Module Title:IT for Administration 1
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In 1 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: Lab sessions - communication of knowledge from the lecturer to the student through demonstrations. Problem Solving Exercises - student will work autonomously to resolve various computer applications/ business tasks. E-Learning - the module will be supported with online learning materials. Self-Directed Independent Learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim: In this module students will learn to use Microsoft Excel to an intermediate level. They will use the main Microsoft applications (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) to engage in a cross-disciplinary project with another business subject. Students will also complete a 'business administration and technology' module, where they will be required to work in an Administration Centre and complete a range of business tasks using various technologies within a defined time frame.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Perform a range of spreadsheet functions to an intermediate level
LO2 Use a combination of Microsoft applications (Excel/ Word/ PowerPoint) to complete a cross-disciplinary project.
LO3 Work in an Administration Centre to perform a wide range of business tasks within a specified time frame.
LO4 Utilise a range of technologies in the Administration Centre in the completion of tasks.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
Document Design and Presentation
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Microsoft Excel
Introduction to spreadsheets; spreadsheet formulas; spreadsheet functions; linking data in worksheets; spreadsheet charts; sorting and filtering spreadsheet data; introduction to IF functions, pivot tables.
Preparation for cross-disciplinary project
Revision of important features in word for creating a professional report - use of styles, themes, table of contents, charts, tables, smartart, images. Revision of important features in Powerpoint for creating and making a professional presentation.
Portfolio of Business Documentation
Using business technologies to complete company related tasks in an Administration Centre and producing business documentation for the following departments: Reception, HR, Sales and Marketing, Finance, Purchasing, Stock Control, Administration, Reprographics.
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Portfolio Portfolio of business documentation 3,4 60.00 n/a
Project Cross-disciplinary project 1,2 40.00 n/a
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination

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Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Laboratory Every Week 2.00
Independent Learning Every Week 2.00
Total Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Laboratory Every Week 1.00
Independent Learning Time Every Week 1.00
Total Hours 2.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_BBADM_D Bachelor of Business in Business Administration 1 Mandatory