Course Description

BA (Hons) in Business (Cloud Computing)

Dublin Business School (DBS)



Overview

The BA (Hons) in Business (Cloud Computing) degree programme incorporates a balanced mix of specialised business modules, geared toward students who, whilst wishing to study for a general business degree, choose to focus especially on the Cloud Computing component throughout the duration of their studies This programme offers an exciting mix of key technology and business skills; essential for the modern cloud computing Professional. This unique combination ensures that graduates are work-ready with relevant technical skills and business knowledge

 

Aims & Objectives

The overall aim of the BA (Hons) in Business (Cloud Computing) is to provide students with an integrated, balanced and flexible business education.

On completion of the programme students should be able to:

  • Understand a range of business functions and the multi-disciplinary nature of business
  • Apply appropriate academic theories and concepts to a range of business and management issues
  • Demonstrate a range of skills required by managers
  • Understand the influence of the international context of business and management
  • Have an insight into the importance of the Cloud Computing within organisations and to appreciate these various skills within organisations

 

Course Content

The BA (Hons) in Business (Cloud Computing) programme has the following content and is typically completed over 4 years part-time.

Stage 1

  • Business Context & Organisation
  • Economic Perspectives
  • IT Essentials
  • Maths & Statistics for Business
  • Marketing Essentials
  • Introduction to Business Finance
  • Learning to Learn

Stage 2

  • Management
  • Financial Management
  • Business Information Systems
  • Business Ethics & Research Practice
  • Advanced Economic Perspectives
  • Database Design & Cloud Technology
  • Cloud Marketing and Sales

Stage 3

  • Strategic Management
  • Global Business
  • Human Resource Management
  • Capstone Project
  • Cloud Networking & Security
  • Cloud Platform Development

 

Teaching and Assessment

Student assessment will be based on a combination of continuous assessment and end of year examinations. Continuous assessment will include essay writing, case studies, presentations, literature reviews and projects, and students will be required to work individually as well as in groups. End of year examinations are typically held in late April/early May and take place during the day. Level 1 subjects may also include an in-class assessment usually held in December.

 

Structure

Stage 1 – Seven mandatory subjects provide foundation knowledge in core business areas and include employability and personal development modules which run throughout the programme.

Stage 2 – Student knowledge in the key business disciplines is further developed and they are introduced to databases and cloud marketing concepts that will underpin subsequent studies.

Stage 3 – At stage 3, students study Strategic Management alongside a range of clouding computing topics including Cloud Networking and Security.

 

Career Opportunities

Because of the broad spectrum of subjects studied, career opportunities for business management students are numerous. The wide-ranging nature of knowledge and skills gained by business graduates makes them an attractive proposition for any prospective employer. A range of employment opportunities is possible in areas such as marketing, sales, operations, information technology, finance and general management. Alternatively, the degree provides the basis for further study at postgraduate level.

The ICT sector in Ireland is a thriving and growing industry with the top 10 global ICT companies maintaining a presence in Ireland. It is one of the country’s most prevalent employers and at present over 80,000 people are employed by such companies in Ireland. The 2018 Action Plan for jobs has highlighted the continued growth of Ireland as a global tech hub. Demand is forecast to grow at 8.5% annually, generating potential ICT job openings of up to 73,000 during 2018-2022. Today there is a relentless demand for new employees with the right ICT skills, cutting across every industry.

 

Fees

The Course Fees for the BA (Hons) in Business and streams are:

  • Level 1: €590 (10 credit modules) / €300 (5 credit modules) per annum.
  • Level 2: €700 (10 credit modules) / €360 (5 credit modules) per annum.
  • Level 3: €750 (10 credit modules) / €380 (5 credit modules) per annum.

 

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College Name Dublin Business School (DBS)
Course Category Business
Course Type Classroom Based
Course Qualification Honours Bachelor Degree
Course Location Dublin, UK
Location Postcode Dublin 2
Delivery mode Classroom based
Course Duration Part Time 4 years
Awarding Body QQI
Title of Awarding BA (Hons) in Business (Cloud Computing)
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