Basic keyboard training using correct finger technique on electronic
typewriters. Students may reach speeds of 35-50wpm. Training in the layout of documents
in business and legal work is given,e.g.Reports, Letters, Minutes of a Meeting.
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Basic keyboard training using correct finger technique on electronic
typewriters.
Students may reach speeds of 35-50wpm. Training in
the layout
of documents
in business and legal work is given,e.g.Reports,
Letters, Minutes of a Meeting.
Students are trained to carry out routine office tasks e.g. dealing
with the post,
telecommunications work, filing and dealing with clients. The role of
financial agencies,
post office and information agencies in the
processing of office information is also investigated.
Training in the maintenance of Books of First Entry, Ledgers,
Final Accounts and
Bank Records.
Practical work also involves cash flow forecasts, payroll and VAT
documentation.
Intensive work using audio equipment covering commercial, legal and banking terminology.
Hands on experience of using word processing, spreadsheet, database
and graphics packages.
Students are also taught the theory and terms
associated with each of these.
A short course on the use of the Internet and E-mail is also given.
Business and creative writing skills. Students must present an
oral presentation of their work.
An Information Technology section covers the use of computers in
the workplace.
This module is taught by the Career Guidance Counsellor. Preparation
for Work,
Practical Work Experience and Evaluation of Work Experience are
covered.
Sections of law that are necessary to the business world are taught in this module
.e.g. Data Protection
Act, Consumer Law, Industrial Relations Law. The section on
the work of the court system in Ireland includes a trip to the District
Court.
Marketing of local tourist areas and preparing students for work in
the tourist industry.
Students undertake trips to tourist areas and prepare a project
on a tourist amenity.
Practical Business Maths problems and household finances are part of
this module.
An essential skill for everyone.