This module has to be completed in order to gain the full QQI 5M2468 Business Admin Major Award. An ideal module for all the administrative responsibilities in an office environment with lots of practical tips from Tutors who have years of experience working in different office environments.
QQI Level 5 | 5M1997
Office Administration Modules (and Qualification Pathway)
Develop practical office administration skills through individually certified QQI Level 5 modules. Choose the subjects that suit your career goals, with flexible online learning and tutor support.
✓ QQI Certified Modules
✓ Flexible Learning
✓ Tutor Support
✓ Individual Module Fees
Lir Business Services & Training Centre offers the individual QQI Level 5 component modules listed on this page. Lir does not currently offer the complete 5M1997 Office Administration Major Award as a validated programme. Each module is enrolled in and paid for separately.
Is This Learning Pathway for You?
Starting Your Career
Build practical office administration skills and gain recognised QQI Level 5 component qualifications.
Working in Administration
Develop your existing office skills and gain certification in individual subjects relevant to your role.
Returning to Learning or Work
Choose flexible online modules that help you refresh your skills and build confidence.
Planning Further Qualifications
Explore QQI Level 5 modules that may contribute towards future qualifications, subject to the relevant award requirements.
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Choose How you Learn
Choose the learning option that suits your schedule and career goals. Lir offers individual QQI Level 5 modules through Live Tutor Online classes or Fully Online Self-Paced learning, depending on the module.
Live Tutor Online
Join scheduled online classes with your tutor and other learners, with structured weekly learning, guidance and support.
Fully Online Self-Paced
Work through eligible modules flexibly in the Lir eLearning Hub, with tutor guidance and Lir learner supports available throughout.
You can combine Live Tutor Online and Self-Paced modules where available,
enrolling in and paying for each module separately.
Build Your Office Administration Qualification Pathway
Explore the QQI Level 5 Office Administration modules available through Lir. Each module is worth 15 credits and can be completed individually.
The QQI Level 5 Office Administration Major Award (5M1997) requires 120 credits, subject to the official mandatory and elective component requirements.
Lir offers individual component modules rather than the complete Major Award programme.
1. Explore Individual Modules
Choose from the QQI Level 5 Office Administration component modules Lir is approved to deliver.
2. Earn 15 Credits Per Module
Successfully complete individual modules to gain QQI component certification.
3. Build Towards 120 Credits
8 x 15-credit modules provide 120 credits, but the correct component combination must meet the official 5M1997 requirements.
4. Plan Your Qualification Pathway
Contact the Lir Training Team for guidance on module choices and possible progression towards the Major Award.
Choose Your 8 Modules
If you are working towards the 5M1997 Office Administration Major Award,
you need to complete 8 modules worth 15 credits each, giving you a total of 120 credits.
Some modules are mandatory, while others allow you to choose subjects that best suit your goals.
1. Complete these Mandatory Modules
✓ 5N1389 Information and Administration
✓ 5N1422 Text Production
✓ 5N1358 Word Processing
2. Choose 1 Module
✓ 5N0690 Communications
OR
✓ 5N0972 Customer Service
3. Choose This Work-related Module
✓ 5N1356 Work Experience
4. Choose Your Remaining Modules
Select the modules needed to bring your award to 120 credits, subject to the award requirements.
✓ 5N1354 Bookkeeping (Manual & Computerised)
✓ 5N1610 Business Administration
✓ 5N0783 Database Methods
✓ 5N1546 Payroll (Manual & Computerised)
✓ 5N1407 Reception and Frontline Office Skills
✓ 5N1977 Spreadsheet Methods
✓ 5N0690 Communications (If not chosen above)
✓ 5N0972 Customer Service (if not chosen above)
✓ 5N2428 Medical Terminology
If you are left with 15 credits you can choose:
✓ 5N1364 Digital Marketing
✓ 5N0765 Intercultural Studies
✓ 5N3113 Research and Study Skills
OR
Level 6 Option: One eligible Level 6 module (15 credits) may be included.
Support Throughout Your Major Award
Whichever learning options you choose, you'll have access to Lir's learner supports as you work through your modules.
1-to-1 Online Tutor Support
Get individual tutor guidance when you need help with your learning or coursework.
Lir Coach & Self-Check Support
Use interactive Lir Coach activities and Self-Checkers to check your understanding and review coursework before submission.
Lir AI Study Buddy Support
Access additional learning support as you work through your modules in the Lir eLearning Hub.
Lir Learner Community
Join the online Lir Learner Community to connect with other learners, take part in discussions and activities, and feel part of the wider Lir learning community.
Additional support includes: Weekly Check-In • Ongoing Tutor Support • Lir Microsoft 365 Software (where required) • Lir Mobile Course App
Progression and Award Information.
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