International Prospectus

Institute of Business and Technology

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Mission StatementWe strive to create the best learning-centricenvironment for our students, and to provide ourstudents with a quality, rounded education tomaximise their career opportunities and unlocktheir personal potential.

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02 Director’s Welcome03 About IBaT04 What Makes Us Different05 Welcome to Ireland06 Staff Profiles08 IBaT Accreditations10 National Framework of Qualifications11 Admissions12 Student Life

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28 International Applications30 How to Find Us

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14 (HETAC) Bachelor of Business Studies (Ord.) Pending16 (HETAC) Higher Certificate in Business 18 (FETAC) Certificate in Business Studies 20 (ICM) Graduate Diploma in Management Studies 22 (FETAC) Certificate in eBusiness Studies24 (FETAC) Certificate in Information Technology26 (ACELS) Interactive Business English

Welcome

Welcome to the IBaT prospectus. Choosing the rightInstitution for your college education is an importantdecision that will have a great impact on your future.

IBaT was founded with the specific aim of providingstudents with direct access to the methodologies andskills that employers’ value most. All IBaT students get arounded education, targeted specifically at enhancingtheir opportunities for employment and unlocking theirpersonal potential.

Our staff have been chosen not only for their excellence inteaching but also for their interest in working closely withtheir students. Our students are chosen on the basis oftheir academic potential, personal qualities and talentsfrom a large and internationally diverse pool of applicants.

Our campus in Burgundy House, Swords, offers a stateof the art facility customised with all of the facilities thatyou would expect from a modern progressive HigherEducation Institute. We are delighted to announce that wecan now accept CAO applications for our HETACprogramme.

During the summer of 2006, IBaT won the Best Companyin Fingal in the Fingal County Enterprise Board Awards.

Browse our prospectus, attend one of our open eveningsor drop in for a chat. I look forward to welcoming you toIBaT.

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DIRECTOR’S WELCOME

About IBaT

The Institute of Business and Technology (IBaT) is adynamic, modern insti-tute with high standardsof teaching and researchand a growing reputationas an institution forenterprise, employmentand opportunity.

IBaT is one of Ireland’smost modern educationalinstitutions. The Instituteprovides a range ofacademic programmes toa diverse range oflearners including Irish,EU and internationalstudents. IBaT has aninternational outlook andstudents from across theglobe choose to studyfrom our wide range of full-time and part-timeaccredited programmes.

The Institute’s prog-rammes span a range ofdisciplines, which include business and economics,accountancy, human resource management,marketing, IT, law, computing, and holistic massage.

IBaT has a reputation for providing a student friendlycampus environment with top of the range teaching

and research facilities. Ourstaff are among the mostqualified in Ireland withmany years of academicand commercialexperience.

The student population atthe Institute is expanding,and alongside the growingnumbers is a growingdiversity in thebackgrounds and roots ofour students. We areproud of this diversity ofstudents graduating fromour courses, andcommitted to continuing tomake the Institute as

welcoming and accessible as possible.

The Institute has top of the range lecturing facilities inBurgundy House which makes extensive use oftechnology. We have a generous student-to-PC ratioand the entire Institute has wireless Internet access.

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DIRECTOR’S WELCOME ABOUT IBaT

SSttuuddeenntt MMeennttoorr SSyysstteemmOur student mentor system sets us apart from otherinstitutions, and ensures a student-centred learningexperience. The student mentor system means you’llhave the opportunity to: ask questions, explore and trulyunderstand what you’ve set out to learn.

It is IBaT policy to nominate a student mentor across allfull-time programmes at the beginning of each academicyear. The student mentor is a visible and active linkbetween IBaT and the student body. The student mentor:• Listens to the concerns and questions of the

student.• Serves as the sounding board for

ideas/concerns.• Communicates with students and ensure they

are aware of IBaT resources and services.• Provides assistance, support, and guidance to

students.• Assists students with the student appeals

process

OOuurr TTeeaacchhiinngg MMeetthhooddssOur programmes are designed to prepare individuals foremployment and further education. The broad range ofbusiness and technology subjects available providescomprehensive exposure to the core areas of businessand management. Learning is something that happensboth individually and between you and your fellowparticipants. It is the way that you take in the theories,models, cases and other information that you areconfronted with, how you reflect upon them and how youapply them in your daily work life as well as in yourpersonal life.

At IBaT the focus of our teaching method is on creatinglearning together with our participants and staff. This isachieved through dialogue based and interactive lecturesand discussions. We believe that competencies are notdeveloped through a one-way communication, but ratherthrough a discussion of theories and the participants’experiences.

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WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

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SSttuuddyyiinngg iinn IIrreellaannddIreland is an ideal destination for international students.Our location is a great place to live and work – right atthe heart of North Dublin, the capital of Ireland. Dublinhas history stretching back over 1000 years but it ismore recently known as the centre of the worlds’s mostconsistently successful economy. IBaT is based in NorthDublin (Swords) which is one of the fastest growingareas in Ireland. North Dublin boasts the youngestpopulation in ireland with a busy social and sportingbackground and a strong ethnic mix. We are located ina town which combines its medieval origins with itspresent-day status of a modern, dynamic centre on thefringe of Dublin, close to the Irish and Europeanheadquarters of many multi-national high technologyindustries. On top of that, we are based beside Dublinairport, the epi-centre of much of the import and exportactivity that drives our economy.

