This module introduces key concepts in information systems, with practical lab based exercises using relevant business applications. Learners will also delve into the technical aspects of computer networks, the Internet, and emerging technologies like disruptive innovations and cloud computing.

1. Analyse current information and communications technologies (ICTs) and apply them to business problems.

2. Classify security risks to personal and business information and identify appropriate controls systems.

3. Collaborate using internet technologies and cloud systems.

4. Differentiate typical computer network implementations

5. Account for the implementation of the Internet

6. Manage and analyse business data using desktop applications.

This module introduces students to the principles of Business communications. It will enable students to develop key communication skills, oral, non-verbal and written to assist them to communicate effectively in business settings. Students will be able to identify, communication patterns that lead to effective communication; patterns that create barriers to good communication, and explore strategies to reduce or eliminate barriers to effective communication. The module also examines the changing role of business communications in the Digital Age.

1. select and apply specific communication skills to meet the demands of the business micro and macroenvironment
2. plan, design and deliver effective oral presentations, using appropriate medium for current business practices.
3. produce professional documentation following accepted conventions of design, structure and content which is grammatically and technically correct
4. demonstrate an understanding and have the skills to communicate and operate effectively in a co-operative working environment
5. discuss contemporary communication issues and their impact on communication processes in organisations

Human Resource Management (HRM) is the first of two modules in Human Resource Management. The other is Human Resource Development (HRD). Both modules aim to provide an overview of the essential areas of HRM. It will be taught in lectures and small classes with an emphasis on the practical operation of HRM in workplaces.

1. Outline the fundamental processes in HRM, the theoretical models underpinning HRM, and describe the historical development of HRM.

2. Outline Human Resource Planning and its contribution to the successful functioning of an organisation, and explain the process of recruitment andselection.

3. Explain the links between employee induction, turnover and retention and how a strategic approach to their management can increase the potential overall competitiveness and success of the organisation
4. Explain what is meant by workplace equality and demonstrate an understanding of the role of HRM in promoting equality.
5. Explain the concept of diversity and outline the benefits of diversity management for bothemployees and an organisation.

This module is designed to apply marketing and sales theory to a variety of business environments. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the stages of the selling process. In addition, students will be able to evaluate the importance of sustainability marketing in a modern business context. This module will develop students' transferable skills and competencies.

1. Explorethe marketing environment in which a range of consumer goods, services and industrial companies operate and make sales.

2. Examine the marketing and sales theories relevant to organisations.

3. Prepare and deliver a sales presentation including negotiating, closing the sale and following-up with customers.

4. Explain the marketing planning process that integrates with a companys overall strategy.

5. Explain the importance of sustainablemarketingto customers and sellers.

This module exposes the student to management accounting principles in relation to materials, labour, marginal and absorption costing systems and decision making . Once an understanding of the principles has been achieved, they will be applied in a variety of scenarios.

1. Apply the accounting treatment for materials, labour and overheads
2. Apportion and allocate costs to units of production in job, batchand service costing systems.

3. Apply and evaluate the principles of marginal and absorption costing.
4. Apply the principles of relevant costing to decision making scenarios

This module aims to provide students with the fundamental skills and capabilities required for setting up a business.

1. Explain the fundamental role of entrepreneurship and the main characteristics of entrepreneurs

2. Explore the elements involved in identifying product or service opportunities

3. Create a Business Model Canvas feasibility study, appreciate the importance of business planning and the relevance of the external environment

4. Explain thedifferent types of business ownership and their associated legal forms

5. Understand therole played by core business functionsin setting up a business

This module is intended to provide students with an introduction to a range of basic quantitative, statistical, analytic and computational skills and techniques which are of relevance in the business environment.

1. Calculate statistical data and represent this diagrammatically.

2. Apply mathematical functions and equations in the solving of business problems

3. Use time series modelling and regression analysis to identify data trends and to make business forecasts.

4. Calculate expectation and probability to solve practical business problems.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of thewide applicability of quantitative techniques in business.

This module builds on the foundations of macroeconomics. In applied macroeconomics, the economy will be analysed in the long-run (the classical model) and the short-run (keynesian model). In these models, we examine national output, the level of unemployment and the price level and show how government policies such as stabilisation policies or investment policies affect the macroeconomy. Case studies will be a feature of the module to take account of current developments. Students will identify, act on, and evaluate their professional and personal actions with the knowledge and appreciation of interconnections among economic, environmental, and social perspectives.

