Business Studies Administration with Marketing
This course primarily focuses on preparation for work in an office environment, but many students use it as a stepping stone for entry to third level courses in the areas of business, computers and accountancy. Work placement is a mandatory element to the course and allows students to gain experience in a busy office environment.
| 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
This is a one-year full time course and runs from September to May.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate/LCVP or Leaving Cert Applied
A QQI/FETAC Level 4 qualification
Mature students (age 23+) welcome
Interview
Careers / Further progression
Progression
There are wide range of progression opportunities available for FET graduates via the CAO website. Please view the entry requirements for all Higher Education colleges here: https://www.cao.ie/index.php?page=scoring&s=fetac
Further information
Course commences 7th September 2026
Mayo College of Further Education & Training is offering no tuition fees for September 2026, which covers exam fees, student consumables, and journals. This includes courses across campuses in Ballina, Castlebar, and Westport, aimed at relieving the cost of living crisis. Some specific courses or materials might still have costs, but tuition is free.
Means tested grants are available from SUSI.
Please visit http://www.susi.ie/ for more information and to make an application.
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This one year Level 5 QQI course in Business Studies and Marketing provides a foundation in Business Studies and provides the opportunity to progress to employment or further study in the Business Studies and Marketing areas. The course contains a mix of practical and theory elements with trips throughout the year. There is an opportunity to partake in Erasmus+ placements.
Course Content:
Business Administration 5N1610
Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised 5N1354
Word Processing 5N1358
Payroll Manual & Computerised 5N1546
Customer Service 5N0972 or Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Behavioral Studies 5N1351
Digital Marketing 5N1364
Marketing Practice 5N1400
5M2102 - Business Studies
Award: Business Studies QQI Level 5 - 5M2102
Phone: 094 9023134
Email: admin@ccfe.ie