EEccoonnoommyyIreland is a modern open economy, which was calledthe Celtic Tiger after economic growth averaged 10%between 1995-2000. The Irish economic model is seenby many countries as a benchmark to follow for itsintelligent education, taxation and industrial policies.Ireland is a global hub for business in constant demandfor talented people to drive future growth. The iIrisheconomy is still one of the highest growing economies inthe EU. Unemployment is very low with employmentcreation particularly strong.

CCuullttuurreeIreland is a beautiful scenic country, which boasts manyfamous areas such as the Ring of Kerry, the Burren, theGiants Causeway, and world renowned antiquities suchas Newgrange.

Ireland has become multi-cultural with all religions andfaiths represented in some way. Ireland as a society isvery open to new traditions and cultures. You can alsobe sure that a place of worship will be easily accessiblein Dublin city centre for most major religions.

SSttaannddaarrdd ooff EEdduuccaattiioonnModern Ireland offers a wide spectrum of educationalchoice. The standard of education in Ireland isparticularly strong and is among the best in the OECD.Higher education awards in Ireland are conferred by theHigher Education and Training Awards Council(HETAC). IBaT received HETAC accreditation in 2006for its Higher Certificate in Business. All our courses inthis prospectus are on the Irish Department ofEducation’s Internationalisation Register ofProgrammes.

The number of students in third-level education hasgrown from 18,500 in 1965 to more than 100,000 atpresent. Presently, nearly half of young people advanceto third-level, with around half of these taking degree-level programmes.

OOppppoorrttuunniittiieessThere are attractive employment opportunities in Irelandby working for multi-national companies or Irish-ownedbusinesses in a diverse range of sectors. Over 1000overseas companies have chosen to invest in Ireland astheir European base. Ireland also has strong economicties with the EU, Middle East, Africa, North America andAsia. Irish job growth continues to be exceptional andremains about 2 ½ times faster than employment gainsin the US and nearly 5 times faster than in the UK.

WELCOME TO IRELAND

GGeerraarrdd KKiieellyyEconomics and HRM LecturerGerard is Lecturer in Economics for Business, Microeconomics, HRM and Business Law andProgramme Leader for ACCA. He has previously worked as a journalist for the SundayTribune and the Sunday Business Post. Following his experience in the print media, Gerardjoined ISME, the Irish Small and Medium Enterprise Association, as Press & ResearchOfficer. Gerard holds a BA (Hons) in Economics and English from NUI Maynooth and aMasters (MA) in Journalism from Dublin City University (DCU). Gerard also holds aCertificate in Employment Law from Skillnets. His research interests include economicintegration, employment law & SME development.

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CCaatthheerriinnee OO’’RReeiillllyyStrategic Management and Corporate Policy Lecturer Catherine has a passion for learning and achievement and specialises in subject areas suchas strategic management, corporate policy, HRM and marketing/sales. Catherine is a formergraduate of Trinity College, UCD, and is currently researching her DBA in Nottingham TrentUniversity. She has gained vast management experience from both public and privateorganisations, including Holiday Inn International and Failte Ireland. Catherine also ran herown business for many years and thus has personal experience in SME management,survival and success.

KKaatthhlleeeenn HHaarrkkiinnInformation Technology LecturerKathleen is a Graduate of Dublin City University where she completed a Masters inMultimedia in 2004. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Computing as well as otherqualifications such as JEB, MOS, Certificate in Teaching and Learning to name a few.Kathleen has been lecturing since 2005 on a variety of courses including HETAC BA inBusiness, FETAC level 5 Information Technology and a number of web based courses.

OUR STAFF

JJoohhnn MMuurrttaagghhLeadership and Communications LecturerJohn has over 25 years senior management experience with a number of large multi-national companies in the Information Technology sector. During this period he wasresponsible for Customer Service Delivery, Business Operations and Supply ChainManagement for Ireland, Europe, Middle East and Africa. John was awarded anInternational Executive MBA by the Smurfit Business School (UCD). He holds numerousother educational qualifications, including Diplomas in Logistics Management awarded bythe Dutch Federation of Industry (DEBAK) and TEFL.

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RRoosseemmaarryy DDeenneehheerrBusiness LecturerRosemary combines a strong academic background with extensive experience in thebusiness sector, including a number of years managerial experience. Rosemary holds a BAin Business and HRM from the NCI and is soon due to complete her Masters Degree (MSc)in Education and Training Management from DCU. Rosemary is experienced in developingand delivering high quality programmes and brings a wealth of practical experience to herteaching practice. She lectures in Business, Business Management and PeopleManagement.

MMaarrkk DDeeaannInformation Technology LecturerMark is an IT professional with over 15 years industry experience. Over this period hehas accumulated knowledge and skills from numerous sectors ranging from educationthrough to manufacturing and banking. He has been involved in many IT roles includingsoftware developer, team leader, systems analyst, and corporate IT trainer. Mark holdsa Bachelor of Science from Trinity College and has lectured on both undergraduate andpostgraduate programmes as well as professional programmes such as ACCA.