1. Describe and distinguish between the Keynesian and Classical schools of economic thought.
2. Analyse economic growth, the natural rate of unemployment and inflation in the long-run, and the effects of savings and government debt.
3. Construct and manipulate the IS /LM model as a framework for macroeconomic analysis in the short-run
4. Identify short-run and long-run issues in macroeconomics
5. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of current macroeconomic problems by applying theories to concrete cases.

6. Students will identify, act on, and evaluate their professional and personal actions with the knowledge and appreciation of interconnections among economic, environmental, and social perspectives.

This module provides students with a detailed understanding of human behaviour in organisations. Organisational behaviour seeks to understand, explain and predict individual, group and organisational behaviour in the workplace. To do this, it borrows heavily from sociology, psychology and to a lesser extent anthropology. Topics covered include, among others, personality, perception, group dynamics and organisational development.

1. Explain the scope of study in the fields of Behavioural Science and Organisational Behaviour.
2. Discuss the individual human perspectives on perception, attitude, learning, and personality.
3. Distinguish the interrelations between the individual, the group, and the organisation.
4. Analyse the social aspects of people, organisation, and managing diversity.
5. Assess the ethical dimensions of organisational culture, power, and reward systems.

Human Resource Development (HRM) is the second of two modules in Human Resource Management. The other is Human Resource Management (HRM). Both modules aim to provide an overview of the essential areas of HRM. It will be taught in lectures and small classes with an emphasis on the practical operation of HRM in workplaces.

1. Explain Performance Management and its associated processes including, interalia, coaching
2. Explain the factors which influence an organisation’s pay and reward decisions, and develop reward systems appropriate to the organisation
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the benefits of L&D for individuals and teams, organisations and society, and assess different approaches to the development of L&D strategies
4. Identify how relevant human factors affect health and safety behaviour and explain the role of the HRM function in promoting health, safety and wellbeing at work.
5. Explain the nature of the employment relationship
6. Describe how HRM practices are adapted when operating in an international context

Family businesses often outperform nonfamily businesses. One of the primary sources of success for business-owning families is their focus on ensuring continuity of both the business and the family. Enterprise Ireland has identified this area as particularly important in the West of Ireland and this module addresses many of the challenges associated with planning for family/small business and ownership continuity or succession planning.

1. Assist in developing a vision to grow a family/small business in the Irish and International markets.

2. Explain succession planningand hownext generationowners/leaders can preserve and enhance thefamilybusiness.

3. Analyse the range of ownership and leadership options to prepare owners and leaders for meeting an identified vision
4. Discuss the business and family governance issues required for business success and effective family decision-making
5. Explain the role organisational culture plays in helping to ensure continuity(succesison)

This module is an exciting and challenging accounting module which follows on from Fundamentals in Financial and Management Accounting. The module builds on knowledge and expertise from Fundamentals in Financial and Management Accounting and learners progress from preparing accounts for sole traders to preparation of accounts for partnerships and companies. This module has a practical and applied focus.

1. Prepare draft partnership and limited company accounts
2. Correctly identify, calculate and record accounting adjustments.
3. Prepare and reconcile control accounts.
4. Prepare accounts from incomplete records
5. Evaluate company performance by using standard ratios.
6. Discuss contemporary issues in financial accounting and illustrate the accountants role, incorporating ethical responsibilities.

This course offers students the opportunity to continue with a foreign language at level A1.2 and A2.1. The course will hone understanding of the cultural and contextual environment of the target language. It will further prepare students who wish to avail of international placement opportunities or of the Erasmus year abroad.

1. Listening reception: Can understand phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment) and can catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.

2. Reading reception: Can read very short, simple texts. Can find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and can understand short simple personal letters.

3. Written and online interaction & production:Can engage in basic social interaction, expressing feelings, actions, needs and responding to comments with thanks, apology, or answers to questions. Can complete simple transactions (e.g., ordering goods), can follow simple instructions and collaborate in a shared task. Can write a series of simple phrases or sentences linked with ‘and’, ‘but’,’because’, etc.

4. Spokeninteraction & production: Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities (e.g., family, other people, living conditions, educational background, present/recent job). Can handle very short social exchanges, even though may not be able to keep the conversation going.

5. Mediation: Can convey the main point(s) involved in short, simple texts on everyday subjects of immediate interest (e.g., personal wants and needs), provided these are expressed clearly in simple language. Can collaborate in simple, practical tasks, asking what others think, making suggestions and understanding responses. Can indicate understanding, agreement and can recognise disagreement.

6. Cultural aspects will be included in listening reception, reading reception, spoken interaction & production, written and online interaction & production, and mediation.

