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
1 year
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
Learners will have acquired the knowledge skills and competencies in the theory and practice in this vocational area.
Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Level 5 Major Award in Business Administration will enable applicants to work under supervision in an administrative role in a range of business contexts.
Further information
Start Date 21/09/2026
End Date 14/05/2027
This very well established and highly regarded Business Administration course enables the learner to acquire the skills and knowledge needed for a variety of business settings. The course focuses on the development of key transferable skills that are useful in any office or business setting. The modules in the course are selected to prepare learners for the world of work but the skills and knowledge acquired are also very useful for further studies in higher education. Work experience is an important element of the course as learners apply their learning in practical real world settings. Course participants will be required to undertake vetting by Donegal ETB.
Customer Service (5N0972)
Work Experience (5N1356)
Communications (5N0690)
Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised (5N1354)
Business Administration Skills (5N1610)
Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977)
Word Processing (5N1358)
Digital Presentations (5N0563)
Word Processing Core (MOS111)
Microsoft Office Specialist Programme (MOSP01)
5M2468 - Business Administration
Kathleen Boland
Tel: 074 913 1684
Email: kathleenboland@donegaletb.ie
or finnvalleycollege@donegaletb.ie