QQI Marketing Communications

QQI Level 6 component certificate in Marketing Communications (6N4370)

Learners have 10 weeks to complete the course. Learners work at their own pace and may commence at any time of year.

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Qualification on the NFQ (Ireland).

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QQI Marketing Communications

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Course Details

This distance learning, QQI accredited course means that learners can study flexibly at home, or at work, and gain a nationally accredited Qualification.

This comprehensive distance learning course is designed to equip learners with skills in: (1) marketing strategy, (2) advertising campaign development, (3) communications planning, (4) sales promotion planning, (5) direct marketing, (6) PR, (7) sales, and (8) developing an integrated marketing communications plan. The course is particularly relevant for those who currently work in marketing or have a marketing-related role. It is also very suitable for small businesses owners who wish to improve their marketing effectiveness.

View a detailed list of the learning outcomes for this course on our learning outcomes page.

How you will learn

By enrolling on this course, you’ll receive 24/7 access to the eLearning platform for the full duration of your studies. This includes a detailed course manual, engaging videos, interactive quizzes, and dedicated one-to-one tutor support via a messaging system. You’ll also have access to the CMIT Digital Library, providing a wealth of additional resources.

The course materials for this QQI-certified programme are clearly structured and easy to follow. You can conveniently upload your assessments online and receive feedback through the eLearning platform. You will receive personalised feedback from your tutor on each assessment you submit. The CMIT eLearning platform is accessible from any internet-connected computer, giving you the flexibility to study anytime, anywhere.

Who should complete this course?
  • Marketing Strategy Coordinators: Professionals responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies, conducting market analysis, and setting marketing objectives. The course’s emphasis on strategic marketing and marketing planning processes makes it ideal for this role.
  • Advertising Campaign Managers: Those involved in the creation and management of advertising campaigns. The course covers advertising media selection, message strategy, and managing advertising, providing the necessary skills for this position.
  • Digital Marketing Executives: Individuals focusing on digital marketing aspects of a business. The course’s content on digital marketing and integrated marketing communications aligns well with the requirements of this role.
  • Brand and Product Managers: Professionals responsible for brand strategy, product management, pricing, and distribution planning. The course offers in-depth knowledge in brand and product management, essential for this role.
  • Communications Planners: Those who plan and execute marketing communications strategies. The course’s comprehensive coverage of marketing communications, public relations, and sales promotion planning makes it a good fit for this role​​.
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites
  • Level 5 Certificate, Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) or relevant life experience.
  • As this programme is delivered through distance learning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
  • A basic working knowledge of computers in addition to a computer with internet access and word processing software (e.g. Microsoft Word or Google Docs) is required to do the course.
  • As this NFQ qualification is delivered through English it is necessary to have sufficient written English skills to complete this course. Those for whom English is not a first language will be required to provide evidence of meeting a minimum English language and literacy competency of B2 in writing, reading, listening, and speaking on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL).
  • Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland.
  • View the technical requirements for accessing CMIT eLearning.
  • Learn more about the suitability of this course.

 

How CMIT eLearning Works…

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Topics covered in this Course
Unit 1: Core Concepts in Marketing
  • The marketing concept
  • The marketing mix (4Ps)
  • The principles of marketing
Unit 2: Strategic Marketing
  • The marketing planning process
  • Market analysis
  • Marketing objectives
  • Marketing strategy
Unit 3: Brand and Product Management
  • Brand strategy
  • Product management
  • Pricing
  • Distribution planning
Unit 4: Marketing Communications
  • The marketing communications mix
  • Message strategy
  • Direct marketing
  • Advertising
  • Direct marketing
  • Public relations
  • Sales promotion
  • Personal selling
Unit 5: Marketing Execution
  • Integrated campaigns
  • Campaign objectives
  • Choosing tools
  • Setting a budget
  • Evaluation
  • Legal issues
Assessment
  • This course is assessed through completion of a project.
  • A project is a structured task that requires planning, research, and problem-solving to produce a final product or solution.
  • Assessments are submitted online via the eLearning site. They are reviewed by the course tutor and feedback is provided to learners within 5 working days. Learners are only permitted to submit one assessment at a time and must receive feedback on one assessment before submitting the next. All work submitted must be the learners own work.
  • As part of our quality assurance, student assessment work will be marked by an Internal Assessor, then checked by an Internal Verifier and an independent QQI External Authenticator.
Transfer and Progression to Further Studies
  • This course leads to a level 6 component award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
  • Students who successfully complete this programme may use this level 6 component certificate as credit towards QQI Advanced Certificates including Management (6M4587) and Business (6M4985). For more details contact us.
Accreditation
  • Following successful completion, you will receive a QQI Level 6 component certificate in Marketing Communications (6N4370).
  • This component is worth 15 credits.
  • This is the most up to date programme on this topic and it has been developed based on learning outcomes which are approved by QQI.
  • Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. CMIT is registered with QQI to offer programmes leading to QQI awards in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland. More information can be found on the Accreditation Details page.

