Social Enterprise and Community Development
The Level 8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business, Social Enterprise, Leadership, and Management, delivered collaboratively by Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) and EQUAL Ireland, is a forward-thinking and robust programme designed to meet the growing demand for highly skilled professionals who can lead and innovate in the social, community, and business sectors.
| Award Name | Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Technological University of the Shannon |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) | Major | Technological University of the Shannon | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
1.5 years part time
Entry Requirements
Students are required to have a level 7 degree in a cognate area.
Careers / Further progression
Typically, graduates can enhance their career prospects in middle and senior management positions within the private, public, community and not for profit sectors. Occupations include Community Development Officer, Project Leader, Manager. Graduates also go on to develop and grow their own business or social enterprises.
Further Study
Successful graduates of this programme are eligible for Level 9 and 10 postgraduate programmes within TUS or elsewhere.
Further information
How to Apply
Please note that applications for this programme should be made via Equal Ireland at https://www.equalireland.ie/contact-us/.
The Level 8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business, Social Enterprise, Leadership, and Management, delivered collaboratively by Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) and EQUAL Ireland, is a forward-thinking and robust programme designed to meet the growing demand for highly skilled professionals who can lead and innovate in the social, community, and business sectors. This programme offers an advanced level of academic challenge, combined with practical, real-world application, to equip students with the leadership and management skills needed to make a meaningful impact in today’s complex societal and community landscapes.
Semester 1
Community Youth Work Approaches and Principles
Social Enterprise Development and Finance
Leading & Managing Organisation
Semester 2
Community Development Structures and Governance
Research Methods
Mentoring, Facilitating for Community Leaders
Semester 3
Community/Workplace Research Project
Dr Trevor Prendergast
Head of Department, TUS
Email: Trevor.Prendergast@tus.ie
Eoin Dillion
Equal Ireland
Email: eoin@equalireland.ie