OUR STAFF

The Institute of CommercialManagement is a globally recognisedand respected Foundation dedicated tosupporting business, personal andprofessional development. Promotingsustainable social and economicdevelopment at all levels, in all

economies, the Institute is committed to providing highquality global education, training and consulting serviceswhich raise performance standards for business, promotelifelong learning and create professional status forindividuals.

The Institute of AccountingTechnicians in Ireland hasbecome the leading accountingtechnician body in Ireland. TheInstitute’s qualification isrecognised worldwide and

substantial exemptions are offered to graduates of thiscourse with the senior accounting bodies. The IATIqualification is awarded by the Institute of CharteredAccountants in Ireland.

The Association of Chartered CertifiedAccountants is the largest globalprofessional accountancy body, with110,000 members and 260,000 students inover 170 countries. ACCA’s professionalqualification is respected globally and itsaccess to companies, governments,

regulators and practitioners around the world gives it aunique perspective on financial management andaccountability in the public and private sectors.

HETAC (The Higher Education andTraining Awards Council) is thequalifications awarding body for third-level educational and traininginstitutions outside the universitysector in Ireland. HETAC awardsqualifications at all levels of highereducation and training up to PhD level.

HETAC was established on 11 June 2001, under theQualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999. It is thesuccessor to the National Council for Educational Awards(NCEA). NCEA has played its part in the economicdevelopment of the country for more than a quarter of acentury.

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IBaT ACCREDITATIONS

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)Certification is the only MicrosoftOffice certification recognised bybusinesses of all kinds. FETAC(Further Education and TrainingAwards Council) has accreditedthe Microsoft Office Specialist

(MOS) units on the National Framework ofQualifications of Ireland (NFQ). MOS at Core Level iscomparable in standard to awards at Level 4 on theNFQ. Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) at ExpertLevel is comparable in standard to awards at Level 5on the NFQ.

With over 3.5 million participants,the European Computer DrivingLicence (ECDL) is the world'slargest vendor-neutral end-usercomputer skills certification and isinternationally recognised as theglobal benchmark in this area. The

ECDL is designed specifically for those who wishto gain a qualification in computing to help themwith their current job, develop their IT skills andenhance their career prospects.

BTEC vocationalqualifications aredelivered in over

2,500 centres, with over 400,000 students registeredin 2005-06. They are provided by just one awardingbody - Edexcel. BTEC combines both applied andpractical learning. It has developed an assessmentsystem that combines internal and externalassessment within established quality assuranceprocedures. BTEC course have been designedclosely with employer groups and professionalbodies.

The Advisory Council for EnglishLanguage Schools (ACELS) wasestablished to control standards inEFL schools and organisationsthrough an inspection/recognitionscheme. ACELS administers thescheme which leads to School

Recognition by the Department of Education &Science.

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ITEC qualifications are supported byindustry and are easily transportablenationally and internationally. ITECqualifications have been accreditedby the Qualifications and CurriculumAuthority, on behalf of the Departmentfor Education and Skills in the UK.

IBaT ACCREDITATIONS

NNaattiioonnaall FFrraammeewwoorrkk ooffQQuuaalliiffiiccaattiioonnssThe National Framework ofQualifications (NFQ) is asystem of ten levels. It isdesigned to capture alllearning, from the initialstages to the mostadvanced. The NFQprovides a way ofrelating foreign qual-ifications to thenearest comparablequalification inIreland.

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NATIONAL FRAMEWORK OF QUALIFICATIONS

At IBaT we offer two entry routes to our courses - throughthe CAO system and directly to IBaT.

CCAAOO AApppplliiccaattiioonnStudents under the age of 23, on 1st January of the yearof entry, who wish to apply for any HETAC undergraduatefull-time programme can make that application throughthe CAO system. Application forms and copies of thecurrent handbook are available from the IBaT AdmissionsOffice or from the CAO directly. More detailed informationregarding CAO deadlines and the CAO applicationprocess can be obtained by contacting the CAO at:

Tower House, Eglinton Street, Galway. Phone: +353 91 509800 Web: www.cao.ie

MMaattuurree SSttuuddeennttssIBaT welcomes applications from mature applicants. Amature applicant is defined as 23 years of age or over, on1st January of the year of entry, when applying for theirprogramme.

TTrraannssffeerr AApppplliiccaattiioonnssThe Institute welcomes applications from students holdingqualifications from other accredited institutions anduniversities.

DDeeffeerrrraall ooff AAccaaddeemmiicc YYeeaarrStudents wishing to defer a period of time (normally oneacademic year) from the Institute must notify theAdministration Office in writing, in advance of the deferral.The deferral is at the discretion of the Academic Director.

IInntteerrnnaattiioonnaall AApppplliiccaattiioonnssThe Institute applies the Institutes of Technology CentralEvaluation Forum (IOTCEF) for applicant scoring. Thepurpose of the IOTCEF scoring system is to provide acentral scoring system for applicants presenting schoolleaving qualifications other than the Irish LeavingCertificate and FETAC Level 5/6 examinations.