 

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October 22, 2025

Flexible studying hours, Can complete the course from home, Covers the topics I am interested in. Good structure to the course. Good support from tutors. Great price. Great course

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September 8, 2025

So far I am enjoying the experience

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May 27, 2025

I’m really enjoying it so far and I cant wait to start the assessments. I am finding the information I am learning very interesting!

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April 15, 2025

I enjoyed the Marketing Communications immensely and I feel I learned a lot.

Student April 2025

It is very knowledgeable and helpful.

December 6, 2023

It is very knowledgeable and helpful.

Student December 2023
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It contains knowledgeable ideas and topics.

September 26, 2023

It contains knowledgeable ideas and topics.

Student September 2023
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I am really grateful, despite having delivered all my material for further correction, my tutor corrected it as quickly as possible, highlighting the points that I had to correct. In addition to giving me guidance on a possible extension for the term of my assessment.

April 13, 2023

I am really grateful, despite having delivered all my material for further correction, my tutor corrected it as quickly as possible, highlighting the points that I had to correct. In addition to giving me guidance on a possible extension for the term of my assessment.

Student April 2023
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The course, teachers and tutors are extremely helpful. The course is presented in an easy to understand way and is very interesting.

April 11, 2023

The course, teachers and tutors are extremely helpful. The course is presented in an easy to understand way and is very interesting.

Student April 2023
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Great course so far, easy to understand.

February 3, 2023

Great course so far, easy to understand.

Student February 2023
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CMIT staff and tutor are helpful and they were all nice.

December 22, 2021

CMIT staff and tutor are helpful and they were all nice.

Student December 2021
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This is an interesting course. I am definitely learning from it. There's a lot of new terms and vocabulary that I am getting used to.

October 21, 2021

This is an interesting course. I am definitely learning from it. There’s a lot of new terms and vocabulary that I am getting used to.

Student October 2021
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Very easy to understand and concise. My tutor Karen was very helpful.

April 29, 2021

Very easy to understand and concise. My tutor Karen was very helpful.

Student April 2021
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Excellent blend of learning. Great content, easy to understand. Very interesting and relevant.

April 19, 2021

Excellent blend of learning. Great content, easy to understand. Very interesting and relevant.

Student April 2021
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The course content was very easy to follow and the assignments were very clear in terms of expectations.

April 19, 2021

The course content was very easy to follow and the assignments were very clear in terms of expectations.

Student April 2021
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I have only good things to say about the course. It is broken down in an effective way which makes the learning process much easier. The classes are very clear, informative and with good use of examples which allows for a deeper understanding of the topics.

March 5, 2021

I have only good things to say about the course. It is broken down in an effective way which makes the learning process much easier. The classes are very clear, informative and with good use of examples which allows for a deeper understanding of the topics.

Student March 2021
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The course is well put together and broken down. The mix of manual, videos and quizzes are great. All positive.

February 1, 2021

The course is well put together and broken down. The mix of manual, videos and quizzes are great. All positive.

Student January 2021
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This course was very interesting and really well laid out. I found it so enjoyable from beginning to end.

