In this module the learner will be apply the principles of double entry book keeping and prepare financial statements for a sole trader. In addition, they will be able to operate a manual payroll system in order to calculate employee's pay and advise on the relevant statutory returns to Revenue for VAT and PAYE.

1. Prepare and balance ledger accounts
2. Write up the books of prime entry and post these to the nominal ledger
3. Draw up a trial balance and prepare financial statements for a sole trader
4. Prepare basic cash budgets and various reconciliations between internal books and records and external sources e.g. bank statements, creditors/trade receivables statements etc.
5. Outline the impact of and administration procedures to be followed by a business for both PAYE and VAT
6. Prepare PAYE and PRSI & USC computations for individuals taxed under Schedule E
7. Calculate employees gross and net pay by applying Schedule E, relevant tax credits and reliefs

This module will provide the student with utilisation of the main business software applications currently used the digital business environment.

1. Explain and apply the more advanced concepts of productivity tools to the functional areas within an organisation, using spread sheet applications
2. Demonstrate effective use of a word processing package to create business documents
3. Create effective presentation material through the use of presentation packages
4. Utilise a DBMS to create a database system
5. Utilise integrated software packages to produce reports for management level
6. Create a basic web page applying some of the concepts of HCI

The aim of this module is to provide students with practical experiences of effectively using standard accounting software as used in the business world.

1. Utilise the basis set up, layout and common functionality of the accounting package
2. Explain double entry bookkeeping and apply the concepts using an integrated accounts package
3. Generate accurate and relevant reports in a timely manner
4. Explain the housekeeping and error correction procedures operated within the accounting package.
5. Describe the payroll process
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the payroll process
7. Operate and maintain a computerised payroll application

This module will provide learners with a basic understanding of the key functions of modern managers and a basic understanding of the key skills required by modern managers. The module will also assist students to become more effective, confident and autonomous communicators.

1. Identify and describe the key functions of the modern manager
2. Identify and describe skills required for effective management
3. Describe the key activities of managers at various levels within an organisation
4. Describe the main forces of the internal/external environment and show how they impact on the organisation
5. Demonstrate acceptable written and oral communication skills
6. Communicate ideas clearly and in various formats of business writings such as email, reports, etc.
7. Evaluate effective oral communication especially in conducting formal business presentations