This module offers students the opportunity to continue with a foreign language at A1.2 or A2.1 level. The course will hone understanding of the cultural and contextual environment of the target language. During the year, students will undertake individual and group tasks to develop their competencies in spoken and written production as well as their ability to interact in the target language.

This module will prepare students who wish to avail of international placement opportunities or the Erasmus year abroad. Upon successful completion of this module students will be progressing towards achieving Level A2 within the Common European Framework of Reference.

1. Identify phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance (e.g. basic personal and family information, eating out, local geography, the environment and employment) and catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.

2. Select and find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus, and timetables and understand short simple personal letters.

3. Reproduce a series of simple linked phrases or sentences on areas of most immediate personal relevance and respond to comments with thanks or apology.

4. Communicate orally during routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities (e.g., family, other people, living conditions, educational background, the environment and employment).

5. Translate short, simple texts on everyday subjects of immediate interest (e.g., personal wants and needs), provided these are expressed clearly in simple language.

This module will build on learners elementary knowledge of the structure and vocabulary of the language. It will hone an understanding of the cultural and contextual environment of the target language. It will further prepare learners who wish to avail of international placement opportunities or of the Erasmus semester in Spain. The emphasis will be on improving communication and comprehension. There will be greater focus on grammar, conversational expressions and vocabulary in order to continue to consolidate comprehension and communication skills. Upon successful completion of this module, learners are deemed to have reached A1.2 Level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

1. Identifyphrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance (e.g.basic, personal and family information,eatingout,local geography,the environment andemployment)and catchthe main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.

2. Selectand find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses,menus,and timetables and understand short simple personal letters.

3. Reproducea series of simple linked phrases orsentences onareas of most immediate personal relevanceand respond to comments with thanksor apology.

4. Communicateorallyduringroutine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities (e.g.family, other people, living conditions, educational background,the environment andemployment).

5. Translateshort, simple texts on everyday subjects of immediate interest (e.g.personal wants and needs), provided these are expressed clearly in simple language.

 This module will give students an introduction into the area of the Irish legal process, legal research methods, EU law, contract, commercial, tort, employment and company law.

1. Explain and apply the principles of Irish Law and the legal process.

2. Explain the role and functions ofthe EU Institutions and apply the principles of EU Law.
3. Describe and apply the principles of Contract law and consumer legislation.
4. Explain and apply the principles of Tort Law.
5. Explain the principles of Employment Law.
6. Explain the principles in relation to the formation of a company.
7. Gather, analyse, and assimilate legal information from various sources, correctly reference legal sources and apply legal theories to case studies through research, critical analysis and reasoning.

This year long module covers the language syllabus at CEFR level B1.2 and offers learners the opportunity to continue their study of Irish at lower intermediate/intermediate level. The course will also further enhance understanding of the social and cultural context of the language and will incorporate the study of Irish language media and film.

1. Reception: Listening: Demonstrate an understanding of the main points of clear speech on familiar matters, media programmes on current affairs or topics of personal or professional interest when delivery is relatively slow and clear.

2. Reception: Reading : Show comprehension of texts that consist mainly of high frequency, including descriptions of events and feelings.

3. Oral Interaction/Production : Deal with a range of situations while interacting in an Irishspeaking environment, extemporise on familiar topics, rationalise, explain, opine and narrate.

4. Written and Online Interaction/Production :Write simple connected text on familiar and personal topics, describe experiences and impressions.

5. Mediation: Text/Concept/Communication: Convey information given inclear, well-structured informational texts on subjects that are familiar or of current interest. Help define a task in basic terms, invite others to contribute their views and ask appropriate questions to checkunderstanding. Facilitate shared communication between people.

6. Show increasing responsibility for selfdirected learning.

7. Demonstrate a critical understanding of selected works of literature, film and media.

This module will introduce students to the world of financial services and will focus on personal loans and pensions. The module will prepare and facilitate students to undertake the Qualified Financial Advisor (QFA) examinations in Loans and Pensions by the end of the module. The module also incorporates relevant content to enable students undertake the CFA Institute 'Claritas' Investment Certificate following completion of Financial Services 1 and 2.

1. Assess a client’s loan requirements,compare housing loans in terms their characteristics and analyse the debt and equity release options available.

2. Understand and consider the long term loan offerings in the market place and the risks involved in securing this debt.
3. Analyse the main generic types of retirement planning needs a consumer may have at different life stages

4. Compare and contrast the main features, benefits, limitations and risks of the different generic types of investment linked pension policies.

5. Assess the different retirement benefit options, in terms of savings, investment, and drawdown and to compare the advantages and disadvantages of alternativeoptions for a consumer.