January 26, 2021

This course was very interesting and really well laid out. I found it so enjoyable from beginning to end.

Student January 2021
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I am enjoying the course. The content is clear and to the point and not too long winded! The quizzes are a great way of focusing the mind on the content.

January 20, 2021

I am enjoying the course. The content is clear and to the point and not too long winded! The quizzes are a great way of focusing the mind on the content.

Student January 2021
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Very interesting and enjoyable so far!

November 20, 2020

Very interesting and enjoyable so far!

Student November 2020
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Fantastic course, very educational and interesting.

August 27, 2020

Fantastic course, very educational and interesting.

Student August 2020
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It was a great course.

August 27, 2020

It was a great course.

Student August 2020
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Perfectly laid out. Great course manual. Interesting topic.

August 24, 2020

Perfectly laid out. Great course manual. Interesting topic.

Student August 2020
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I really enjoyed this course and it has opened a broader mindset for looking for different employment in the future.

August 12, 2020

I really enjoyed this course and it has opened a broader mindset for looking for different employment in the future.

Student August 2020
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Karen was great to deal with, very encouraging and helpful. I really enjoyed the course and the challenge of the project .

June 23, 2020

Karen was great to deal with, very encouraging and helpful. I really enjoyed the course and the challenge of the project .

Student June 2020
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Brilliant course, very informative and interesting.

June 18, 2020

Brilliant course, very informative and interesting.

Student June 2020
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Brilliant course, all sections were laid out really well and clear.

June 12, 2020

Brilliant course, all sections were laid out really well and clear.

Student June 2020
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I enjoyed it a lot and learned from it. Karen was lovely to deal with as my tutor.

June 4, 2020

I enjoyed it a lot and learned from it. Karen was lovely to deal with as my tutor.

Student June 2020
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I am enjoying doing it and hope to do another course afterwards.

April 27, 2020

I am enjoying doing it and hope to do another course afterwards.

Student April 2020
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Excellent.

April 16, 2020

Excellent.

Student April 2020
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I enjoyed this course the content was easy to understand and online learning suited me.

April 13, 2020

I enjoyed this course the content was easy to understand and online learning suited me.

Student April 2020
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The course manuals and units are laid out really well and easy to follow. Video content makes it exciting and gives it a nice change to be able to take notes from a voice as well as the reading content.

April 7, 2020

The course manuals and units are laid out really well and easy to follow. Video content makes it exciting and gives it a nice change to be able to take notes from a voice as well as the reading content.

Student April 2020
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It was clear and easy to understand. it gave me good knowledge for my role and future development.

December 2, 2019

It was clear and easy to understand. it gave me good knowledge for my role and future development.

Student December 2019
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It was clear and easy to understand. it gave me good knowledge for my role and future development.

December 2, 2019

It was clear and easy to understand. it gave me good knowledge for my role and future development.

Student November 2019
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It's very informative and easy to follow.

November 21, 2019

It’s very informative and easy to follow.

Student November 2019
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Thoroughly enjoyed the course. No improvements needed. The course was great and staff are so helpful.

September 17, 2019

Thoroughly enjoyed the course. No improvements needed. The course was great and staff are so helpful.

Student September 2019
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I think CMIT is great for someone like me who is a working mom. I can work to my own schedule with the course and I find the course work to be very straight forward and easy to get through. This is my second course with CMIT and I definitely intend to do more in the future, thanks for the opportunity to do so. I'd highly recommend CMIT to anyone who wants to excess at a new subject but wouldn't have the time in to fit attending a class or lecture into their day. It is so user friendly and I find the course work enjoyable and interesting. I don't think there is much need to improve. The lecturers are so helpful, the course material is great and overall I am beyond happy I chose CMIT.

July 16, 2019

I think CMIT is great for someone like me who is a working mom. I can work to my own schedule with the course and I find the course work to be very straight forward and easy to get through. This is my second course with CMIT and I definitely intend to do more in the future, thanks for the opportunity to do so. I’d highly recommend CMIT to anyone who wants to excess at a new subject but wouldn’t have the time in to fit attending a class or lecture into their day. It is so user friendly and I find the course work enjoyable and interesting. I don’t think there is much need to improve. The lecturers are so helpful, the course material is great and overall I am beyond happy I chose CMIT.

