Proficiency Award 2 of Business
| Course Code | VBS109A |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Proficiency Award 2 |
| Payment Options | Upfront & Payment Plans |
| Delivery | Online & Correspondence |
| Duration | 1500 Hours |
Are you looking for a career change? or just want to learn a new skill? The Proficiency Award 2 In Business program has been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks. Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.
The Proficiency Award 2 In Business develops academic skills in learning and business. The course includes core skills in business, plus a range of elective units that students can choose from to suit their areas of interest.
The Proficiency Award 2 equips students with skills and knowledge that enable eligible graduates to progress onto a range of business disciplines, to enhance their career opportunities.
Core Modules These modules provide foundation knowledge for the Proficiency Award 2 in Business.
- Industry Project BIP000
- Bookkeeping Foundations BBS103
- Business Studies BBS101
- Marketing Foundations VBS109
- Research Project I BGN102
Elective Modules In addition to the core modules, students study any 10 of the following 23 modules.
- E Commerce BIT100
- Financial (Money) Management BBS104
- Freelance Writing BWR102
- Industrial Psychology BPS103
- Legal Terminology BWR108
- Management VBS105
- Marketing Psychology BPS107
- Personal Energy Management VRE105
- Personnel Management VBS107
- Sales Management BBS102
- Sales Skills VBS108
- Supervision VBS104
- Advertising and Promotions BBS202
- Bookkeeping Applications BBS203
- Conflict Management BPS201
- Entrepreneurship BBS204
- Ethics BPS217
- Event Management BRE209
- Internet Marketing BIT204
- Operations Management VBS201
- Business Coaching BBS304
- Business Planning BBS302
- Professional Practice For Consultants BBS301
Note that each module in the Proficiency Award 2 in Business is a short course in its own right, and may be studied separately.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Proficiency Award 2 in Business are suited to careers in the private and public business sectors across a range of industries and in fields such as general business, marketing, management, retail and other business services. Graduates who gain further specialised knowledge and skills can be suited to a range of careers within the industry based on their study discipline and areas of focus.
Major Areas of Study
The course covers a broad range of business topics such as business language and organisational communication through to accounting, marketing principles, statistics, technology for business, ethics and sustainability. Students can also select to focus on an area of their interest for part of the course including accounting, finance, human resource management, international business, information systems, marketing, or digital marketing.
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If you are an Irish citizen you may be eligible to receive financial support, meaning you can defer payment of your course fees. Additionally, if you are a resident of Ireland, you may also be eligible to receive a student grant under the Student Grant Scheme
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How will this course advance my career?
Learning Cloud programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks and Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.
Studies prove, time and again, that college-educated workers earn more than those with only a high school qualification. College graduates often enjoy additional benefits, including greater job opportunities and promotions. Though the proof for greater earning potential exists, some might wonder whether the cost of the education warrants the overall expense in the long run.
College Graduate vs. Non-Graduate Earnings
The National Centre for Education Statistics (NCES) analyses employee earnings data biennially, according to education level. Findings indicate that workers with a qualification earn significantly more than those without. Since the mid-1980s, education has played a large part in potential wages, with bachelor's degree holders taking home an average of 66% more than those with only a high school diploma do. While college-educated workers' wages have increased over the past two decades, those with only a high school education have seen decreases in annual salaries in the same time period (nces.ed.gov).
How else will I benefit from studying with Learning Cloud?
- Studying online or distance means you can study where you want and at your own pace.
- Receive career-focused training with practical, hands-on learning.
- All course materials are provided and all digital platforms are interactive, work on any device and designed to be fun.
- Recognition of Prior Learning or Skills Recognition may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.
