Business Administration
Introducing our exhilarating Lir 5M2468 Business Administration Major Award – the gateway to endless opportunities and boundless success!
With 8 power-packed modules, this Major Award designed by Lir is meticulously designed to equip you with the essential skills needed to work in a business administrative environment. Brace yourself for a transformational journey that will elevate your professional prospects to new heights!
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
Classroom-directed hours:
Directed delivery is where qualified teacher/trainer delivers the content of the programme directly to the learner. It includes class contact, direct online contact, assessment and laboratory time. It can also include work-based direction.
Self-directed learning hours:
Self-directed delivery means learning that is learner-led. It includes practise time, work experience, preparation, study time and reflection time. While a certain amount of self-directed learning activity is desirable, it must take into consideration the level of the award being offered and Learning-to-learn indicators for learners at that level and for the specific vocational area.
Duration of modules: each module may vary in duration and non-IT modules may consist of 5 x training days or 10 x half day/evening classes, plus self-directed learning hours, as above.
Entry Requirements
Learners who have a Level 4 Certification and a basic computer skills qualification and/or life/work experience at that level or higher. Learners who have no qualification at this level will be assessed as to their level of knowledge and skills, and advised on QQI modules at Level 4 before embarking on the QQI 5M2468 Business Administration Award. If may be agreed that the Learner will benefit from completing this award from examination of their experiential learning to date.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills required.
• Problem solving skills and time management skills will be required.
• Willingness to work as part of a group, and in using own initiative.
• Attendance to all classes and good time keeping ability
• Undertake and complete all assignments/assessments given to Learner.
• Complete the work experience requirement included in this Award.
• Ability to take responsibility for own self-directed learning through practice/study time, small group discussions outside of class time.
• Access to internet and PC is a requirement.
Careers / Further progression
Progression Paths:
This Major Award may lead to entry-level College degrees - contact Lir Director of Training for information or go to the CAO website for more information.
Further information
Please contact provider for next start date.
Fees / or funding:
1. This QQI Major Award may be completed one module at a time, in 2 Phases or booked in full.
2. Learners who are unemployed may qualify for funding by contacting their local Intreo/DSP Office.
3. There is a flexi-payment option available, and a sliding scale discount for each module completed.
4. Group quotes are available per module, or for the Award, on request.
Programme profile:
The overall aim of this Programme is to provide you, the learner, with the opportunity to enable you to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work both independently and/or under supervision in an administrative role in a range of business environments and to progress further to an equal or higher level on the National Framework of Qualifications.
This programme is based on learning objectives stated in the Major Award and on over 30 years training experience with both individual learners, community-based group, and companies including multi-national companies. We offer both accredited and non-accredited training.
Lir Business Services & Training Centre also offers other business services such as printing and recruitment services to individuals and to client companies.
This is a part-time or full-time programme based on a 1200-hour typical learner effort, comprising of both directed and self-directed learning. On successful completion of 8 modules (including mandatory and elective modules) you will gain 120 credits for the QQI Business Administration Major Award 5M2468. You have the option or registering on our Lir ‘Train and Place’ Programme where we select a number of learners who are completing this Major Award, and we actively look, in conjunction with yourself, for suitable positions in a business/office environment. If you are completing this Major Award on evenings and Saturdays, this also gives you the option to work during the day or to keep your present position.
We discuss options with you before embarking on this Award, to ascertain your needs and advise on the best options for you in going forward.
Objectives:
The overall aim of this programme is to enable you to gain knowledge, skill and competence in a range of business administrative areas; in the practical and efficient use of standard computer applications software, procedures and documentation with a view to gaining employment or improving job prospects in this area. Emphasis is placed on making sure you are job-ready after completing the Major Award.
Here are some of the objectives:
• To gain the skills, knowledge and competencies necessary within the core subject areas, including theoretical and practical elements, within the Business Administration Programme.
• To give you practical advice on modern, day to day business administration practices in an office environment.
• To facilitate you to take also responsibility for your own learning, through support from our Tutors and through self-directed learning outside of classroom time.
• To gain up-to-date IT skills for a business administration/office environment.
• To think critically and to reflect on your learning experiences.
• To give you the confidence to progress further to other modules or to another Level on the N.F.Q.
Business Administration QQI 5N1610 (Mandatory)
This module has to be completed in order to gain the full QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Major Award. An ideal module for all the administrative responsibilities in an office environment with lots of practical tips from Tutors who have years of experience working in different office environments.
Bookkeeping (Man & Comp) QQI 5N1354 (Mandatory)
This module has to be completed in order to gain the full QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Major Award. An ideal module for gaining the skills and knowledge for today's Bookkeeping systems. Using up-to-date licensed Sage software under the excellent tuition of our Tutors who have years of experience in an accounting environment. We also offer a Level 6 Bookkeeping 6N4865.
Work Experience QQI 5N1356 (Mandatory)
There is work experience and there is 'work experience', meaning your choice of where you want to do your work experience is crucial to your understanding of today's workplace. At Lir, we will assist in gaining suitable work experience and possibly work experience in a company that may employ you based on how well you do.