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NATIONAL FRAMEWORK OF QUALIFICATIONS

ADMISSIONS

SSttuuddyyiinngg iinn DDuubblliinnStudying in Dublin is a truly unforgettable experience forany international student. The city has an increasinglyinternational population but nevertheless retains a trueIrish flavour. Dublin is the primary centre of education inIreland, with several reputable higher educationinstitutions.

SSttuuddyyiinngg iinn SSwwoorrddssSwords is perfect for student life; vibrant and full ofactivity, yet compact enough to get around easily. Thereare countless pubs and numerous restaurants and cafesin the Swords area too. Culturally, Dublin has it all:cinemas (mainstream, international, and independent),major theatre productions, concert halls, art galleries andmuseums, and numerous clubs and venues for dance,urban, jazz, rock, pop, and folk music.

CCoolllleeggee FFaacciilliittiieessThe college is particularly well resourced in terms ofsupport and information, and facilities are improving allthe time, with a new chill-out room, coffee dock, andample computing facilities. Our coffee dock provides anarea for students to relax and mingle with fellowcolleagues.

IITT aanndd LLiibbrraarryy RReessoouurrcceessIT resources available to students include new wirelessInternet access, PCs, printing facilities, Student Intranetand Moodle, which is the new course managementservice. Moodle is ideal for all students, full-time and part-time as it provides close collaboration between thelecturer and students. Our library is a developing facilitywith currently over 300 titles; students have access tosignificant Internet resources and subscriptions.

WWoorrkkSituated near Dublin, IBaT is ideally located to networkwith leading businesses and employers’ based here. Notonly are our courses up-to-date with the latest industrydevelopments, but we have some of the best lecturersfrom business and industry backgrounds. There are alsomany part-time work opportunities in Dublin for thosestudents wishing to supplement their income whilststudying (international students are usually permitted towork up to 20 hours a week during term-time).

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STUDENT LIFE

SSppoorrtt aanndd iinntteerreesstt ggrroouuppssGet involved in sport! There are plenty of opportunities to join local sports clubssuch as football, cricket, tennis and badminton. We encourage students to joina club or activity in which you have an interest. These interest groups caninclude academic related, charitable, cultural, performing arts, political,religious, competitive and non-competitive sports.

Now, more than ever, sport is a vital part of college life as it offers all itsparticipants the opportunity to remain fit and healthy and enables students tobalance the pressures of academic life. Local sports clubs include: SwordsCeltic Football Club, St Finians GAA Club, Swords Rugby Football Club andMalahide Cricket Club.

TTeenn tthhiinnggss ttoo ddoo iinn yyoouurr ffrreeee ttiimmee

1. Go to the cinema in Swords Pavilions Shopping Centre.2. Take a walk in the local park around Swords Castle.3. Visit the Central Library in the Ilac Shopping Centre on Henry St, Dublin 1.4. Visit the National Museum of Ireland in Collins Barracks, Benburb St,Dublin 7.5. Go to the seaside – it’s on your doorstep. Visit coastal attractions such asMalahide and Portmarnock.6. Go on the official bus tour of Dublin City.7. Take a cultural tour to Newgrange – 5000 years old.8. Visit the West of Ireland – Connemara where the Irish language is stillspoken.9. Attend a local Gaelic Football or Hurling match, the national sports ofIreland.10. Join a local sports club.

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STUDENT LIFE STUDENT LIFE

“Students will gain invaluable practicalinsight from the experienced lecturing team”

Course OverviewThis course is designed to offer students progression from the Level 6 HigherCertificate in Business. This degree programme builds upon the areas ofmanagement, ICT, Finance and Business which are introduced to students inthe Higher Certificate programme. The programme is for school leavers whowish to pursue a career in business, management or related fields and alsomature students who wish to improve their career prospects. Students willbuild upon their introduction to business and management functions todevelop a range of skills, including analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary in the modern business environment.

CertificationThis programme has been designed in consultation with HETAC, the HigherEducation & Training Awards Council, to provide a pathway to students tofurther professional qualifications such as progression to Honours Degrees(HETAC Level 8) or directly into employment. HETAC is the qualificationsawarding body for third-level educational and training institutions outside theuniversity sector in Ireland.

Career ProspectsThe Bachelor of Business Studies is designed to prepare individuals foremployment in the private and public sectors and further education. Studentsmay develop careers in the following areas: industrial relations, sales andmarketing, manufacturing and operations, hospitality and travel, accountingand financial services, HR, legal and clerical positions.

INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Bachelor of Business Studies (Ord.) HETAC Level 7 (Pending HETAC approval)

CAO Course CodeBY051 - (Full-Time)

Entry RequirementsApplicants for this course will beassessed according to the IOTCEF(see Admissions page 11 andInternational Applications page 26).

Duration3 Years (Full-Time)

Course FeesThe course fees are €6,250 per year.

How to ApplyStudents can enrol for this coursedirectly by contacting IBaT at 01-8075055 or email [email protected].

