Business Studies
Get a grounding in fundamental business concepts, ideas, practices and methodologies.
| 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
38 weeks.
Entry Requirements
Minimum
- Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course.
- Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award.
- Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+.
- Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B2 or Higher).
- Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland.
Additional:
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.
Careers / Further progression
What are the progression opportunities?
If you complete a QQI major award with Kerry College, you may use your results to progress to third level (University, Technological University or Institute of Technology). You may apply under the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS). A limited number of places are available each year. Some examples include:
B.Bs. (Ord/Hons) Business Studies at Munster Technological University (MTU)
B.A. (Hons) Event Management at Munster Technological University (MTU)
B.Comm. (Hons) Commerce at University College Cork (UCC)
B.Comm. (Hons) Commerce at University of Limerick (UL)
B.BA (Ord) Business at South East Technological University (SETU)
There is a separate section on the CAO application for applying using your QQI results from Kerry College in the same way you use your Leaving Certificate results.
What are the employment opportunities?
Students acquire a general qualification in business, which offers employment opportunities in diverse areas such as, finance, retail, marketing and human resources.
Further information
Start Date: 07/09/2026.
Apply online via the Kerry College Website - link above.
Your application will be processed using FETCHCOURSES - the National FET Course Application System.
If you haven't signed up for a FETCH account, you'll need to do this first. It's free and a one-time setup.
Why should I apply?
This programme is designed to give a clearly structured business education that provides a solid foundation for success in a business career for graduates entering the jobs market.
What is the certification?
QQI Level 5 Major Award Certificate in Business Studies (5M2102).
What will I study?
Accounting- Manual & Computerised (5N1348)
Applied Economics (5N1350)
Business Law (5N2091)
Communications (5N0690)
Marketing Practice (5N1400)
Mathematics (5N1833)
Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977)
5M2102 - Business Studies
Clash Road,
Tralee, Co. Kerry
V92 Y991
Tel: (066) 7121 741
e: clashroad@kerrycollege.ie
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm