Tourism with Business
The MBC Tourism with Business programme offers students the ideal combination of subjects for direct entry into the workplace, to gain entry to our Level 6 programme or for progression to suitable CAO courses further afield.
| 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 full-time.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate Standard or QQI Level 4
English language requirement of a B2.2 standard where English is not your first language
Basic I.T. Skills required
All mature students (23+) without these qualifications are welcome to apply
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
This course provides the basic platform for finding employment in the tourism and business sectors, or as a pathway to further studies. There are a wide range of opportunities in the sector, including:
Customer Service
Travel Agent
Tour Guide/Rep
Tour Operations
Air Cabin Crew
Banking and Insurance
Conference and Event Management
Reception and Front Office
Airports and Airlines
Marketing
Tour Guide
Tourist Information
Possible Progression from this course
Moate Business College
6M5012 Advanced Certificate in Tourism with Business (Level 6)
CAO progression options
Click here for Progression Routes from Tourism with Business 5M5011
Further information
There are no fees for tuition. However, charges exist to cover the costs of the following items: examination fees, workshops and registration charges by professional bodies. Please contact info@moatebc.com for information on individual course costs.
Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested PLC maintenance grant. Application forms are available from www.susi.ie
To apply online please click on the "Application Weblink" below.
Students will attend work placement on a block basis. One of the great benefits of work experience is that it can lead to a full-time job. Work placement is arranged within the tourism and business sector.
Course Content
Tourism Principles and Practice (5N2078)
Tourism Information & Administration (5N0636)
Customer Service (5N0972)
Communications (5N0690)
Word Processing (5N1358)
Irish Cultural and Heritage Resources (5N1293)
Marketing Practice (5N1400)
Work Experience 5N1356 or Personal and Professional Development 5N2985
Note: Modules may be subject to change
5M5011 - Tourism with Business
QQI Certification
On successful completion of the course, candidates who reach the required standard will receive the following awards:
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Tourism with Business 5M5011
Moate Business College,
Lake Road,
Moate, Co Westmeath.
Tel: 090 6481178.
info@moatebc.com
www.moatebusinesscollege.com