Ballsbridge College of Further Education

Day Courses: Programme for September 2010

Chinese with Business Studies
FETAC Certificate in Business Studies (BBSXX) - NQAI Level 5

Ballsbridge College Students China’s rapid and sustainable economic growth has seen it become the world’s 3rd largest economy by 2009, and potentially the largest in the decade ahead. China’s 1.3 billion people have begun a process of integration into the global economy, particularly since joining the World Trade Organisation in 2001.

More importantly, in the current economic crisis, China appears to be the first large economy to begin the recovery process (Irish Business in China; Meeting the Intercultural Challenges, UCD Confucius Institute of Ireland Report, October 2009, p3).

Recent research shows there is now significant demand for Mandarin Chinese teaching programmes in Irish post-primary schools due to the growing awareness of its potential for academic, career and trade opportunities (Demand for Mandarin Chinese Teaching in Irish Post-Primary Schools, UCD Confucius Institute for Ireland, November 2009, p36).

This course is designed for students who would like to gain skills, knowledge and confidence to do business in and with contemporary China. It provides participants with the knowledge of wider cultural and social issues that underline many aspects of business practice in modern China as well as offering Mandarin Chinese language training.

Students on this course will be equipped with the relevant skills and knowledge to cope with the rapidly changing needs of the international employment market.

Course Content

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  • Chinese Language (Mandarin)
  • International Trade
  • Business Law
  • Applied Economics
  • Business Administration
  • Intercultural Studies
  • Information Technology
  • Communications
  • Work Experience

Higher Education Links

For information on all relevant Higher Education Links visit Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC), Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS), the Central Applications Office (CAO) and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, application processes and scoring systems with the Admissions Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit the CAO website.

Examples of Progression to Higher Education

- Full-time Courses:

- Part-time Courses:

  • Graduates may progress into Year 1 of the Institute of Public Administration's (IPA) part-time, NUI-accredited, Diploma in Business Studies or Bachelor of Business Studies (Hons) and can also avail of additional subject exemptions. Visit the Institute of Public Administration website or contact the IPA directly for further details.

- Overseas Links:

  • Students with a Merit / Distinction profile in their final results, may gain entry into Year 2 of Honours Degree in Business Studies in Swansea Metropolitan University in Wales.
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Courses planned for September 2010

- Business:

- Community and Public Sector:

- Computing and Multimedia:

- English (EFL):

- Property:

How to Contact Ballsbridge College

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Address: Shelbourne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 6684806
Fax: +353 1 6682361
Web: www.ballsbridgecollege.com
Email: info@ballsbridge.cdvec.ie

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