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PROGRESS
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Why should I do this course?
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The programme has been designed to help those people who have been out of the full-time job market for some time. It aims to encourage a ‘can do’ perspective, helps individuals consider self employment, or working in the small business sector. The programme will help develop a positive enterprise culture and assist employability. |
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Level:
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2
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Entry Requirements:
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Specific EU DELNI entry criteria apply.
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Attendance:
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College Square East.
Part-time, 3 hrs, Tuesday evening, 5.00-8.00 pm for 20 weeks plus two residentials.
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Structure and Content:
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Individuals will complete a level 2 qualification Exploring Business Enterprise (Institute of Leadership and Management) l.
Participants will hear directly from existing successful businesses in the manufacturing and service sector as well as entrepreneurs and the support agencies. There will be a minimum of two residentials and the opportunity to attend various relevant conferences throughout the academic year. It is anticipated that students will be taken out of their existing comfort zones and will interact in the real business world.
The project activities will include:
- An introduction to study, college life, and work placement;
- Team building and problem solving;
- Vocational guest speakers;
- Work based class visits;
- Level 2 qualification in exploring enterprise;
- Economically active role models as one-to–one mentors;
- A Black board site and virtual business exercises;
- A skills audit and signposting;
- Vocational guidance and counselling;
- The Job search and application process;
- Work placement.
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Assessment:
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Course work totalling two assignments.
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Employment
Further study:
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Throughout this programme students will be working towards becoming employed or self employed through a variety of means including work placement.
Successful participants may progress onto a variety of management or vocational courses offered within the Belfast Metropolitan College.
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Course Code:
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C2120
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Attendance Mode:
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Part-time
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Tutor:
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Rosemary Martin, Tel: 028 9026 5041.
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Contact:
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Rosemary Martin.
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Contact Number:
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028 9026 5041.
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Email:
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rmartin@belfastmet.ac.uk
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Additional Information:
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Funded by European Social Fund (ESF), EU project through DELNI. (specific entry criteria apply).
New applicants are welcome throughout the year, just contact the Project Coordinator Rosemary Martin on 02890 265041 or rmartin@belfastmet.ac.uk
Project Manager: Rosemary Martin.
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Disclaimer: Belfast Metropolitan College has made every effort to ensure that the information contained in this website is accurate. The College cannot accept responsibility for any errors, omissions, or ambiguities and reserves the right to revise, alter, discontinue or cancel courses once they have commenced.
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