Course Description
Certificate in Food and Agri-Business
Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT)
This 1 year part-time Certificate in Food and Agri-Business course has been designed to up-skill existing science and agriculture graduates with a view to increasing their employability in the Agri-Food sector. The technical skills of these graduates will be enhanced by the acquisition of knowledge in areas such as business, marketing, entrepreneurship, quality management and lean manufacturing.
Course Code | DK_SAFBC_7 |
College Name | Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT) |
Course Category | Agricultural Studies, Agriculture & Veterinary |
Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
Course Qualification | Ordinary Bachelor Degree |
Course Location | Dundalk, Louth, Ireland |
Course Fee | Price on Application |
Course Duration | 1 year |
Course Times | Learners will be expected to attend DkIT one evening per week. The remainder of the course is delivered online. |
Awarding Body | Dundalk Institute of Technology - Awarding Body |
Title of Awarding | Certificate in Food and Agri-Business |
Entry Requirements | Level 6 major award in business, science, engineering or agriculture Applicants who do not have a Level 6 award may still apply and may be considered for interview. International students must have English level of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. |
Career Path | Graduates of this programme should be in a position to obtain employment in the Agri-Food sector in managerial, supervisory, product development or quality management positions. The programme will also provide skills to entrepreneurs who wish to start a small company or develop a food product and bring it to the marketplace. |