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“Students will gain invaluable practicalinsight from the experienced lecturing team”

Year 1——————————Introduction to Business——————————Business Applications——————————Business Communications——————————Financial Accounting 1——————————Marketing——————————Business Mathematics——————————Microeconomics——————————Management Accounting 1——————————Human ResourceManagement——————————Systems Analysis andDesign—————————— 15

Year 2—————————— Services Management——————————Management Accounting II——————————Internet and E-Business——————————Quantitative Methods——————————Macroeconomics——————————Financial Accounting II——————————Corporate and BusinessLaw——————————Enterprise and Innovation——————————Organisational Behaviour——————————Project——————————

Year 3—————————— Corporate Finance 1——————————Operations Management ——————————Corporate and BusinessLaw 2——————————IS Management 1——————————Strategic Marketing——————————Strategic HRM——————————Strategic Management——————————Corporate Finance 2——————————IS Management 2——————————Consumer Behaviour——————————

Staff ProfileCatherine O’Reilly - Course Lecturer “The course syllabus, developed by IBaT Swords, reflects the multiplerequirements of today’s business world. It seeks to provide students witha deeper understanding of business studies whilst developing practicalskills in management and administration. The students will gaininvaluable practical insight from the experienced lecturing team who havea wide knowledge of the national and international business world.”

Progression—————————— On completion of Year 1 andYear 2, students will beawarded the HigherCertificate in Business.

Students will be awardedthe Bachelor of BusinessStudies (Ord.) oncompletion of Year 3.

“This course will improve my employment prospects in the future”

Course OverviewThis programme will provide students with the relevant knowledge and skills toenable them to make a significant contribution within modern business,commercial or administrative environments. The programme is for schoolleavers who wish to pursue a career in business, enterprise or related fieldsand also mature students who wish to improve their career prospects. Thelearning process in this course involves lectures, tutorials, practicals,workshops, case studies and interactive learning. Lecturers activelyencourage participation in classes. This course is particularly strong on bothfinance and information technology.

CertificationThis programme has been designed in consultation with HETAC, the HigherEducation & Training Awards Council to provide a pathway to students tofurther professional qualifications such as progression to Ordinary or HonoursDegrees, ACCA professional exams and directly into employment. HETAC isthe qualifications awarding body for third-level educational and traininginstitutions outside the university sector in Ireland.

Career ProspectsThe Higher Certificate in Business provides an excellent base for any studentembarking on a career in business. Graduates may find employment in avariety of business positions where strong knowledge of either finance orinformation technology is either a requirement or a definite asset. The blend ofbusiness skills gained by students on this programme makes them attractivecandidates for a range of employment opportunities.


Higher Certificate in Business HETAC Level 6

CAO Course CodeBY001 - (Full-Time)



Course FeesThe course fees are €6,250 per year.

How to ApplyStudents can enrol for this coursedirectly by contacting IBaT at 01-8075055 or email [email protected].

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Semester 1——————————Introduction to Business——————————Business Applications——————————Business Communications——————————Financial Accounting 1——————————Marketing——————————

“This course will improve my employment prospects in the future”

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Semester 2——————————Business Mathematics——————————Microeconomics——————————Management Accounting 1——————————Human ResourceManagement——————————Systems Analysis andDesign——————————

Semester 3——————————Services Management——————————Management Accounting II——————————The Internet and E-Business——————————Quantitative Methods——————————Macroeconomics——————————

Semester 4——————————Financial Accounting II——————————Corporate and BusinessLaw——————————Enterprise and Innovation——————————Organisational Behaviour——————————Project——————————

Student ProfileSyeda Ambreen Hasan - Higher Certificate in Business “This course prepares you for the work environment. It will improve myemployment prospects in the future because it has a blend of businessapplications, accountancy, economics, HRM and other relevant areas.This will meet the requirements of most jobs I am interested in. The multi-cultural class produces a good learning environment. Lecturers are veryfriendly and open to questions. They give personal attention to eachstudent whenever they can.”

“Provided a good understanding of the basicconcepts and core subjects of business”

Course Overview

This programme will provide students with the relevant knowledge and skills toenable them make a significant contribution within modern business,commercial or administrative environments. This course aims to equipstudents to meet the needs of a growing economy for personnel with businessadministration and information technology skills. Students will be introduced tothe diverse aspects that comprise a business enterprise or other organisation.They will also gain an understanding of the concepts and processes ofmanagement. Opportunities exist for those who meet the qualifications athigher certificate level to ordinary bachelor degree level.

CertificationThis programme has been designed in consultation with FETAC, the FurtherEducation & Training Awards Council to provide a pathway to students tofurther professional qualifications such as progression to the Higher Certificateand Ordinary Degree and directly into employment.

Career ProspectsAs the programme combines practical learning with fundamental businessconcepts, it provides an excellent base for any student embarking on a careerin business. Graduates may find employment in a variety of business positionswhere knowledge of either business or administration is either a requirementor a definite asset. The blend of business skills and work experience gainedby students on this programme makes them attractive candidates for a rangeof employment opportunities


Certificate in Business StudiesFETAC Level 5

Course CodeBBSXX

Entry RequirementsNational Vocational Certificate Level1, Leaving Certificate, LeavingCertificate Applied or equivalentqualifications Curriculum Vitae orInterview Mature Applicants (23 Yrs)with relevant life and workexperience

Duration1 Year (Full-Time)

Course FeesThe course fees are €x,xxx per year.

