Bachelor of Business (Year 3) (L7, 60 ECTS)

Semester 1 

Business Information Systems 

Managerial Finance 

Company Law and Regulatory Environment 

Semester 2 

Corporate Reporting 

Business Modelling and Enterprise 

Applied Practice 3: Applied Human Resource Management 

Module 1:  Business Information Systems 

Module Aim 

This module examines the latest theories, technologies and applications used to support the modern business environment. Key areas such as the different types of Business Information Systems and how they are used for improving business performance will be analysed. Big data, data analytics and business models and their application in practice for the future working environment provide a key focus of this module. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Explain the concepts of data, information and knowledge as business/organisation assets. Describe the internal and external threats to these assets and how they can be secured and protected. 
2. Describe the different types of business information systems and how they are used for improving business performance. Using real world examples, explain the concepts of data analytics, structured, unstructured, streaming and big data. 
3. Describe in detail, using real-world examples, the development and operation of business models using concepts like the business model template. 
4. Describe the technologies, applications and practicalities of the future working environment. In addition, the role of the Cloud and the impact of technology on the environment. 
5. Explain in detail the concept of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Identify the main features and capabilities of a leading Enterprise Resource Planning System within a manufacturing context. 
6. Demonstrate competence in the use of an industry-leading, large scale ERP system.

Module 2: Managerial Finance 

Module Aim 

This module aims to develop the knowledge and skills expected of a financial manager in relation to financing and investing. The student will develop competencies in evaluating sources of finance and internal risk management techniques from a managerial finance perspective. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Explain the role and purpose of financial management and use financial analysis to evaluate the achievement of corporate objectives. 
2. Identify and evaluate alternative sources of long and medium-term finance. 
3. Calculate the cost of individual sources of finance and the company target rate of return. 
4. Carry out effective investment appraisal techniques. 
5. Assess policies for the management of debtors, stock, cash and creditors. 
6. Evaluate foreign currency risk exposure – internal risk management techniques and demonstrate the application of a forward exchange contract and money market operation to mitigate exposure.

Module 3: Company Law and Regulatory Environment 

Module Aim 

The module builds on the basic principles of company law and the role of the regulatory environment and the manner in which company law is regulated, administered and enforced in practice. Contemporary developments in company law and the regulatory environment will be investigated from a practical perspective. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Appraise the various types of corporate structure, the process of incorporation and the significance of corporate personality. 
2. Discuss the categories, duties, requirements, liabilities of company directors and other officers of the company, including the principles and structures of corporate governance and the obligations required by Company Law legislation. 
3. Differentiate between the different sources of capital and finance available to companies. 
4. Analyse company insolvency procedures and examinership. 
5. Apply research, analysis and problem solving skills to essays and hypothetical factual scenarios involving Company Law. 
6. Evaluate the role of Customs in dealing with the import and export of goods and services.

Module 4: Corporate Reporting 

Module Aim 

This module is a senior intermediate financial accounting module incorporating individual entity and group accounting, senior intermediate accounting topics, analysis of accounting information, and business ethics. The analysis and interpretation of financial statements situated in the regulatory structure of the accounting profession will be developed and applied. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Illustrate, analyse and interpret financial statements of individual entities incorporating appropriate adjustments. 
2. Prepare, analyse and interpret financial statements of groups incorporating appropriate adjustments. 
3. Exercise professional judgment in analysing scenarios, selecting the most appropriate principles contained in the syllabus, and applying those principles. 
4. Analyse and interpret financial statements, making insightful and reasonable inferences from the information contained therein. 
5. Demonstrate the ability to present information in a readily understandable form. 
6. Define up-to-date knowledge of developments in the regulatory structure of the accountancy profession as well as other current issues.

Module 5: Business Modelling and Enterprise 

Module Aim 

This module aims to develop the students’ business modelling and entrepreneurial skills to support effective startup and enterprise development. A key focus of the module will be on an enterprise’s capacity to adapt to its increasingly competitive environment and to identify opportunities for improvement which may lead to competitive advantage(s). It will also introduce the student to current practices underpinning organisational learning, which will enable an enterprise’s idea generation through effective resource management. In addition, the student will be enabled to critically analyse the mechanisms and supports available to potential entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Develop a business case or plan for a new startup (Entrepreneurship) or existing enterprise (Intrapreneurship), from initial concept through the many stages up to commencement of operations and production supported by recognised methodologies, effective business modelling. 
2. Exercise appropriate judgement in planning, design and management functions associated with successful enterprise development. 
3. Recognise potential opportunities for enterprise development and know where to seek assistance, developing effective cross-functional team effectiveness, underpinned by effective techniques for individual/team and organisational development and learning. 
4. Resource management–acquisition, selection, identification and exploitation and exercise appropriate judgement in the planning, design and supervisory functions associated with successful business management.
5. Implement advanced reflective practice and skills underpinning effective professional development. 
6. Apply effective techniques for individual/team and organisational development and learning.

Module 6: Applied Practice 3: Applied Human Resource Management 

Module Aim 

The purpose of this module is to facilitate the students in developing a critical view of Human Resource Management (HRM) in the context of modern society and management practice across industrial, commercial and service organisations. The module explores the changing nature of work, working lives and the employment relationship and evaluates the contribution of Human Resource Management and its practices to organisational effectiveness. The module will be applied to the candidates workplace and for those candidates that are not currently in employment, they will be supported with a live case study. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Examine the foundations of HRM and its relationship to the traditional practice of personnel management and industrial relations. 
2. Assess the contribution of people management aimed at improving organisational productivity, creativity and innovation. 
3. Evaluate the application of key areas of HR practice, such as workforce planning, resourcing, learning and development, performance, reward, engagement, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion. 
4. Propose recommendations aimed at improving an organisation’s HR strategy and HR practice in contemporary work situations.

To be eligible for this course, students must have attained a Higher Certificate in Business or an approved equivalent level 6 qualification.

2-3 evenings per week 6pm to 9pm (online) Plus selected Saturdays per 9am – 1pm (online).

€2,500

or 

This programme is funded under the Part Time Fee Scheme (SUSI) for Selected Undergraduate Programmes.

For more information on this scheme see https://www.irishstatutebook.ie/eli/2024/si/370/made/en/pdf

This is a Government Funded Scheme.

Students will be required to pay a deposit of €500 on registration, which will  be returned to the student on approval of SUSI funding for the student and the student’s active engagement during the first  four(4) weeks of the programme. 

For more information on funding and how to apply see https://www.susi.ie/funding-for-part-time-undergraduate-courses/

One Year

Successful graduates of this programme are eligible for Level 8 undergraduate business programmes within TUS and/or elsewhere.

This courses will prepare you for a successful business career. Areas you can specialise in include accounting, banking, insurance, marketing, human resource management, administration, retail services and computing. Our sought-after graduates have gone on to pursue a wide variety of careers in companies ranging from small indigenous Irish companies to large multinational corporations.