Your Guide to Subject Choices for QQI Level 6 Business (6M4985)
The QQI Level 6 Business Award equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills to work confidently across a range of business environments or progress to higher education. Whether you’re aiming to lead a team, launch your own venture, or move into specialised roles in HR, marketing, or finance, this award gives you the platform to grow.
At Forus Training, we offer a wide range of components that meet the QQI requirements to help you build a fully accredited and career-focused qualification.
✅ Mandatory Module (15 Credits)
All learners must complete the following:
- Business Management (6N4310) – This foundational module introduces strategic planning, leadership, operations, and business ethics.
💬 Group A: Leadership & Communication (Choose One, 15 Credits)
Choose a component that best suits your leadership or communication development goals:
- Leadership (6N2191)
- Communications (6N1950)
👩💼 Group B: Work-Based Learning (15 Credits)
- Work Experience (6N1946)
🎯 Group C: Business Specialisation (Choose Three or More, 45+ Credits)
Forus Training offers a wide variety of specialist modules to align with your career ambitions. Learners must select at least 45 credits from this group. Here are some strong options:
📈 Marketing & Sales
- Marketing Management (6N4188)
👥 People & HR
- Human Resources Management (6N3750)
📊 Finance & Accounts
- Finance (6N4165)
🧰 Operations & Systems
- Project Management (6N4090)
This selection allows learners to deepen their skills in operations, leadership, technology, or planning—giving them a business toolkit ready for the modern workplace.
➕ Final 15 Credits: Flexible Elective Options
You may choose any other relevant Level 6 component (or up to 15 credits from Level 5) to reach the 120-credit total. Recommended options from Forus Training include:
- Supervisory Management (6N4329)
- Customer Service (5N0972)
- Digital Marketing (5N1364)
- Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised (5N1354)
- Payroll Manual and Computerised (5N1546)
These options can sharpen practical skills or bridge into cross-functional business areas.
Why Choose Forus Training?
We offer flexible delivery options ideal for working professionals. Our trainers are experienced, our modules are practical, and our learner supports are second to none.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
- Speak with our advisors to plan your module selection.
- Begin with core modules like Business Management and Leadership.
- Use your work experience to enrich your portfolio.
