the types of data, the terminology associated with GDPR, the penalties with breaches, storage of data and general do’s and don’ts regarding data. A Certificate of Completion from Morrison’s Island Campus is issued on completion.
• Microsoft Outlook (online training): This Microsoft Outlook workshop will give information on accessing your college email, Outlook layout, how to send and receive emails, attaching/downloading a file and reply options. It also covers organising your emails – folders etc, Outlook settings, signature, out-of-office reply, using the calendar, setting up meetings, setting up reminders and to do lists. A Certificate of Completion from Morrison’s Island Campus is issued on successful completion.
• Mastering the Professional phone conversation (online): This workshop gives the learner the knowledge and skills when answering the telephone professionally in the workplace. Additionally, handling telephone complaints and ending calls is also covered. A Certificate of Completion from Morrison’s Island Campus is issued on successful completion.  
• Professional Styling & Image (online): Develop an awareness of how to present yourself in a professional manner for the workplace.  A Certificate of Completion is issued on completion.

FAQs:

WORK PLACEMENT / EXPERIENCE:

Students undertake a block work placement of 2 weeks in an office environment. Work placement is a highly valued component of the student experience here at the college. An excellent opportunity for you to gain insight into the world of work. Students are encouraged to source their own Work Placement but you will be supported by the Work Placement team should you need assistance to do this.

EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:

Some of our popular progression opportunities include:

• Morrison’s Island Campus: Progress to one of the Morrison’s Island Campus Advanced Business Accounting Specialism, subject to entry requirements being met.
• MTU Cork: Business (MT550).
• UCC: Commerce (CK201).

Special arrangements in place with MTU Cork, MTU Kerry and SETU (Waterford & Carlow) or preferential entry for students of Morrison’s Island locations. Go to our progressions database for exact requirements on progressions for this course.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Accounts Administration staff can perform a wide range of finance support roles in any business office environment. Qualified to engage in a wide range of bookkeeping and payroll roles within a busy office and with experience gained the opportunity to pursue an Accounting Technicians Qualification is the next step in having a successful career in this area.