This module introduces students to the area of finance and financial management. It looks in detail at what financial management is and its relationship to financial accounting and management accounting. Students are introduced to interpretation of accounts, using standard ratios, with a view to making financial and investment decisions. Working capital and the management of core elements of working capital is discussed and also the area of personal finance.

1. Explain the role and purpose of financial management including the relationship between financial management,financial objectives and corporate objectives.

2. Analyse and interpret financial statements for the purposes of investment decisions.

3. Identify and collate the information necessary for a variety of working capital management scenarios.

4. Discuss contemporary personal finance issuesand illustrate appropriatesolutions to a number ofpersonal finance issues facing individuals.

5. Discuss contemporary issues in financial management such as Sustainability andESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) issuesand illustrate the finance professional’srole, incorporating ethical responsibilities.

This module is designed to give students an appreciation of the Irish taxation system. The module offers an introduction to Income tax, Corporation tax, Value Added Tax and Capital Gains Tax.

1. Examine and conclude on the territorial scope of both income tax and corporation tax and prepare appropriate computations of liability based on given circumstances.
2. Identify the filing and payment obligations of tax payers and/or their agents and understand the implications of non-compliance.
3. Prepare the capital gains tax liability of an individual and a company based on case study type senarios.
4. Calculate capital allowances and balancing allowance/charges arising on business assets for both income tax and corporation tax purposes.
5. Calculate a basic VAT return and identify when a sole trader is required to register for VAT

This module introduces the learner to tools and methods for conducting business analytics and data mining. In particular, this module develops the skills and competencies that form the early stages of the data mining lifecycle.

1. Manage, explore and cleanse business data for analytics
2. Execute data-driven analytics

3. Generate reports and visualisations
4. Apply data mining methods
5. Develop analytics solutions for finance and marketing functional problems

The objective of this module is to develop an appreciation and understanding of how various quantitative techniques can be used to facilitate problem-solving and decision-making in organisations and governments. The module takes students through step-by-step procedures for hands-on analysis of social science data. The module will help student to learn to interpret and discuss statistical results in a way the average person can understand. An important aspect of the module is that it takes you through all the material in R.

1. Appreciate and selectwith justificationappropriate quantitative methods to analyse business and social science data

2. Use quantitative methods appropriately with an understanding of the assumptions of each method

3. Evaluate and interpret results, recognising any limitations

4. Report findings in a clear, concise and well-structured manner

5. Demonstrate competence in the use of R for quantitative data analysis

This module builds on first-year Principles of Economics to provide learners with a broad overview of intermediate-level microeconomic theory and applications. All concepts are discussed intuitively, graphically, and mathematically focusing on the applied nature of microeconomic theory through real-world examples. In the first part, the module examines consumer theory and the theory of the firm, competitive markets and the desirable properties arising from competition. In the second part, imperfectly competitive markets and firms with market power will be considered. Thirdly, uncertainty and firms, consumers with limited information, externalities, and public goods will be reviewed. Fourthly, different market structures will be examined.

1. Use standard microeconomic analysis to explain and predict behaviour of individual consumers and firms.

2. Apply the rational choice framework to consumption and other decisions while being aware of the limitations of mainstream consumer theory and appreciate alternative approaches;

3. Explain the advantage of perfect competition in achieving efficiency and comment on its potential shortcomings in the context of welfare economics. Discuss how market failures occur and determine possible government policies to correct for them;

4. Formulate and address economic policy issues using the language and approach of economic analysis/theory; Translate economic ideas into equations and numerical examples and calculate quantitative answers to economic problems

Work placement will place students in an appropriate organisation to aid their learning journey in Economics and Finance.

During the placement students will have the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills they have learnt in an applied fashion and learn new skills relevant to current industry practices.

The placement may take place in Ireland or internationally, and all placements will be approved by the placement coordinator.

1. Develop skills in areas such as Interview preparation, workload planning, teamwork, problem solving, communication and project management.

2. Analyse the host organisation structure and describe the regulatory environment relevant to the organisation.

3. Integrate as a productive member of the host organization.

4. Critically evaluate their placement experience in terms of personal development and assess the effect of their placement experience on their future career prospects.

5. Participate in reflective practice and demonstrate an understanding of the need for ongoing and continuing professional development.

6. Demonstrate oral and written communication skills, individual initiative and, team work skills.

In this module students research a specified information systems issue and create a technological solution, using the knowledge and skills gained in the programme, complementing any deficits with independent study.

