Business Management 6N4310 (Self-Paced)
A mandatory module on our 6M4985 Business Major Award, or can be completed as a standalone module.
Course Summary
Welcome to the exciting world of Business Management! In this module, you will explore a wide range of organisations, from small start-ups to large multinational corporations, to understand their purpose, mission, vision, and objectives, as well as their structure. You will investigate the internal environment of an organisation, using a SWOT analysis to identify its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. You will also analyse the impact of external factors, such as political, economic, social, and technological forces, using a PEST analysis.
As you progress through the course, you will examine the need for organisations to adapt and manage change, exploring various techniques and tools for planning, management control, and measuring performance. You will evaluate budgetary and non-budgetary forms of control, as well as performance indicators. You will also explore the role of management within an organisation, including planning, organising, motivating, monitoring, reviewing, and controlling. You will examine the difference between management and leadership, and the impact of different management and leadership styles on group and individual performance.
The course will appraise the role of the human resources function and the human resource tools and techniques used to recruit, select, and appraise employees, as well as resolve conflicts within an organisation. You will learn to design a procedure for a management process within an organisation and an appropriate workflow system for a business-related task. You will also compile a report on a management process, including a review and evaluation of the process. Finally, you will evaluate the performance of an individual or group within an organisation, including objectives and performance indicators.
By the end of this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of Business Management and the skills necessary to be successful in a management role.
Course Content
Unit 0 - Introduction to Business Management
Unit 1 - The Business Environment
Unit 2 - External and Internal Factors affecting Organisational Strategy
Unit 3 - Business Management Role and Function
Unit 4 - Human Resources Management
Unit 5 -Management Communication and Workflows
Unit 6 - Policies and Procedures
Unit 7 - Finance, Controls and Ratios
Unit 8 - Report Writing Skills
Course Delivery - QQI Level 6 Business Management (Self-Paced) - 6N4310
- Online Classroom-based, face-to-face 'Live Tutor instruction in an online class environment.
- Workplace learning. Blended learning (hybrid model where a portion of learning is classroom-based and a portion of which is online learning.
- Tutor support available between classes (online, text, WhatsApp, email, telephone, face-to-face, and optional Lir Study Sessions).
Entry Requirements - QQI Level 6 Business Management (Self-Paced) - 6N4310
- ENTRY LEVEL:
- In order to commence this programme, you must have either successfully completed a programme at a level 5 QQI Certificate/ equivalent qualifications.
- If you do not have the required qualification they may also be eligible if you can demonstrate that you have the necessary skills to complete this module.
- If you have a Level 5 Certification and a computer skills qualification at Level 5 in Word Processing and Spreadsheets, and/or life/work experience at that level or higher.
- Reasonable Accommodation: If you have a disability, medical condition or learning difficulty: In line with the Equal Status Acts 2000 to 2015 - we provide reasonable accommodation to meet the needs of our learners to ensure fairness and equality with others. See Learner Supports for further information.
- COMPUTER SKILLS:
- IT/Computer Skills - sufficient working knowledge of computers.
- You must have access to a PC (desktop), laptop or mobile device with internet access, Windows 8 or later or a Mac with OSX 10.5 or later, a browser with the latest version of Microsoft Edge, Chrome, Firefox or Safari, Adobe Reader to view PDFs.
- Camera: Your device must have a working camera and audio. PC must be capable of playing video and audio files.
- Software: We can provide you with access to Microsoft 365 Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Teams).
- SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING:
- Blended Learning: You must be self-motivated and be able to take responsibility for your own self-directed learning, outside the 'Live' Tutor online classes as you complete your blended learning course, or in the Fully Online Self-paced modules.
- Be disciplined in self-directed learning in line with practical preparation, study, and reflection time where appropriate. You have to set time aside.
- You will be expected to: fluently read, draft, prepare and understand material which is relevant and reflects a broad personal knowledge. fluently read, draft, prepare and understand quantitative data. problem-solving within a group or a number of groups and independently.
- It is expected that you will have a range of learning styles, strengths and needs related to the programme and have the capacity to take responsibility for your own learning within the managed classroom and online environment, provided by Lir Business Services & Training Centre.
- RESIDENCY:
- Learners must reside in Ireland.
- INTERVIEW:
- The interview process ascertains existing levels of knowledge, skills competence and English language proficiency.
- A copy of your current Curriculum Vitae or certificate.
- ENGLISH LANGUAGE:
- Learners will also require a good command of the English language and have a recognised English language qualification.
- An assessment of English writing and comprehension may be given to ensure equivalency with English language speaking and learning to assess a minimum standard level.
- Leaving Certificate (H7/06 in English).
