Business and Corporate Law

Our one-year Business & Corporate Law programme gives you a practical foundation in Irish business and corporate law, along with the workplace skills that employers expect. You will learn how companies are formed and run, how contracts and employment law work in practice, and how legal offices operate on a day-to-day basis.

The programme blends case-based learning and professional communication with a structured work placement, introducing learners to the key concepts of legal administration to build confidence and employability. Graduates are well prepared for further study in Higher Education and careers across compliance, corporate governance, legal operations, financial services, HR and the wider business sector.

What Makes This Course Special

  • Learn practical skills and apply knowledge

  • Apply theory and knowledge in a range of career fields
  • Highly experienced teaching team
  • Opportunities for professional links and court visits
  • Excellent progression routes, including Round-Zero CAO links

Course Content

  • Business Law
  • Legal Practice & Procedures
  • Communications
  • Work Experience
  • Word Processing

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Criminal Law
  • Employment Law

Progression
Progress to further study and careers including:

  • Legal Services

  • Legal Secretary
  • Law Practice Assistant
  • Business Administration
  • Online Sales
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Step-up to a wide range of Higher Education courses

Entry Requirements

Certification

  • QQI Level 5 Certificate in Legal Studies 5M3789

Costs

  • You are required to pay the application and registration charges, but your tuition, examination and awarding body costs are free
    (see costs, fees and finance)

Garda Vetting
See the Garda Vetting details on the Entry Requirements Page

PLSS Code: 499281

Coordinator: Claire McGovern

 
Course is subject to minimum enrolment. The programme content shown is indicative and is subject to change according to Awarding Body requirements as well as enrolment and resources.