Business Studies - Marketing and Sales 5M2102
This practical one-year business course is designed to provide an excellent foundation for learners wishing to progress to Business Degree Programmes at Third Level. This course will allow the learner to build skills in marketing, retail sales, communications, bookkeeping and information technology. This course also provides learners with the knowledge and core business skills to enter employment directly. Students will gain foundational knowledge in the areas of marketing and sales. They will develop effective and persuasive written and oral communication skills, and the ability to research, interpret and use business and financial data and information. This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.
Business Administration Skills 5N1610
Marketing Practice 5N1400
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Retail Selling 5N1619
Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised 5N1354
Spreadsheet Methods 5N1977
Word Processing 5N1358
QQI Level 5 Award in Business 5M2102
Student Contribution: €175
QQI Exam Fee €50
Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
- Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent
- Pre-entry guidance meeting
Mature applicants welcome
At registration students will be requested to complete the necessary documentation in order to complete a successful garda vetting process. Garda clearance is a mandatory requirement for work placement
Graduates of this course can apply through the CAO or the Higher Education Links Scheme to pursue higher and advanced certificate or degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities, and Universities. The number of places available may be limited. Applicants should verify specific linked awards and eligibility criteria with the respective Higher Education Institution.
Career Opportunities include: Graduates will be equipped with the necessary skills to work in small to medium enterprise as a manager. The skills acquired will be easily transferable to any business discipline.
3rd Level Progression Examples:
University of Galway
Business Information Systems
Commerce
Law and Business
Business Studies
Arts
Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Galway
Bachelor of Business
Business Information Systems
Marketing and Sales
For more information on third level progression links, visit:
- CAO - Course Search
- Careers Portal - QQI Graduate Course Finder
Instructional video on using Careers Portal to find a course
If you require further information on progression pathways from this course email: progression.gti@gretb.ie
Full-time registered students of GTI may access a range of adult education courses at a reduced fee.
Students may be awarded the opportunity to participate in a 2 or 3 week fully funded European work placement as part of this course.
Ciara McGagh
I chose the Level 5 Business Studies – Marketing and Sales course as I didn’t feel ready to go straight into university, but I wanted to build on valuable skills that would be transferrable into university and the workforce. During my time spent in GTI so far, I have studied a wide range of topics across modules such as Bookkeeping, Spreadsheet Methods, Marketing Practice and Retail Selling. Studying Marketing and Retail Selling gives you many real-life examples and helps you get a better understanding of both topics.
I have attained better time management skills, interpersonal skills, research skills and IT skills from these modules. It helps a lot that all the tutors are very helpful and are willing to help you no matter what. I would encourage anyone who has an interest in sales and who wants to get a better understanding of marketing to apply to the Business Studies – Marketing and Sales course here at GTI as it opens so many doors not just in education but for potential work opportunities as well.
GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
Email laura.silke@gretb.ie