How to ApplyStudents can apply directly bycontacting IBaT at 01-8075055 oremail [email protected].

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“Provided a good understanding of the basicconcepts and core subjects of business”

Semester 1——————————Applied Economics——————————Business Administration——————————eBusiness Studies——————————Communications——————————

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Semester 2 ——————————Marketing Practice——————————International Trade Practice——————————Behavioural Studies——————————Work Experience——————————

Assignments

Continuous assessmentapplies all year round andrepresents roughly 60 percent of the final grade.Assignments are to becompleted during theyear. There is an end ofyear assessment thatrepresents the roughly 40per cent of the finalgrade.

Student ProfileMuhammad Junaid Awan - ICM Diploma in Business Studies“The Diploma in Business Studies provided a good understanding of thebasic concepts and core subjects of business like economics, businessadministration, marketing and accounting. The lecturers are verycompetent and highly qualified. This course will benefit me in the futureas I wish to pursue a career in accountancy and finance. It was great tostudy in Ireland because it is such a beautiful country and life is sointeresting.“

“Broadened my knowledge of HRM anddifferent management perspectives”

Course OverviewThe programme aims to provide the knowledge, understanding and skills for learnerswishing to develop their careers in management or to expand their existing skill base intheir current employment. This advanced level management programme is regularlyselected by employers seeking a suitable programme of study for their middle and linemanagers. The structure of the programme ensures that participants are able todevelop both academic knowledge and practical management skills. The qualificationalso gives entry to a range of other post graduate programmes. This course is aimedat existing or mature students and those in current employment who wish tocomplement their work experience with a practical qualification. In particular, it offers anattractive curriculum for adult learners who may not have been involved with educationor training for some time.

CertificationOn successful completion of the examinations students are awarded the ICM GraduateDiploma in Management Studies and may use the designatory letters Grad.DMS aftertheir name. The qualification also entitles them to apply for full Membership of theInstitute.

Career ProspectsIncreasing competition between national and international companies calls for a greaterdegree of ability and professionalism on the part of all managers. On successfulcompletion, graduates will be equipped to pursue career opportunities as managers ina wide range of areas. The qualification also gives entry to a range of other postgraduate programmes.


ICM Graduate Diploma in ManagementStudies

Course CodeGDMS



Course FeesThe course fees are €5,750 per yearFull-time.


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Semester 1 (part 1)——————————Customer Service——————————Marketing Management——————————

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Semester 2 (part 1)——————————Human ResourceManagement——————————Strategic Management——————————Advanced Diploma (Oncompletion of Part 1)

Semester 3 (part 2)——————————Corporate Policy——————————Financial Management——————————

Semester 4 (part 2)——————————Leadership Studies——————————International BusinessEnvironment——————————Graduate Diploma (Oncompletion of Part 2)

Student ProfileMofida Takioullah - Graduate Diploma in Management Studies“The teaching method was very interactive. I discovered different culturesin my class from as far away as China, Nigeria and India. There was agood mix of cultures and nationalities. The course broadened myknowledge and understanding of HRM and different managementperspectives. As part of corporate policy we could use our ownexperience when developing the project. The lecturers took a keeninterest in our personal development.”

Student ProfileFrank Kiernan - Graduate Diploma in Management Studies“I found studying part-time at IBaT very flexible. There was always agood atmosphere about the place. I have brought my knowledge Igained from the Graduate Diploma in Management Studies into mywork as a public servant. It has been very valuable to me inprogressing my career.”


Course OverviewThis FETAC Level 5 programme has been designed to provides a comprehensiveintroduction to eBusiness, or business that takes place online. eBusiness isincreasingly important in our networked world of global transactions and globalcompetition.

This programme will provide students with the relevant knowledge and skills to enablethem make a significant contribution within modern business and IT environments. Thiscourse aims to equip students to meet the needs of a growing economy for personnelwith information technology and business administration skills. Students will beintroduced to the Internet, Database Methods, eBusiness Studies and Communicationsin the first semester.

They will also gain an understanding of Marketing Practice, Web Authoring, andSpreadsheet Methods in the second semester. Opportunities exist for those who meetthe qualifications at higher certificate level to ordinary bachelor degree level.

CertificationThis programme has been designed in consultation with FETAC, the Further Education& Training Awards Council to provide a pathway to students to further professionalqualifications such as progression to the Higher Certificate and Ordinary Degree anddirectly into employment.

Career ProspectsCareer opportunities include web design and management, administration,computing, banking, insurance, travel and many other business serviceorganisations. Work experience is undertaken as part of this course.


Certificate in eBusiness StudiesFETAC Level 5

Course CodeBEBXX

Entry RequirementsNational Vocational Certificate Level1, Leaving Certificate, LeavingCertificate Applied or equivalentqualifications Curriculum Vitae or Interview Mature Applicants (23 Yrs) withrelevant life and work experience


Course FeesThe course fees are €x,xxx per year


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Semester 1 (part 1)——————————The Internet——————————Database methods——————————eBusiness studies——————————Communications——————————

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Semester 2 (part 1)——————————Marketing Practice——————————Web Authoring——————————Spreadsheet Methods——————————Work Experience——————————

Assessment

Continuous assessmentapplies all year round andrepresents a strongpercentage of the finalgrade. Assignments are tobe completed during theyear.