1. Analyse a business information systems issue and identify a solution.
2. Conduct a literature review on topics relevant to the business issue.
3. Exhibit information systems skills in the development of a business solution.
4. Apply project management techniques to the completion of the project.
5. Write and present a report on the project solution and/or prepare user documentation for the client.
6. Present and defend orally the project solution to the client and/or academic supervisor.

The Next Step – Careers Module develops the learner professionally and personally and equips them with the skills and knowledge to enable them to plan for and achieve their lifelong career goals. The module is aligned to ATU's Employability Statement and Framework which highlights the Institutes commitment to working with employers, ensuring that graduates are prepared for a constantly changing world of work. The Next Step combines a digital learning suite of resources and traditional live discussions that are informed by enterprise. A suite of online workshops facilitate and guide students actions and reflections, as they develop and fine tune a career portfolio. Learners will gain knowledge and skills in relation to the recruitment and selection process, and gain skills relevant to commencing in the workplace.

The online careers module provides students with a programme of career, personal and professional development that is grounded in a theoretical model, CareerEDGE (Darce, Pool, and Sewell 2007). The model of employability has become embedded in the Careers module and forms the architecture around which students' personal, career and professional development is based and delivered.

This module can be delivered as a blended or online module.

1. Apply active self reflection and research skills to create a sustainable career development plan.
2. Construct a comprehensive Career Development e-Portfolio.
3. Present and articulate professional skills and experience in an employment interview situation.
4. Identify, research and reflect on transversal employment skills.

The operations function is responsible for the production and delivery of goods and services to the marketplace. This module adopts a contemporary approach to operations management by promoting a global perspective in relation to locally produced goods and services. In addition to critical aspects of the operations function within an organisational context, students will learn about the role of global production networks and value chains. Specifically how these networks and value chains influence strategy, scheduling and execution, enabling production best practice at local level regardless of scale or industry.

1. Describethe role of operations management in building and sustaining organisational success.

2. Explore the processes of how products or services are produced and delivered to customers.
3. Discuss how the local context influences thetype of production organisations engage withandthe role of the global process in enhancing local production.

4. Describe how an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system works and how the major components (such as SOPs, MPS, MRP, purchasing, and shop-floor scheduling) relate to the making of the products/services.
5. Evaluatethe potential oflean and quality production measures for operationsto deliver goods and services to customers in a more sustainable way.

The purpose of the module is to give students a grounding in ethical reasoning & reflection, ethical principles, and ethical application. The module enables students to have an awareness of their own (inherited) ethical stances and value systems, and introduces them to the practice of formal ethical thinking. The module presents the main ethical approaches in the Western tradition, exploring their application to business functions and in business contexts in a globalised world. The module aims to give students an awareness of corporate behaviour and the purpose of corporate governance in directing and controlling this behaviour. Students will appreciate the influences that affect ethical decision-making and identify the factors that support professionalism in business.

1. Reflect upon, and gain deeper awareness of, ethical contexts, inheritances, and legacies (personal and historical).

2. Differentiate between, and discuss, the predominant ethical frameworks in the Western tradition.
3. Integrate ethical principles and frameworks into fundamental business functions and contexts.
4. Explain the necessity of good corporate governance and the relevant approaches and structures.
5. Describe the impact of corporate governance on organisations and behaviour.
6. Assess the factors involved in decision making and the characteristics of being a professional.

The aim of this module is to help students master the concepts, skills, and practices of effective business communications and negotiations.

1. Assess the major concepts and theories of negotiation and the purpose of communications.
2. Evaluate suitability of social media and online tools for Business Communication
3. Assess and reflect on interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, and negotiation style.
4. Develop facilitation/mediation skills and strategies for negotiations and conflict management.
5. Assess and discuss International and Cross-Cultural communications.

The module aim is to foster an understanding of management in the context of the social effects of technological innovation.

1. Think critically about management in the technologically enabled workplace of the 21st century;

2. Argue comfortably on issues relating to the technological developments in their socio-economic context;

3. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the technological forces shaping human behaviour and assess their impact in the workplace; and

4. Demonstrate an active interest in current debates and issues relating to technological induced cultural change within a community (business or otherwise).

The module introduces Learners to the business planning process and they learn to plan a project around key milestones and concepts, including the essential skill of raising finance and gathering talent.The different options of how to protect Intellectual Property are explored. The module teaches the Learner the key skills and principles required to fund a start-up and manage and support a new venture. Learners will be broken into individuals or teams and will be asked to research and present and defend a detailed Business Plan for a proposed new venture idea. The proposed new venture idea can have been identified in the New Venture Creativity module covered by the Learner previously.

