IPA Certificate in Business Studies Level 6

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The Programme

The Certificate in Business Studies is a one-year, part-time programme that provides a systematic introduction to modern business theory and practise. Students take four subjects that address such crucial topics as accounting techniques, research and quantitative methods, the HRM function in modern organisations, and marketing strategies.

The Certificate is both a stand-alone qualification and the first year of the four-year Bachelor of Business Studies (Hons) programme. Students that successfully complete this year can enter the second year of the BBS (Hons), where they will have the opportunity to specialise in a field of particular relevance to them.

Location Flexible Learning

The Certificate can be taken through distance education at Laois Third Level, Bracklone Street, Portarlington.

Audience

This programme attracts students eager to understand the core subjects of business life. While many students are from the private sector, the subjects studied have such a wide application that the programme attracts a diverse student body.

Accreditation

The Certificate in Business studies is accredited by the National University of Ireland (NUI). It is at level 6 (Minor Award) on the National Framework for Qualifications (NFQ).

Fees

The programme fee, which includes matriculation and examination fees, is €2,980.

Financial Accounting

This course explains the key principles and techniques of financial accounting. Students will learn about different accounting systems; the purpose of accounting records; and the preparation and analysis of profit and loss accounts, balance sheets, and income and expenditure accounts.

Quantitative Methods

All organisations, whether operating commercially or otherwise, must undertake research and analyze relevant data. This course explains the principles of business research and the mathematical techniques used when examining the results of that research. Among the specific topics addressed are the preparation of surveys, population samples, and linear regression and correlation.

Managing IT/Managing Human Resources

This course explores the proper management of two of the most crucial components in an organisation. The first part of the course considers such topics as the role of IT in the workplace and the appraisal of investment in new IT systems. The second part turns to human resources, examining the responsibilities of the HR manager in today’s workplace.

Business Administration and Marketing

This course describes and assesses the proper organisation and control of a business unit and examines one especially vial business function: marketing. It covers, among other things, financial and administrative controls, best-practise in day-to-day operations, and marketing strategies.

For more information

Visit http://www.ipa.ie or contact: mmorrin@portarlingtonaec.ie