Student ProfileMofida Takioullah - Graduate Diploma in Management Studies“The teaching method was very interactive. I discovered different culturesin my class from as far away as China, Nigeria and India. There was agood mix of cultures and nationalities. The course broadened myknowledge and understanding of HRM and different managementperspectives. As part of corporate policy we could use our ownexperience when developing the project. The lecturers took a keeninterest in our personal development.”

“The qualification I will gain from IBaT isrecognised throughout the world”

Course OverviewThis programme will provide students with the relevant knowledge and skills toenable them make a significant contribution within modern business, IT oradministrative environments. This course aims to equip students to meet theneeds of a growing economy for personnel with business administration andinformation technology skills. The Certificate in Information Technology willintroduce you to the basic principles, technical skills and theories used incomputer software applications, operating systems and the administration ofan IT network.

Students are introduced to the Internet, Database Methods, ComputerProgramming and Communications in the first semester. Meanwhile, in thesecond semester student will gain an understanding of Computer Architecture& Systems, Web Authoring, Spreadsheet Methods.

CertificationThis programme has been designed in consultation with FETAC, the FurtherEducation & Training Awards Council to provide a pathway to students tofurther professional qualifications such as progression to the Higher Certificateand Ordinary Degree and directly into employment.

Career ProspectsCareer opportunities include web design and management, administration,computing, banking, insurance, travel and many other business serviceorganisations. Work experience is undertaken as part of this course..


Certificate in Information TechnologyFETAC Level 5

Course CodeCITXX

Entry RequirementsNational Vocational Certificate Level1, Leaving Certificate or equivalentqualifications and/or relevant life andwork experiences.Curriculum Vitae or Interview


Course FeesThe course fees are €x,xxx per year.


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Semester 1——————————The Internet——————————Database Methods——————————Computer Programming——————————Communications——————————

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Term 2——————————Computer Architecture &Systems——————————Web Authoring——————————Spreadsheet Methods——————————Work Experience——————————

Assignments

Continuous assessmentapplies all year roundwith assignments to becompleted during theyear.

Student ProfileMotaher Hossan – National Diploma in Information Technology forPractitioners “I liked the college because the lecturers are very friendly and teach uslike friends. This is very helpful for creating a good learning environment.Swords is a lovely town with all the facilities you would expect from a bigtown close to Dublin’s city centre. The qualification I will gain from IBaTis recognised throughout the world.”

Course OverviewIn today’s business and professional world, the ability to communicate effectively inEnglish has become essential for business success. This course introduces keybusiness concepts and topics and develops practical skills within real businessscenarios, including presentations, negotiations, telephone-handling, meetings anddiscussions. Using an interactive approach, students participate in problem-solvingtasks, case studies and business simulations. Students are also encouraged to sit theIrish Department of Education and Science approved exam “Test in InteractiveEnglish”.

On completion of the programme students should be able to:• demonstrate fluency and confidence in speaking and listening skills in both

social and business contexts.• participate confidently at business meetings (make presentations, manage

meetings, etc). • display telephone etiquette (message taking / giving and telephone

communication).

CertificationThe Advisory Council for English Language Schools (ACELS) was established tocontrol standards in EFL schools and organisations through an inspection/recognitionscheme. ACELS administers the scheme which leads to School Recognition by theDepartment of Education & Science.

Career ProspectsThis programme is targeted at students who use or intend to use English in a businessor social environment.


Interactive Business English

Course CodeACELIBE

Entry RequirementsThe minimum entry level for studentsis level B1 as defined by the Councilof Europe 6-level Scale. Thiscorresponds to Intermediate Level(IELTS level 4).

DurationThe course is delivered over 12weeks consisting of 16 hours tuitionper week.

Course FeesThe course fees are €1,650.


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Unit 1 - BusinessGrammar & Vocabulary——————————Business English Grammar——————————Business English andGeneral Vocabulary——————————

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Unit 2 - BusinessCommunication,Speaking & Learning——————————Make and PreparePresentations——————————Conduct Meetings andHandle Negotiations——————————Conduct/Attend Interviews——————————Telephone Skills andTelephone Communication——————————

Unit 3 - Reading &Writing——————————Develop effective readingskills ——————————Reports, Memos & Letters——————————Read and UnderstandBusiness Articles, Reportsand Texts——————————

Unit 4 - Test ofInteractive EnglishPreparation——————————Student Investigation of aTopic of Interest——————————Students Select & Read aBook in English——————————Students maintain aLogbook to RecordInformation on the ThreeTasks——————————

Student ProfileJerome Ngassa - Interactive Business English Language Programme“The course was very well constructed. I had the opportunity to improvemy English skills that I had learned in school. I am now able to presentmy knowledge and apply it in English. It gave me great confidenceacademically and socially in terms of presentations. Personally, thiscourse has set me up for academic success. It was a small class and thelecturer was very nice.”

