Business in Management - Carlow
This one-year graduate Higher Diploma course is designed for graduates of non-business disciplines in order to equip them with the necessary knowledge and competencies for management in business.
| Award Name | Higher Diploma (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | South East Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma (Level 8 NFQ) | Major | South East Technological University | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
1 YEAR – PART-TIME
2 evenings per week 7.00- 10.00pm with some Saturdays throughout the year (indicative)
Entry Requirements
Applicants require an NFQ 8 or equivalent for entry to this course. Other applicants will be considered on an individual basis in accordance with the SETU policy on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Further information
Next intake September 2026.
Application Deadline 28 Aug 2026
It will provide graduates with an in-depth understanding of the contemporary business environment. The course will enable graduates to further develop, consolidate and synthesize their knowledge and skills through experience, professional and/ or academic education and improve their overall employment prospects. This course will give graduates the basis and maturity to proceed to the MBA or MB and MSc in Business Risk Management taught part-time courses depending on their general business experience.
Year 1 Modules
Business Management Accounting
Operations Management for Business
People Management Functions
Strategic Analysis
International Business
Strategic Positioning
Sustainable Marketing
Corporate Social Responsibility
Contact
Lifelong Learning
Carlow
T: (059) 9175280 E: lll.cw@setu.ie