Student July 2019
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I really am enjoying the course. It is really helpful and I find it has already improved my confidence in doing my job on a day-to-day.

March 11, 2019

I really am enjoying the course. It is really helpful and I find it has already improved my confidence in doing my job on a day-to-day.

Student March 2019
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Course content was very well presented and very interesting. Presentation of content was very good, and amount of learning required was set at a very good level.

October 5, 2018

Course content was very well presented and very interesting. Presentation of content was very good, and amount of learning required was set at a very good level.

Student October 2018
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I chose to study with CMIT as they offered a broad range of courses including a more advanced version of what I was originally seeking (Digital Marketing). CMIT also had a good reputation based on my online research, and gave a good synopsis of the content available in the courses. The distance/e-learning approach is also highly appreciated, and the time limited access is a superb motivator as well! Overall a really interesting course so far. The amount of detail and learning is good, and the level of content is excellent.

September 11, 2018

I chose to study with CMIT as they offered a broad range of courses including a more advanced version of what I was originally seeking (Digital Marketing). CMIT also had a good reputation based on my online research, and gave a good synopsis of the content available in the courses. The distance/e-learning approach is also highly appreciated, and the time limited access is a superb motivator as well! Overall a really interesting course so far. The amount of detail and learning is good, and the level of content is excellent.

Student September 2018
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I chose CMIT because of the course on offer & also because of the flexibility to work in my own time. I have found the tutor resource to be an invaluable help also.

June 19, 2018

I chose CMIT because of the course on offer & also because of the flexibility to work in my own time. I have found the tutor resource to be an invaluable help also.

Student June 2018
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I had completed other courses with CMIT, and also because the staff and tutors were so helpful in setting up the courses and giving advice and feedback on the courses. I found the course enjoyable to work on because the project was based on a case study

April 23, 2018

I had completed other courses with CMIT, and also because the staff and tutors were so helpful in setting up the courses and giving advice and feedback on the courses. I found the course enjoyable to work on because the project was based on a case study

Student April 2018
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Having had a Degree in Marketing but having been out of employment for a number of years, I found that by enrolling on the course has increased my chances greatly of getting a job within the Marketing field as I have an up to date QQI qualification.

April 9, 2018

Having had a Degree in Marketing but having been out of employment for a number of years, I found that by enrolling on the course has increased my chances greatly of getting a job within the Marketing field as I have an up to date QQI qualification.

Student April 2018
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I found the staff very helpful and I decided to participate in one module first, I found the website easy to use and the tutors very helpful so I decided to continue with CMIT for the rest of my Modules.

March 14, 2018

I found the staff very helpful and I decided to participate in one module first, I found the website easy to use and the tutors very helpful so I decided to continue with CMIT for the rest of my Modules.

Student March 2018
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It was a great course overall! I am happy with what I learned.

January 25, 2018

It was a great course overall! I am happy with what I learned.

Student January 2018
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I really like the chat function on the course.

November 27, 2017

I really like the chat function on the course.

Student November 2017
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The course content is great and I am learning a lot about marketing communications and how I can incorporate this into my marketing plan.

November 2, 2017

The course content is great and I am learning a lot about marketing communications and how I can incorporate this into my marketing plan.

Student August 2017
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The course was very good. It made me think a lot about the various questions.

November 2, 2017

The course was very good. It made me think a lot about the various questions.

Student November 2017
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Well designed and easily understood.

October 2, 2017

Well designed and easily understood.

Student October 2017
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I liked that I could do it from home and get a recognised certificate from it. The website is very easy to follow and the topics covered are very enjoyable.

September 2, 2017

I liked that I could do it from home and get a recognised certificate from it. The website is very easy to follow and the topics covered are very enjoyable.

Student September 2017
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Really good and useful content.

August 2, 2017

Really good and useful content.

Student August 2017
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