Higher Diploma in Business
Course Summary
The Higher Diploma in Business programme is geared toward the international market. It aims to provide learners with an awareness of the theory, concepts and methods pertaining to the field of business and management.
It gives learners an appreciation of the inter-relationships between business functions and processes. Extensive knowledge and understanding of the contemporary business environment and an awareness of the need for adaption and change are core sub-fields. Upon completion of the programme, learners will be able to: evaluate knowledge in the field of business, apply a range of analytical skills, and analyse business environments to aid decision making and implement change.
- Strategic Management*
- Financial Management
- Business Ethics & Corporate Citizenship
- Cross-Cultural Organisational Behaviour*
- Digital Marketing Theory and Practice
- Management Accounting
- Doing Business in New and Emerging Markets
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- English (2 modules)
- The English language modules help learners to develop their spoken and written English. As the programme shares modules with the Business School's BBS Honours programme, students are provided with opportunities to study alongside domestic students, thereby enhancing their learning outcomes and English fluency.
*year-long modules
The Higher Diploma in Business programme offers learners a pathway to Masters level study. Upon successful completion of the programme, and having gained a 2:2 or higher, graduates may apply to the MBS programme at level 9.
Please find information on fees and funding here: www.dkit.ie/fees
This programme is delivered through English, therefore, an advanced level of English language proficiency is required.
International Office
Phone: +353-0429370350
Email: international@dkit.ie
For international applicants, specific IELTs requirements apply.
| Course ID | DK_BBUSS_8 |
| Course Type | Add On |
| Study Mode | Full-Time |
| Level | 8 |
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Starting Date | September |
| School | School of Business & Humanities |
| Department | Business Studies |
| Credits | 60 |
| Awarding Body | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| Delivery Method | On Campus |
How To Apply
Apply Directly to DkIT
Apply directly to DkIT using our online applications system. Please remember to upload the required documentation (copies of your existing qualification(s), your CV, any other support documents etc) with your online application to expedite your application. To avoid disappointment early registration is recommended.
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.