- English Language: This course is completed using the English language.
- QQI 5N1642 English as a Second Language (merit or distinction).
- QQI 5N0690 Communications Level 5 (merit or distinction).
- CEFR - Common European Framework for Languages (level B2 or higher).
- A competency test may be carried out for English language and literacy and/or computer skills to ensure that you have the skills necessary to complete the programme.
- IELTS Indicator Test The minimum score is 6 unless otherwise stated.
- TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition The minimum score is 92 unless otherwise stated.
- Duolingo English Test The minimum score required is 95 unless stated otherwise.
- Exam English If you are unsure of your current level, you can take a free test on sites such as this one.
- https://www.ieltsindicator.com International English Language Testing System - Academic The minimum score is 6 unless otherwise stated. https://www.ets.org/s/cv/toefl/at-home/ TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition. Test of English as a Foreign Language. Internet-based test (minimum score is 100 out of 120. Reading and Writing not less than 22. https://englishtest.duolingo.com/applicants. The minimum score required is 95 unless stated otherwise.
- If you are unsure of your current level, you can take a free test on a number of sites, like http://www.examenglish.com/leveltest/index.php, or contact Lir Reception (044) 9342754 to speak to a qualified person who can assist you.
- If you are unsure contact Lir Reception (044) 9342754 to speak to a Training Consultant who will be able to assist you.
Certification and Assessment - QQI Level 6 Business Management (Self-Paced) - 6N4310
Following the successful completion of this module, you will receive a QQI Level 6 component certificate in Business Management (Self-Paced) (6N4310) from QQI.
Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland.
Lir Business Services & Training Centre Ltd is registered with QQI, as a Private Training Provider, to offer programmes leading to QQI awards on the National Framework off Qualifications in Ireland (N.F.Q.)
Learner Progression: Learners who successfully complete this module may use the associated credits towards a relevant Major Award.
Assignment 1: 20%, Assignment 2 20% and Project: 60% Grading: Pass 50% - 64%, Merit 65% - 79%, Distinction 80% - 100%
6N4310 Duration
A Blended and Online Course with 'Live' Tutor classes, optional Virtual Office Hours and Tutorials. 6 x morning classes or 8 x evening classes plus self-directed learning with online support. Always check with Upcoming Course Schedule for start dates.
This course comprises of 1 module. The duration of this module is typically 150 hours. This is a combination of 50 hours of Directed Learning and 100 hours of Self-directed learning. The 50 hours of Directed Learning takes place in Classroom Attendance and 'Live' Tutor Online Classes. Self-directed Learning is learner-led, and it includes self-directed study, through Lir eLearning Hub.
This will entail preparation and reflection time on your part. There are Virtual Office Hours (Lir Study Zone) throughout the week also to give you the opportunity of meeting your Tutor online, if you have any queries.
Progression - QQI Level 6 Business Management (Self-Paced) - 6N4310
Upon successful completion of a Major award, learners can progress to an award on the next level on the NFQ.
Alternatively, the Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS) gives learners the opportunity to use their QQI Level 5/6 Major Award to apply through the CAO for a place in the first year of a higher education programme.
In some instances, progression is on the basis of specific Level 5 or 6 Major Awards, Learners should check with the higher education institution prior to commencement. Components (Minor Awards), or achievement of less than 120 credits, will not suffice for progression under the HELS
When can I start ? - QQI Level 6 Business Management - 6N4310
Lir Reception: To speak with a Training Consultant about your course, contact Lir Reception at (044) 9342754 or email training@lirbusinesscentre.com.
Lir Registration Form: Fill out the Lir Learner Registration Form online.
Frances
Director of Training/Tutor
frances@lirbusinesscentre.com
Joan
Training Co-Ordinator
joan@lirbusinesscentre.com
Brogan
Tutor/Facilitator
brogan@lirbusinesscentre.com
"An excellent, informative, and educational course that would help any business to follow logic, guidelines, and innovative ways to achieve success."
Hoda Nagib
Office Manager (2021)
"I work in an office and because of this course I could use flow charts to document how to do a task from start to finish. This helped other staff members in performing this task and made it much easier.."
Bernie Rogers
Learner (2021)
"This could be you ..."
Learner
(2022)
Self-Paced Course
(1 x Payment)
€330
- QQI Certified on successful Completion
- 1-to-1 Online Tutor Support
- Self-directed Learning in the Lir eLearning Hub
- Tutor Online Support
- Weekly Check-in
- Lir Mobile Course App
- Lir Microsoft 365 Software
- Lir Learner Supports
- Lir Community Chat
- CE Participant Rate (Contact Lir Reception 044-934 2754)
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