Program Overview

Certificate in Business & Digital Skills | Part-time

Overview

The Certificate in Business and Digital Skills (Level 6, 30 ECTS) will equip learners with practical skills and knowledge in core areas of business. Through the unique combination of modules, learners will explore organisational behaviour (theory and skills applied to a variety of industry settings), acquire digital skills (necessary to a modern business environment) and develop an understanding of the importance of marketing communications in the promotion and future sustainability of a business.

Aims and Objectives

The objectives of the Certificate in Business & Digital Skills programme are:

• Provide learners with an understanding of the various roles and functions of business within the wider professional, social, economic and cultural environment.
• Provide learners with the opportunity to engage the sub‐fields of marketing and IT.
• Develop in learners a range of core interpersonal skills, characteristics and attitudes for learners to work collectively and individually within a business environment.
• Encourage learners to develop digital, written and communication skills.

Delivery

All classes will take place live online and will be recorded.

Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirements for this micro-credential programme are:

• Leaving Certificate applicants who have achieved 5 O6/H7s, including English or another language or a full Level 5 FETAC/QQI Award or equivalent.
• Applications for the Certificate in Business and Digital Skills are via the Springboard website and are subsequently administered by the DBS Admissions Office.
• Applicants whose first language is not English and who have not previously undertaken a relevant qualification taught in English must provide evidence of proficiency in English language equivalent to B2+ or above on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Mature Students

Mature students over the age of 23, on the year of admission to the programme, are also eligible to apply and will be assessed on the basis of age, work experience and previous learning.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Applicants who do not have a Level 6 qualification may also be considered through the college’s normal RPL procedures. Relevant professional experience may be considered and individuals will be assessed on a case-by-case basis through DBS RPL procedures.

Modules

• Organisational Behaviour, 10 ECTS
• Digital Skills and Literacy for Business, 10 ECTS
• Contemporary Marketing Communications, 10 ECTS

Structure

The Certificate in Business & Digital Skills is a 24-week programme delivered over two semesters in one academic year. Modules will be delivered live online.

Career Opportunities

A range of employment opportunities is possible in areas such as business, marketing, sales, operations, data administration, and people development. Due to the broad spectrum of career opportunities for business and digital skills, we identified employment opportunities which require a mix of knowledge and practical skills that learners will acquire throughout the programme.

Eligibility

For information on eligibility and funding eligibility requirements, visit the Springboard+ website.

Application Procedures

The application procedures are in 2 stages. First, DBS will contact you in relation to collecting your academic documents to ensure you meet the minimum entry requirements of the programme you have applied for. Then, closer to course commencement, we will contact you again in relation to information on the uploading of the required documentation in order to ensure you meet the Springboard+ Eligibility Criteria.

Awarding Body

Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI)

Duration

1 Academic Year

Study Mode

Part-time (2 evenings per week)

Award Level

Level 6 Special Purpose

ECTS Credits

30

Fees

Free for participants

Next Intake

March 2025