| Course Name |
Computerised Office Skills for Adults |
| Course Provider |
Ballsbridge College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
City of Dublin ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M2102 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Ballsbridge |
| Course Content |
Expand+This course is designed with the needs of adult students in mind. It suits adults who may have been in the work force before but who now need to update and develop new skills. It also suits adults who want to acquire computer skills for the first tim...
Hide-This course is designed with the needs of adult students in mind. It suits adults who may have been in the work force before but who now need to update and develop new skills. It also suits adults who want to acquire computer skills for the first time. The course will build confidence and those who complete it will have gained improved communications and interpersonal skills. Participants will develop excellent keyboard skills, IT and accountancy skills and learn the basics of good business administration. In addition, students will be introduced to e-mail and the internet and its applications. No previous computer or keyboard skills are required. Classes take place from 9.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
The traditional formats of employment are changing. Employers are now providing more flexible working conditions to attract and retain their employees. In this context there is an increasing opportunity for the mature job applicant who can be more settled and committed to a particular employer.
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| FET Code |
5M2102 - Business Studies |
| Duration |
Classes take place from 9.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m., Monday to Friday. |
| Comment |
Certification
Awarding Body: QQI
Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies
Award Code: 5M2102
Level 5 - Further Education & Training
Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change |
| Number of Places |
25 |
| Course Fee |
Costs are kept to the minimum. For 2017/18 the standard charge is €240 plus a Government charge of €200, introduced by DES in 2011. Current Medical Card holders and their dependents; those approved for a student grant and those approved for BTEA and VTOS are exempt from paying the €200 Government levy.
The €240 charge covers a number of costs including certification and exam entry.
There is a separate fee that applies to non-EU students. Please contact the college for details |
| Financial Support |
Grants are available to eligible students. Eligibility depends on individual financial circumstances and a grant must be applied for, through Student Universal Service Ireland (SUSI), see www.susi.ie. |
| Interview |
Yes |
| Application Date |
Apply directly to the college from December onwards. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Expand+Key Dates:
January
Wednesday 25th January 2017, 11am–3pm College Open Day Drop in and meet with the course teachers and attend one of our seminars. Check the college website for more details
March
Wednesday 8th March 2017, 2–4pm - Enrolment ...
Hide-Key Dates:
January
Wednesday 25th January 2017, 11am–3pm College Open Day Drop in and meet with the course teachers and attend one of our seminars. Check the college website for more details
March
Wednesday 8th March 2017, 2–4pm - Enrolment Day
Guarantee your place on your chosen course by enrolling early.
April
Wednesday 5th April 2017, 2–4pm Enrolment Day
Enroll on your chosen course and discuss any questions you might have about the course with college tutors.
May
Wednesday 17th May 2017, 2–4pm - Enrolment Day
Another opportunity to enroll on your chosen course and discuss any questions you might have about the course with college tutors.
June
Wednesday 21st June 2017, 2–4pm - Enrolment Day
Enrolments continue for remaining course places.
August
August 2017
Enrolments continue for any remaining course places. Students receive a letter from the college with details of registration dates and course commencement dates.
In addition, Advisory Sessions will take place every Wednesday afternoon from 2-4 pm from Open Day onwards during term time.
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| Subjects Taught |
Course Content
Word Processing
Spreadsheets
Desktop Publishing
Accounting - Manual and Computerised
Business Administration
Internet
Communications
Personal Effectiveness
Work Experience |
| Entry Requirements |
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses:
Graduates may use their qualifications to apply for a place in a variety of Higher Education Institutions. For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.fetac.ie, ww...
Hide-Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses:
Graduates may use their qualifications to apply for a place in a variety of Higher Education Institutions. For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.fetac.ie, www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie
WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees.
Part-time Courses:
Graduates may progress into Year 1 of the IPA’s part time, NUI accredited Diploma in Business studies or Bachelor of Business Studies (Hons) and can also avail of additional subject exemptions. Visit www.ipa.ie or contact the Institute of Public Administration directly for further details. Graduates may apply for part-time Management, Accounting and Finance degree programmes in ITT.
Overseas Links:
Students with a Merit/Distinction profile in their final results may gain entry into Year 2 of Honours Degree in Business Studies in Swansea Metropolitan University, Wales www.smu.ac.uk/sbs
Please see https://www.wit.ie/images/uploads/About_PDF/BCFE_Webpage_201610.pdf
Part-time Courses:
Graduates may progress into Year 1 of the IPA’s part time, NUI accredited Diploma in Business studies or Bachelor of Business Studies (Hons) and can also avail of additional subject exemptions. Visit www.ipa.ie or contact the Institute of Public Administration directly for further details.
Graduates may apply for part-time Management, Accounting and Finance degree programmes in ITT.
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| Further Enquiries |
Ballsbridge College of Further Education
Shelbourne Road
Ballsbridge
Dublin 4
www.ballsbridgecollege.com
info@ballsbridge.cdetb.ie
facebook.com/ballsbridgecollegefe
t: 01 668 4806
f: 01 668 2361 |