Text Production QQI 5N1422 (Optional - or 5N1358 below)
In order to gain the QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Award, you must choose Text Production and/or Word Processing. Text Production is the only module that concentrates on your keyboarding/typing speed and accuracy, and needless to say, in Lir Recruitment, our clients are always looking for a fast and accurate typist, also in legal and medical environments.
Word Processing QQI 5N1358 (Optional - or 5N1422 above)
In order to gain the QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Award, you must choose Word Processing and/or Text Production. Excellent Word Processing skills and knowledge are essential for any office environment and it is amazing how many candidates for Recruitment cannot layout/format a letter/different documents correctly, or proofread. We also offer a Level 6 Word Processing Advanced module 6N4977.
Communications QQI 5N0690 (Optional - and/or 5N0972 below)
In order to gain the QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Award, you must choose Communication and/or Customer Service. Excellent Communication skills and knowledge are essential for any office environment and in an interview situation for the position of your dreams. This module feeds into the Work Experience module and many other modules where you are in contact with colleagues and the public.
Customer Service QQI 5N0972 (Optional - and/or 5N0690 above)
In order to gain the QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Award, you must choose Customer Service and/or Communications. Excellent Customer Service skills and knowledge are essential for any office environment. Your employer/potential employer will value these skills. This module feeds into the Work Experience module and many other modules where you are in contact with colleagues and the public.
Database Methods QQI 5N0783(Optional)
This module is an optional module on the QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Major Award. Databases are so much more useful and powerful than Spreadsheets, yet many use Spreadsheets as if it was a database, simply because they do not know how to use a Database properly.
Digital Marketing QQI 5N1364 (Optional)
This is an optional module on the QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Major Award. Most employers would welcome the skills and knowledge that an employee would have in Digital Marketing, especially in small businesses where the necessary expertise may not exist.
Information and Administration QQI 5N1389 (Optional)
This module is an optional module on the QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Major Award. It is similar in aspects to Business Administration 5N1610, however there are other aspects of office administration in the learning outcomes that are very useful in an office environment.
Intercultural Studies QQI 5N0765 (Optional)
This module is an optional module on the QQI 5N2468 Business Admin Major Award. On this module you have an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for active, positive participation in a complex, diverse and rapidly changing society, to develop intercultural awareness, sensitivity and intercultural communicative competence, substituting fear and stereotyping of the other with a curiosity to explore difference.
Medical Terminology QQI 5N2428 (Optional)
This is an optional but important module to consider when completing the full QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Major Award. If you are considering working in a Medical/Pharmaceutical admin office. Medical Terminology is crucial to your understanding of all documentation, spelling, pronunciation and again, much more is expected in this role today.
Payroll (Manual and Computerised) QQI 5N1546 (Optional)
This module has to be completed in order to gain the full QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Major Award. An ideal module for gaining the skills and knowledge for today's Payroll systems. Using up-to-date licensed Sage Micropay software under the excellent tuition of our Tutors who have years of experience in a payroll environment. We also offer a Level 6 Payroll module 6N4005.
Reception and Frontline Office Skills QQI 5N1407 (Optional)
This is an optional but important module to consider when completing the full QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Major Award. If you think today's Front Office Person's role is just answering the phone and greeting people, you are going to be very surprised because the role has definitely changed, and much more is expected in this role.
Research and Study Skills QQI 5N3113 (Optional)
If you are thinking of progressing to our Level 6 'Advanced Business Executive Programme for Office Managers' or going to College, this module will have you streets-ahead in your first year and gain up to date knowledge and skills that will successfully see you right through your college experience.
Spreadsheet Methods QQI 5N1977 (Optional)
This is also an optional module on the QQI Business Admin Major Award, however, good Spreadsheet (Excel) skills and knowledge are essential for any office environment. It is one of our most popular modules because employers need to use this software. We also offer a Level 6 Spreadsheets Advanced module 6N4089.
Text Production QQI 5N1422 (Optional)
This is also an optional module on the QQI Business Admin Major Award, however, good Text Production (Word) skills and knowledge are essential for any office environment. It is one of our most popular modules because it also includes keyboard/typing skills.
Word Processing QQI 5N1358
This is a mandatory module on the QQI Business Admin Major Award, however, good Word Processing (Word) skills and knowledge are essential for any office environment. We also offer a Level 6 Spreadsheets Advanced module 6N4089.
Work Experience QQI 5N1356 (Optional)
This is also a mandatory module on the QQI Business Admin Major Award. This module enables you to study and work in the work environment you have chosen. We also offer a Level 6 Work Experience Advanced module.
5M2468 Business Administration
Accreditation
On completion of this full Major Award Learners will gain a QQI 5M2468 Major Award in Business Administration. On completion of a component certificate (a module) Learners will gain a QQI 5NXXXX (Module Title).
Contact Lir Business Services and Training Centre (044) 934 2754 or (086) 1567203, or email training@lirbusinesscentre.com