GCI 19 GBS: Paths to Success Galway Business School, sister company of Galway Cultural Institute, is the premier private business school in the west of Ireland. GBS was founded in 2000 and since then has been providing students from all over the world with quality higher education qualifications which are recognised internationally. Our various courses are accredited by the University of Wales, Edexcel, FETAC and the Institute of Commercial Management. Choosing a course at GBS can provide you with a number of advantages which will make your studying experience a central part of your future success: A truly international education While Irish students make up 80% of those enrolled on courses at Galway Business School, we are proud to welcome students from all over Europe and beyond onto our full- time day courses. This means that when you study at GBS you will gain the vital international experience needed to fulfill your potential. Excellent pastoral care International students have very specific needs - it can be stressful studying in a foreign country when you are away from your culture and family. GBS fully understands these needs and has trained administrative and lecturing staff to give you the guidance you need to achieve all your goals as well as effectively integrate into Irish life. Internationally recognised qualifications Business in the 21st century is an overwhelmingly international occupation. Therefore if you intend to get ahead in the business world you need to gain qualifications that are well recognised across the globe. GBS is proud to have our BA Honours in Business Administration validated and awarded by the University of Wales. This, along with Irish and UK government accreditations, means that you can use your GBS qualification wherever your career takes you. I decided to study abroad because I felt the need for international experience in order to really get ahead in my career. Galway Business School has been ideal for me for many reasons. It's not too big, so I don't feel lost and I can speak with the lecturers and staff when I need to. The modules have been incredibly useful - I can really see how the theory functions in the workplace. I've had such a good time here that I think I am going to stay on for the top- up degree year. Rutgar Ebskang: Holland, 25. GBS HND in Business

GBS Programmes: BA, HND and UFP Our Honours Bachelors Degree in Business Administration is a three year programme validated by the University of Wales. The programme is designed to give a clearly structured business education that provides a solid foundation for success in your future career. The programme combines business theory and practical coursework that develop the student's ability to critically analyse and comprehend the latest thinking and best business practice. Students learn to develop practical solutions to real problems and how to effectively communicate information, ideas, complex problems and solutions to all members of the organization. The first two years of this programme lead to the Higher National Diploma award and the final year completes the degree programme. Our University Foundation Programme ( UFP) is suitable for entry to both UK and Irish Universities. The UFP allows students to improve their English language while introducing them to a range of business and cultural concepts. GCI 20 Course Title Hours per week DetailsTimetable BBA15+ Validated by the University of Wales 3 year programme 10 modules over 2 semesters for the final year Mix of Irish and International Students Excellent Results Monday - Friday with individual times for tutorials & research project 26 weeks + 2 assessment weeks per year Two entry dates Jan & Oct Small class sizes - average 20 HND - Business 15+ Validated by BTEC/ EDEXCEL 2 years Flexible courses with 16 modules Can be a final diploma award or the first two years of a three year degree programme Mix of Irish & International students Excellent results HND - Marketing HND - Finance UFP - Foundation22 Validated by the University of Wales 10 modules over one year Suitable for entry into both Irish & UK universities Choice of two streams - Business Stream or Language & Culture Stream Opportunity to sit IELTS examination