SSttuuddyy VViissaa AApppplliiccaattiioonnStudents requiring a visa to travel and study in Irelandneed to apply for a study visa through their local IrishEmbassy/Consulate. If there is no Irish Embassy/Consulate in your country, contact our Dublin officeon 00353-1-8075055 or [email protected].

AApppplliiccaattiioonn gguuiiddeelliinneess ffoorr IIBBaaTTThe best way to start the application process is tocontact your local education consultant in yourcountry. To make an application to IBaT you mustcomplete the International Application form. The formcan be downloaded on www.ibat.ie. You need toensure that you include the following with yourapplication:

• A fully completed IBaT International Applicationform. • Copies of all your educational documents (High School and University, if applicable) including a transcript of results for all subjects taken.• Your IELTS exam score sheet. *see below• C.V./Resume detailing your academic/work historyyear-by-year with no gaps. • Two reference letters in sealed envelopes, signedon the flap by the referee.• Copy of relevant pages of passport and twopassport-sized photographs.

*IELTS: This is the International English LanguageTesting System. If a student has achieved a sufficientscore in IELTS they may progress to their chosenprogramme.

If students are below the sufficient IELTS score theymay enroll for the ACELS Interactive BusinessEnglish programme in IBaT. When you apply for yourStudy Visa you are given a Visa Reference Number.You should email the Admissions Office [email protected] immediately with this number so wecan follow up on your case with the Irish Departmentof Justice – which is responsible for issuing StudyVisas. For more information go to the ‘InternationalStudents’ section on our website: www.ibat.ie, or logon to www.justice.ie.

IIBBaaTT IInntteerrnnaattiioonnaall OOffffiicceeThe Institute has established an international officebased in Karachi, Pakistan, which provides adviceand support for IBaT’s international students.

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Lida Hughes, IBAT International Office, Dublin

SSttuuddeenntt MMeennttoorrAll full-time students are assigned a student mentor at thebeginning of each academic year. The student mentor:listens to the concerns and questions of the student,communicates with students and ensures they are awareof IBaT resources and services and provides assistance,support, and guidance to students.

AAccccoommmmooddaattiioonnIBaT can provide a host family service for internationalstudents with an Irish family close to the college*. Thehost family experience will assist those students whoneed more time to arrange their own accommodation aswell as an ideal opportunity to integrate into Irish life andculture. The Institute also provides an airport pick-upservice for students arriving at Dublin Airport. The hostfamily and airport pick-up service must be pre-bookeddirectly with the Institute.*An additional charge applies for airport pick-up and host family service.

IInndduuccttiioonnIBaT hosts an induction day for all full-time students onthe first day of their programme. This is a greatopportunity for students to understand the way IBaTworks and more generally it is a welcome day to Ireland.Students are issued with the programme timetables, theInstitute’s rules and regulations and IBaT processes andprocedures. Attendance is mandatory for all full-timestudents.

MMeeddiiccaall IInnssuurraanncceeAll non-EU students studying in Ireland are required tohave full medical insurance to cover their entire stay in thecountry. The medical insurance procedure for full-timenon-EU students is explained on induction day. Eachstudent is issued with a policy certificate and a ‘helplinecard’. Student medical insurance cards are issued oninduction day. For further information contact our Dublinoffice on 00353-1-8075055.

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PakistanIBaT InternationalOffice,Office #508, ParkAvenue,Sharah-E-Faisal,Karachi, Pakistan.Phone: 0092-21-4300703-04 Fax: 0092-21-4300705 E-mail:[email protected]: www.ibat.ie

IndiaMr Bhanu KaushikB-8 Green ParkExtension,New Delhi 110016,India.Phone: 0091-11-26537556/7Email:[email protected]: www.ibat.ie

BangladeshMr Sumon TalukderJiban Bima Tower (7thFloor),10 Dilkusha C/A,Dhaka-1000,Bangladesh.Phone: 0088-02-9564217Email:[email protected]: www.ibat.ie

NepalMr Ashesh MaharjanEuroppa EducationalConsultancy CenterPVT LTDPO Box 8817,Hariharbhawan,Lalitpur, NepalPh: 00977-1-5541820Email:[email protected]:www.europa.edu.np

ChinaMr Hongwen SunService Center forStudying Abroad ofSouthwest ChinaUniversity,17F Room 12, PlatinumBusiness Age 2,27# Qinglong Street,Chengdu, PRCPh: 0086-28-66425433Email:[email protected]: www.swuvisa.cn

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IBaT is located just 2.5 kilometres from Dublin Airport and the college is well served bypublic transport. Dublin Bus services to and from Swords include:

230, 33, 33A, 33B, 33N, 41, 41A, 41B, 41C, 41X.

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Disclaimer

The information contained in the prospectus is providedas a guide for prospective students seeking admission tothe college. While every effort has been made to ensurethe information contained herein is correct, the college isnot liable for any errors or omissions. IBaT reserves theright to cancel, suspend or modify any of the modules,programmes or accreditation bodies described in thisdocument. Course commencement is dependent onstudent demand. The course fees will not be refundedonce a course has commenced.

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International Prospectus