Business - Cork
To give participants a firm foundation in business related knowledge and skills, with a view to commencing a career or enabling individuals to make an immediate contribution in their place of employment.
| Award Name | Level 6 Higher Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Munster Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Higher Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | Munster Technological University | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
2 Years, Part-time.
Trimester 1:
Four modules over two evenings per week, 6pm – 10pm
Trimester 2:
Six modules over three evenings per week, 6pm – 10pm
Trimester 3:
Two modules over two evenings per week, 6pm – 10pm
Entry Requirements
The minimum requirements are Grade D3 (ordinary level) in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate, to include Mathematics and either English or Irish. Mature students will be considered on an individual basis.
What is RPL?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
Successful graduates can progress to the Level 7 Bachelor of Business in Management, and then to the Level 8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) or the Level 8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Accounting.
Further information
This course commences in September. Early application is strongly advised as places are limited.
Course fee: €185 per 5 credit module
Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €450 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee.
Note: You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the 'apply now' button, you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you, and you wish to accept it.
SUSI Grant
This course is eligible for funding under the SUSI grant scheme.
Students must be completing a minimum of 30 credits per annum but not more than 50 credits to be eligible
for funding.
For further information and to submit an application please go to: www.susi.ie
Application Deadline 12th September 2025
To give participants a firm foundation in business related knowledge and skills, with a view to commencing a career or enabling individuals to make an immediate contribution in their place of employment. Successful completion of the course will afford students the opportunity of progressing to a Bachelor Degree or other courses.
Award
Higher Certificate in Business (Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications).
Year 1 – Modules, all mandatory:
Organisational Behaviour
Introduction to Supply Chain
Essential Maths & Stats for Business
Stats & Financial Maths for Business
Introduction to Microeconomics
Fundamentals of Financial Accounting
Cost Accounting
Introduction to Marketing
Communication for Business
Creativity, Innovation & Teamwork
Business IT Skills
Introduction to Management
Year 2 – Modules, all mandatory:
Economic Data & Analysis
Cost & Management Accounting
Financial Accounting
Company & Partnership Accounting
Contemporary Management Issues
Financial Accounting Analysis
Marketing Strategy Principles
Professional HR Practice
Introduction to Macroeconomics
Irish Legal System
Irish Civil Law
IT Communication
The complete course will extend over two years. Modules will be taught on a trimesterised basis. Official examinations will be held at the end of each term. Certification for the course is through the ACCS Scheme.
ACCS
ACCS is an acronym for “Accumulation of Credits and Certification of Subjects”. This scheme allows students (for specified courses) – instead of studying an entire course – to study one or more modules of that course. Credits and Certificates are awarded for each module passed. Students who accumulate the appropriate number of modules qualify for the award of Higher Certificate.
Sheila Butler
T: 021 433 5806
Email: sheila.butler@mtu.ie