1. Distinguish between different types of intellectual property ownership

2. Demonstrate an understanding of how to plan for the launch of a new venture

3. Be in a position to research and produce a detailed business plan for a new venture idea

4. Analyse a new venture from the perspectives of investors and funding bodies

5. Construct a persuasive presentation on a new venture proposal for a potential investor

Set at CEFR level B1.1, this lower intermediate course aims to build on the language competencies of learners who have studied French to A2.2 level or an equivalent standard.The course will continue to enhance understanding of the social and cultural context of the language.

1. Understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, leisure.

2. Understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency everyday or job-related language.

3. Deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken.

4. Write connected text on topics which are current or of personal interest, offer reasons and explanations.

5. Demonstrate autonomy in learning.

6. Interact in a multi-cultural environment.

Set at CEFR level A2 + this course aims to build on the language competencies of learners who have studied German to A2.1 or an equivalent standard. The course will also enhance understanding of the social and cultural context of the language. During the year, students will undertake individual and group tasks to develop their competencies in spoken and written production as well as their ability to interact in the target language and broaden their knowledge of German culture and society. Upon successful completion of this module students are deemed to have reached A2 Level of the Common European Framework.

1. Understand instructions, announcements and messages about familiar everyday activities and hobbies provided the delivery is slow and clear.

2. Extract information from a range of texts that consist mainly of high frequency every-day language on topics such as family life, employability, travel and holidaying, shopping, popular culture, and the environment.

3. Exchange basic information by text message, by email or in short letters and write about everyday aspects of their immediate environment e.g., people, places, a job, or study experience.

4. Communicate orally, at an appropriate level, on familiar topics in predictable everyday situations.

5. Use simple language to provide an approximate translation of short texts on familiar and everyday themes.

Set at CEFR level A2+, this module aims to build on the language competencies of learners who have studied Spanish to A2.1 or an equivalent standard. The module will also enhance understanding of the social and cultural context of the language. During the year, learners will undertake individual and group tasks to develop their competencies in spoken and written production as well as their ability to interact in the target language and broaden their knowledge of Spanish culture and society. Upon successful completion of this module, learners will be progressing towards achieving Level A2 within the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

1. Understandinstructions, announcements and messagesaboutfamiliar everyday activitiesand hobbiesprovidedthe delivery is slow and clear.

2. Extract information from a range of texts that consist mainly of high-frequency, everyday language on topicssuch as family life, employability, travel and holidaying, shopping, popular culture, and the environment.

3. Exchange basic information by text message, by email or in short lettersand write about everyday aspects of theirimmediateenvironmente.g.people, places, a job,or study experience.

4. Communicate orally, at an appropriate level, on familiar topics in predictable everyday situations.

5. Use simple languageto provide an approximate translation of short textson familiar and everyday themes.

The second of two modules covering the syllabus at CEFR level B2.1, this course offers learners the opportunity to continue their study of Irish at intermediate level. The course will also further enhance understanding of the social, cultural and literary context of the language and incorporate the study of Irish language media and film.

1. Demonstrate further understanding of extended speech, lectures and TV programmes provided the topic is reasonably familiar.
2. Demonstrate further understanding of texts concerned with contemporary problems and displaying particular viewpoints. Understand contemporary literary prose, albeit with some work.
3. Interact with a greater degree of fluency that makes interaction with native speakers easier. Take active part in discussion in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining own views.
4. Present clear descriptions on an expanded range of subjects related to fields of interest. Explain opposing viewpoints on topical issues.
5. Write clear text on an expanded range of subjects related to fields of interest and conveying reasons for taking or opposing a certain viewpoint. Write communications of increased complexity highlighting the personal significance of events and experiences.
6. Show a high degree of responsibility for self-directed learning.
7. Demonstrate a critical understanding of selected works of literature, film and media.

As the world becomes increasingly globalised, there is a risk that modern citizens may no longer recognise and value crucial societal differences that are implicit to other's cultures. This module aims to implement a practice of recognising and valuing cultural differences, so students are equipped to communicate respectfully around the world.

1. Recogniseand value cultural differences.

2. Identify and implementethical cross-cultural communication practices.

3. Promote and advocate for inclusivity.

4. Develop sustainable capabilities to adapt one’s behaviour toa variety of cultural settings.

On successful completion of this module the learner should know, understand and/or be able to demonstrate the specificity of Ireland's rich cultural heritage: linguistic, literary and musical culture in terms of Ireland's varied contributions to contemporary international culture . Drawing on the past to inform the present, insights into Ireland's musical, literary, linguistic and filmic heritage will form a unique introduction for the learner on this rich and varied subject bearing in mind the United Nations Developmental Goals of inclusively, cultural and societal sustainability.

