Expand+Eligibility for the programme is considered on the basis of mature years (a minimum age of 23 years on 1 January of the year of entry) or on the basis of matriculation (a minimum age of 21 years on 1 January of the year of entry with students having ...

Hide-Eligibility for the programme is considered on the basis of mature years (a minimum age of 23 years on 1 January of the year of entry) or on the basis of matriculation (a minimum age of 21 years on 1 January of the year of entry with students having fulfilled the Matriculation requirements of the National University of Ireland). Exemptions from the Diploma in Business Studies may be granted in the case of holders of a HETAC Higher Certificate, or Ordinary Degree in Business Studies (with Merit or Distinction) or an equivalent qualification.

Expand+Why is this course for me?
Why not combine work, study and family commitments through a more flexible approach to your learning? Our business diploma and degree programmes involve a blend of home study, occasional campus attendance and online lea...

Hide-Why is this course for me?
Why not combine work, study and family commitments through a more flexible approach to your learning? Our business diploma and degree programmes involve a blend of home study, occasional campus attendance and online learning, underpinned by an infrastructure of student supports.

The course is delivered through both part-time weekend attendance on campus and home study. Attendance on campus is scheduled in two-day blocks (Fridays and Saturdays) over six weekends in each academic year.

After the first two years, successful participants will be awarded a Diploma in Business Studies (NFQ Level 7) and, after a further two years, a Bachelor of Business Studies (NFQ Level 8).

You’ll develop a solid, conceptual understanding of business and organisational management, along with the knowledge application, communication and leadership skills necessary in a modern business environment.

Expand+What will I study?
In the first two years you will be introduced to the ‘Fundamentals of Management’. You will gain a thorough understanding of the main business disciplines and the principles of management in an Irish and global context. This stage...

Hide-What will I study?
In the first two years you will be introduced to the ‘Fundamentals of Management’. You will gain a thorough understanding of the main business disciplines and the principles of management in an Irish and global context. This stage of the programme introduces you to the key business functions, including:

• Management
• Organisational Behaviour
• People Management
• Accounting
• Business Law
• Economics
• ICT
• Marketing

We also have two study skills modules designed specifically to help you in returning to education.

In the Degree stage you will be introduced to the functions of ‘Strategic Management’. You will explore key aspects of modern business organisation, including:
• Business Strategy
• Change Management
• HRM
• Economics
• Project Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Accounting Information for Managers
• Financial Management
• International Business

You will also have the opportunity to undertake a major project in a self-selected management area of business practice.