Business Administration
The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work independently and under supervision in an administrative role in a range of business contexts and/or to progress to further and higher education and training.
| 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
42 Weeks
Entry Requirements
Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Careers / Further progression
Employability Statement
On completion of this Programme, learners may pursue a variety of related business and administrative sector roles – roles may include working in administrative, logistical, law, and accounting or informatics position in a wide range of organisation types.
Further information
Start Date: 07/09/2026
End Date: 25/06/2027
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work independently and under supervision in a range of Business contexts and or to progress to further and or higher education and training.
Work Experience (5N1356)
Communications (5N0690)
Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised (5N1354)
Business Administration Skills (5N1610)
Payroll Manual & Computerised (5N1546)
Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977)
Digital Marketing (5N1364)
Word Processing (5N1358)
5M2468 - Business Administration
Elaine Devlin
Phone: 0749362466
Email: elainedevlin@donegaletb.ie