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Business - English for Professionals

Lifelong Learning
223825

The Bachelor of Business in English for Professionals is a three-year, part-time degree designed to support non-native English speakers in gaining essential business knowledge, digital skills, and advanced English communication abilities for professional contexts.

Award Name Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body Technological University of the Shannon
NFQ Level Level 7 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) Major Technological University of the Shannon Level 7 NFQ
Course Provider:
Location:
Athlone
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance
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Course provider
Number of credits:
180

Duration

3 Years

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate with O6 in five subjects (including Maths and English/Irish)
OR

Full QQI Level 5 award
OR

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Minimum English language requirement: IELTS 6.0 or CEFR B2

The equivalence to IELTS 6.0 and CEFR B2 is a scoring of 105. Please check here: https://englishtest.duolingo.com/test_takers/scores

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Further information

Start Date 08/09/2025

€2,500 Per Annum

Bachelor of Business in English for Professionals (Level 7, 180 ECTS)
Fully Online | Part-Time | Developed by TUS and the University of Burgos

The Bachelor of Business in English for Professionals is a three-year, part-time degree designed to support non-native English speakers in gaining essential business knowledge, digital skills, and advanced English communication abilities for professional contexts.

Jointly developed by Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) and the University of Burgos (UBU) under the RUN-EU alliance, this innovative, online programme offers a unique blend of English language development and applied business learning. It is ideal for international professionals or those based in Ireland or Europe seeking to upskill while continuing to work.

Students begin at Level 6 and progress to complete a full Level 7 ordinary degree. The curriculum integrates practical learning in areas such as cultural background of the English-sopeaking world, management, finance, intercultural communication, digital tools, and sustainability — all delivered through English, with a strong emphasis on real-world professional settings.

This flexible, fully online pathway supports working adults with live virtual classes, recorded content, and structured academic support from experienced teaching teams.

Who is this for?
This programme is suited to professionals working in international or multilingual workplaces who want to boost their English fluency while earning a recognised business qualification. Whether you’re in hospitality, logistics, tourism, retail, healthcare, diplomacy, cooperation, education, manufacturing, or tech, this degree supports your development into supervisory or operational management roles.

What will you gain?
A recognised Level 7 degree from Technological University of the Shannon (TUS)

Enhanced English language skills for business and workplace communication

Core business knowledge across management, strategy, and digital tools

Confidence to operate and collaborate in cross-cultural, international settings

A flexible online learning experience designed for working professionals

Key Features:
180 ECTS credits across 3 years (NFQ Levels 6 and 7)

Fully online, part-time delivery with live and on-demand content

Developed with University of Burgos, under the RUN-EU alliance

Programme designed with input from industry and aligned with EU skills strategies

Strong career and progression potential, including pathways to further study

Synchronous Sessions
While participation in synchronous sessions is encouraged to enhance your learning experience, attendance is not compulsory. All sessions are recorded for flexible viewing, and they are always scheduled in the evening to accommodate working professionals.

Contact Details
General Queries
Email:: flexiblelearning.midlands@tus.ie
Telephone:: 0906483050

Course Provider:
Location:
Athlone
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
180