QQI Level 5 Business Administration course 2026
1st September 2026
6:30 pm
Location:
James O Keeffe Institute
Newmarket
Places remaining: 9
Cost: FREE
Terms & Conditions - Click Here 
START DATE: TBC- September 2026
DURATION: 9 months (1 academic year), part-time evening course
CLASSES: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 6:30pm
LOCATION: In person: IRD Duhallow, James O’Keeffe Institute, Newmarket
COST : Free for those seeking work.
ACCREDITATION: QQI Level 5
Register your interest in our fully funded QQI Level 5 Business Administration course starting in September 2025.
Once we receive your details, you will be invited to the Information Session on 10th June to learn more.
WHY SHOULD YOU DO THE COURSE?
- Advanced Skills & Knowledge: Information & Administration, Communications, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Bookkeeping, Payroll, Valuable Work Experience
- Increased Employability: The QQI Level 5 qualification sets you apart from other candidates and showcases an extra creditability to potential employers.
- Transferable Skills: Business administration skills are transferable across different sectors such as finance, healthcare, education, retail, and government. This versatility allows you to move between industries and broaden your career opportunities.
- Networking Opportunities: Enrolment in the course opens up the doors to like-minded professionals, instructors and industry contacts.
- Access to Further Qualifications: The course can serve as a stepping stone to even higher-level qualifications in Business or related fields.
POTENTIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
- Office Administrator
- Financial Administrator/Assistant
- Receptionist
- Executive/ Legal Assistant
- Customer/ Sales Service
- Human Resources Assistant
- Project/Operations Coordinator
- Procurement/ Supply Chain Assistant
WHAT IS NEEDED FROM YOU:
- Ability to commit to 2 classes per week 6:30pm-9:30pm (in-person) at IRD Duhallow
- Ability to allow for extra time for study and assignments outside of classes as needed
- Ability to commit to do 35 hours of work experience as part of the course in your own time
- Your own laptop to use throughout the course with Microsoft Office Package
- Ability to use a computer (You would need to be able to use email, the browser and MS Word to submit assignments -However, the course will start with 2 refresher classes on computers).
Individuals in receipt of a Job-seekers payment or other eligible payments must receive prior approval from INTREO Offices/DSP Scheme Areas to participate on programmes which exceeds 20 days in duration.
For further information or clarification, contact Monica at moniica.gilmore@irdduhallow.com Call: 029 60633.
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