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BUSINESS PROGRAMMES

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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LIFELONG LEARNING

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

If I am not doing Accounting in the Leaving Certificate, can I still apply for these programmes?

Yes, the core fundamentals of accounting are delivered in Year 1.

 

Is there a European language requirement for the Certificate in Business?

No. However, learners who wish to take French or German as a first year elective should have taken these subjects at Leaving Certificate level.

 

How are marks generally allocated in the first year exams?

Final Examination at end of year: 70%
Continuous Assessment: 30%

 

How much time is spent in work placement in Ireland or abroad?

There is no direct work placement period in these programmes; however learners are encouraged to work in their selected specialised area during their summer holidays.