1. Understand and explain the specificity of Ireland’s linguistic, literary and musical culture

2. Demonstrate the presence of the past’ in Ireland’s varied contributions to contemporary international culture .

3. Form informed insights into the specifically cultural aspects of Ireland’s heritage
4. Apply information in a critical and contextual manner.

This module looks at the role of the finance manager in making investment decisions – considered to be the biggest financial decision the finance manager will make. It looks at the subsequent financing decision. Students will be expected to display a through knowledge of the various sources of finance available to an organisation to assist in any particular investment decision undertaken.

1. Appraise capital investments through the use of appropriate methods as well as justify a recommendation.
2. Analyse and determine the effects of taxation/inflation/uncertainty on capital investment projects.

3. Explainthe role and purpose of financial management in the business and corporate environment and identify opportunities in the business environment where the finance manager can add value to decision making.

4. Evaluate appropriate sources of finance for particular situations.

Econometric techniques are used in a variety of fields, such as finance, international relations, management, marketing, psychology, medicine, and agricultural science. Some techniques specifically developed for solving economic problems have now found use in several of these disciplines. Newer econometric techniques to address specific economic situations and refinements of old econometric techniques are what keep the econometrics field an active field of study. Major corporations, banks, brokerage houses, governments at all levels, and international organisations like the IMF and the World Bank employ a vast number of people who can use econometrics to estimate demand functions and cost functions, and to conduct economic forecasting of key national and international economic variables.

This module introduces students to the theory and practice of modern econometrics at an introductory level. The module presents students with basic econometric methods to understand and evaluate the economic environment of governments and firms, without complicated mathematics and statistics. The emphasis throughout the module is on explaining econometric theory with several worked examples using data from a variety of fields.

1. Develop, estimate and interpret the classical linear regression model

2. Critically evaluate the classical linear regression model through regression diagnostics

3. Develop, estimate and interpret alternative econometric models with cross-sectional and time-series data

4. Develop the ability to evaluate the performance of alternative econometric models through the appropriate use of tests

5. Demonstrate the ability to implement econometric techniques using R

Economic evaluation refers to methods for determining the value of a policy, a project, or an intervention. Virtually any consumer, firm or public policy decision involves some sort of economic analysis. For minor decisions it may be sufficient to perform such analysis in your head or to use standard guidelines, but when making major decisions that involve a substantial amount of investment, it is helpful to follow a more explicit and comprehensive process to ensure that all significant impacts (costs, benefits and equity effects) are considered.

This module introduces the basic principles of economic evaluation and the different types of analysis that are available in the context of current practice guidelines. This allows students to learn about the current policy context of each of the methods covered, and their strengths and weaknesses to critically appraise their appropriateness to different contexts.

1. Distinguish between the various evaluation methodologies used in projects and policy evaluation.

2. Examine how inclusion of externalities, uncertainty and time can affect the evaluation process.

3. Analyse application of evaluation of projects and policy across various sectorsfor example, healthcare, transport, sustainable development

4. Identify type of analyses required to robustly evaluate policy/intervention and in turn demonstrate the ability to apply models and frameworksfrom the literature to inform an economic evaluation

This module follows on from Financial Services 1 and is designed to provide students with the ability needed to advise consumers across a range of financial services, including investment and planning. Students will be competent in the areas of financial investment and will use analytical skills to make appropriate recommendations to consumers regarding their financial planning options.

This module incorporates the relevant content needed to enable students undertake the QFA qualification and/or complete the 'Claritas' Investment Certificate award.

1. Analyse the maintypes of savings and investment needs that a consumer may have at different life stages, taking into account the impact of risk and volatility on investment classes.

2. Develop a comprehensive knowledge of protection, mortgage, investment and pension products available to allow the student to offer appropriate advice to meet client needs and priorities.

3. Apply appropriate analytical skills in concluding on relevant client recommendationsregarding financial planning.

4. Construct a comprehensive financial plan appropriate to the consumer,having identified their financial requirements, investigated the relevant options and concludingon the appropriate structure.

5. Integrate and apply all previous knowledge from Financial Services 1 module,relating to life assurance, loans and regulationto a comprehensive financial services case study.

This corporate finance module focuses on key corporate finance issues such as sources of finance, cost of capital, capital structure theories, impact on market values, company valuations as well as risk management. The student will gain problem solving skills and the ability to apply creative thinking skills across a range of corporate financial management scenarios.

