BB in Business and Management
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Course Overview
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of business management and prepares them with the skills to work managing a modern complex business.
Students explore diverse aspects of business operations, honing their analytical and critical thinking abilities to make informed decisions and investigate how organisations think and work in the world in which they operate. Additionally, the course emphasises effective leadership and communication skills, enabling students to manage teams, inspire innovation, and drive organisational success.
What makes this course different
100% of graduates from this course are in employment or further study after 6 months of graduating (DkIT/HEA Graduate Survey)
Understanding the Industry
It is the process of planning, organising, directing, and controlling the activities of a business or organisation to achieve its goals and objectives. It involves overseeing all aspects of a business, from finance and operations to marketing and human resources. Business and management professionals navigate complex challenges, adapt to evolving markets, and foster innovation to gain a competitive edge. They possess strong leadership skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to motivate teams towards shared objectives.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue a career in business or in business administration in the private or public sector with the potential to progress to management level.
Future Careers:
- Business Analyst
- Business Manager
- Business or Research Development Manager
- HR Generalist
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Entrepreneur
In these areas:
- Employee Relations
- Marketing
- Recruitment and Selection
- Project Management
- Logistics
- Fintech
Graduates work at
Course Delivery and Modules
- Financial Management
- The Resilient Graduate
- Human Resources
- Data Analytics for Business
- Operations Management
- Enterprise Development Project
- Economics
Or Studies Abroad Or Work Placement: Students can complete a work placement, study abroad with Erasmus, or continue with Year 3 modules.
Work placement
In Year 3 students have the opportunity to study abroad or to be placed in an organisation on a 12-week industry work placement.
This gives students a much broader experience for both their soft skills and technical skills. They can also gain contacts in industry to help them in their future career. Students who travel abroad can significantly improve their language skills and immerse themselves in another culture.
Education Progression
On completion of this course, students will be eligible to progress onto the Level 8 Add-On course: Bachelor of Business Studies (Honours). (This will be subject to student numbers. Where places are limited, offers will be linked to the final GPA achieved.)
Bachelor of Business Studies (Honours)
Bachelor (Hons) of Business Studies (Part-time)
Fees and Funding
Please find information on fees and funding here: www.dkit.ie/fees.
Entry requirements
In addition to the standard entry requirements below, there are the following Language Elective Requirements: French: Ordinary level grade O3 or Higher level Grade H5 at Leaving Certificate or equivalent. Spanish/German/ Chinese: No prior knowledge required.
- Standard Requirements for Leaving Certificate Applicants
- Standard Requirements for UK/NI Applicants
- Standard Requirements for QQI-Further Education Applicants
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How to apply
Apply on CAO
All standard entry first-year applicants must apply for entry through the CAO. See Important application dates for CAO and information for specific applicant types below:
Advanced Entry & Transfer Applications
Advanced Entry is for applicants who have previous educational achievements and/or work experience and want to be considered for direct entry into year 2, 3, or 4 of a course. This includes students looking to transfer to DkIT from another Higher Education provider.
International Application (non-EU)
International Applicants (not from or living in the EU) can apply through an agent or directly to DkIT to study this course.
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