NR Business Administration L5
. Objectives of the Programme Module
To enable the learner to develop an understanding of organisation types and structures
To facilitate the learner to appreciate the impact of the internal and external factors which
affect a business organisation
To enable the learner to appreciate the functions of management including human resources
within a business organisation
To facilitate the learner to learn about meetings and produce associated documentation
To enable the learner to process business documents (in relation to sales, purchases,
stock control, insurance and human resources)
To enable the learner to understand the financial aspects of a business
To facilitate the learner to use a range of hardware and software associated with business
administration
To assist the learner in developing the academic and vocational language, literacy and
numeracy skills related to Business Administration through the medium of the indicative
content
To enable the learner to take responsibility for his/her own learning
Target Award
QQI Business Administration – 5M2468
Start Date: 02-09-2025 Hours/week: 02 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 30 weeks
NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English
Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway
Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners)
*Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Age Requirements
Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
Learning Aptitude
Applicants 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.
Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | Business Administration Skills (5N1610) | QQI |
1.Identify features of different types of business organisations
2. Explain a range of organisational structures, to include, hierarchical and flat structures
3. Explore the different types of departments within an organisation, the cooperation between
internal departments and the impact of the external environment on the business
organisation
4. Analyse the impact of the external environment on a business
5. Identify the main functions of management and the role and impact of Human Resource
management in an organisation
6. Examine a range of recruitment options for selecting and appointing staff and current
employment rights legislation as it pertains to the staff selection and appointment
7. Explain the need for quality, the role of quality systems, the various techniques and
processes which are used to ensure quality in different types of organisations, to include
manufacturing and service focused organisations, and quality accreditations available
8. Explore sources of finance for a business, distinguishing between long, medium and short
term finance and the need for and types of financial controls, to include cash flow
9. Examine different types of meetings held within an organisation, the function and role the
meetings and the associate documentation
10. Examine the insurance requirements of a business organisation, identifying appropriate
insurance for different types of risk
11. Implement and adhere to an organisation’s systems and procedures, to include, quality
management and or control systems, financial controls, employee procedures and health
and safety
12. Complete a range of documentation necessary for the effective function of meetings within
an organisation, to include agendas, meeting notes and minutes
13. Maintain a range of documents pertaining to human resources management and employees
within an organisation, to include, employment contracts, attendance records and personnel
files
14. Process a range of business documentation to ensure effective implementation of an
organisation’s financial and or quality systems and procedures
15. Use a range of hardware and software to provide administrative support
16. Carry out a range of administrative functions to support the effective implementation of
organisational management systems and procedures.