QUALIFICATION/CERTIFICATION

QQI Level 5 Award in Business Studies 5M2102

Duration: 1 year

Practical Customs Training Course with IIFA Manual Handling

Fee: €50

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

Please note the components listed above may vary occasionally

HOW WILL I LEARN?

Throughout the year students will participate in a blend of classroom and on-line learning, together with off-site visits, presentations from industry leaders and independent study.

You will also receive Manual Handling Training and Practical Customs Training provided by the Irish International Freight Association (IIFA) which, Post-Brexit, is vital for employees of businesses who trade with the UK and countries outside the EU.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

A full Award is granted on passing the relevant eight components. You will be assessed throughout and at the end of the year (Continuous Assessment). On successful completion of each component, you will be awarded a Pass, a Merit or a Distinction grade.

WHAT WE WOULD LIKE FROM YOU!

This Business with Logistics & Distribution is perfect for the business student who would like more options in the future. Unlike many other Business Studies courses, this course concentrates on the Supply Chain within the company, which is where the money is made for the business to thrive. The Supply Chain is an exciting and expanding area of every business.

CAREER/PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES

Students will learn about Logistics, which is arranging for the right product to be delivered to the right customer on the right day and time, in the right condition and of course for the right price! Logistics is used in the majority of businesses in Ireland and throughout the world and is a beneficial and transferrable skill for successful students to have when working within and outside Ireland.

Education in this area will increase the options for the student who may not want to progress to University at present and would like to gain employment or perhaps complete a Logistics Associate Apprenticeship. Students may progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEI’s) through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme. This Award offers the opportunity to progress  to Business courses in UCD, DCU, Maynooth University, TU Dublin (Level 8 degree course in Logistics & Supply Chain Management) NCI etc.

Select Award code 5M2102 to see progression routes.

Please NOTE that the Statistics module above must be achieved at Distinction level for certain Level 8 degrees in lieu of Leaving Certificate Maths.

Past students are with DHL, DB Schenker & DX Ireland and attending Third level. The new Business type Apprenticeships (Logistics, Accounting Technician, Finance, Insurance, etc.) are also accepting Business Award QQI level 5 as an entry requirement equivalent to the Leaving Certificate

The Logistics & distribution industry is experiencing skills shortages across all sectors. This course together with the Customs Procedures Training, will ensure excellent job opportunities in the Logistics and Supply Chain industry.

Anne Gorecka of the Logistics Associate Apprenticeship said that it is “a great bonus to have this QQI Level 5 behind you” when looking for an apprenticeship position.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Any student over 16 years seeking entry to this programme does not need a previous formal qualification. Should the student have previous qualifications, one of the following may be advantageous for admission to the programme:

• Leaving Certificate/LCA

• QQI Level 4 Award

• Leaving Cert. / LCA

• Mature applicants welcome

• If English is not your first language you may be asked to complete an English assessment

• Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered. (RPL Recognition of Prior Learning)

SEE WHAT STUDENTS SAY

"l enjoyed the course because of the support and dedication from all my teachers who took us through the course step by step to the successful completion of the course. The Cathal Brugha staff made the journey easy and enjoyable. I was also very privileged to have the greatest support from my classmates who are very dedicated to achieving and excelling in the course and life. " Sizalobuhle 2024

"Choosing the Business with Logistics and Distribution course at Cathal Brugha FET College was the best decision I made, the teachers are very patient and helpful. The teachers made the course work really simple for me. I have built a good level of confidence that has made me apply for certain jobs I would not have applied for if I had not completed this course." Fisayo 2024.

I completed a course in Business with Logistics and Distribution at Cathal Brugha FET. This course is definitely a springboard for my future studies and career. My tutor was Róisín O’Sullivan. She is professional, helpful and very patient.

from Vitaliy Khmura (2023) Business with Logistics & Distribution now attending a Level 8 course at TU Dublin

I found the course very interesting and the support and encouragement from all the teachers was a great help throughout the year. I found the course was great preparation for my return to work and feel the knowledge I gained will help further my career in an exciting industry. Although I was slightly apprehensive about returning to full time education as a mature student, the support from the teachers ensured any doubts were soon forgotten.

from Hazel Dunne (2023) Business with Logistics & Distribution now in employment

I thought the course was a great beginning into logistics and there was quite a lot of work and great knowledge academically to break people into the logistics industry and also a great pathway into going on to study further into logistics and distribution. My favourite part of the course was freight forwarding and adding the knowledge to my experience was a brilliant insight into the industry. The course overall was delivered to a high standard.

from Adrian Caffrey (2023) Business with Logistics & Distribution  now in employment

Enquiries: roisin.osullivan@kmcfe.cdetb.ie

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