1. Apply problem solving skills and creative thinking across a range of corporate financial management scenarios.
2. Demonstrate extensive knowledge of financial management concepts to allow him/her to contribute effectively in a business team context.
3. Assess cost of capital/sources of finance implications for corporate entities and justify your recommendation.
4. Apply foreign currency risk management techniques together with interest rate risk management techniques.
5. Perform business valuations in various alternative scenarios and provide advice in the context of a finance manager.

This module encourages students to identify their own economic and political preferences within a broad economic and political framework. It then considers a range of economic policy issues in an Irish context with a particular focus on the role of economics in public policy making.

1. Form a political view based on a broad economic and political framework
2. Position the Irish economy in the economic cycle
3. Position Ireland in the European and global macro-economy
4. Evaluate the economic impact of selected Irish economic policies
5. Research and write material that articulates Irish economic policy

The objective of this module is to examine how different decision theories, decision tools and data analytical and data visualisation approaches can improve the performance of employees and organisations, and to decide the types of business problems that these theories, tools and approaches can best address. Students will learn how to critically analyse the growing variety of data visualisation options. Learning materials include online videos, forum based discussions and problem based learning.

1. Critically evaluate the role of decision theory in enhancing employee and organisational performance

2. Evaluate different decision-making methods, tools, visualisations and interactive dashboards

3. Contrast the different data analytical, data visualisation tools and methods used by organisations

4. Consider risk and uncertainty issues in decision making

5. Critically evaluate different methods for managing risk and uncertainty

6. Appraise how digital transformation can impact decision making and analysis

This module covers definitions, meanings, and key principles of the concept of Sustainable Development (Economy, Society and Environment) and the circular economy. The module addresses sustainability issues and the associated policy discussions regarding the increasing pressure on firms to embed sustainability to increase competitiveness and profits. This module aims to give students the opportunity to learn about key sustainability factors that are changing the business environment such as increasing populations, resource depletion, food shortages, and climate change, and to discuss the broad range of government initiatives to tackle these challenges. Attention will be given to the design and implementation of sustainable development policies and solutions involving the circular economy, with a holistic approach from a technical, social, and economic perspectives. The examination of a broad range of global challenges will further enable students to grasp and discuss key issues that will dominate global finance, international economic development, and policy design. The module aligns well with the UN Sustainable Development Goals along with the EU policy on building a circular economy and Ireland's Circular Economy Programme (2021-2027) to facilitate the transition towards a sustainable economic system.

1. Understand the concept of sustainable development and the circular economy

2. Appraise global sustainability challenges, and to assess the impact on firms and consumers

3. Assess the role of public policy on shifting consumption and production practices from a linear to a circular economy

This module links the theory and practice of monetary policy with foreign exchange, money, bond and fx basic derivative related financial instruments such as forwards, futures, options and swaps

1. Illustrate the role of financial markets and institutions

2. Explain how interest rates are determined

3. Understand the term structure of interest rates

4. Appraise various monetary policy strategies

5. Critically assess various monetary policy instruments

6. Act as part of a team taking initiative and responsibility for the work of others

7. Consider the foreign exchange market, money, capital and derivative markets

8. Make judgements on the appropriate use of derivatives to hedge risk

This module provides students with the opportunity to develop economics skills to be well-prepared for the design and successful completion of an independent academic research project. As part of the assessment, students are expected to work on specific topics in Economics identified by the lecturer and to engage in group activities. The course requires a minimum knowledge of linear and multiple regression analysis. In the first half of the module, students learn about the research process in Economics, including its theoretical foundation and fundamental protocols. In this first phase, students develop the skills to critically assess academic and/or professional Economics literature, formulate their research question(s) and develop a literature review and a research proposal. In the second half of the module, students implement that proposal and report each week on their progress before submitting their final project.

The course requires a minimum knowledge of linear and multiple regression analysis. It complements the non-credit bearing Economics Skills and Employability modules offered in the Department and in the School.

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of mathematical and statistical tools for economic analysis

2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of qualitative and quantitative economic data, and the appropriate methods for structuring and analysing such data

3. Analyse and interpret data using a range of statistical computer software

4. Demonstrate an ability to reflect upon research methodologies, and to draft, revise and edit written work accordingly

5. Demonstrate familiarity with principal sources of economic information and data, and be able to organise and present such data in an informative manner

6. Work independently demonstrating initiative and self-management

7. Demonstrate appropriate research and bibliographic skills, an advanced capacity to construct a coherent, substantiated argument, and a capacity to write clear and correct prose

8. Communicate economic arguments in written and oral form