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Course Overview

The HNC and HND in Business are designed to provide a broad understanding of business organisations and the environment in which they operate. Candidates who successfully complete these qualifications may go on to study further academic and professional qualifications or embark on an administrative, managerial or commercial career.

The HND has a strong managerial focus which helps successful candidates to progress to management roles. In addition, the wide range of options enables candidates to progress to specialist roles such as Human Resource Management, Marketing, and Financial Services.

This course may be suitable for:

  • School leavers
  • Adult returners to education
  • Those in employment who wish to enhance their career prospects
  • Those who are, or wish to be, self-employed and require a broad grounding in business.

Course Aims

  • Develop candidates’ knowledge and skills required for employment in a business environment
  • Enable progression within the SCQF framework
  • Develop study and research skills
  • Develop transferable skills including Core Skills to the levels demanded by employers
  • Enable a sound articulation route to the HND Business and higher education
  • Prepare candidates for progression to further studies

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirements:

Year 1 (HNC)     

  • 2 Highers or equivalent and National 5 Maths or equivalent
  • Relevant National Qualifications or National Qualification Group Awards at SCQF level 5 or 6
  • Applicants with no formal qualifications are encouraged to apply

Year 2 (HND)

  • Successful completion of HNC Business and 2 Highers or equivalent
  • Relevant work experience
  • Applicants with no formal qualifications are encouraged to apply

English Language Requirements:

5.0 (Minimum of 5.0 in sub-components reading, listening, and speaking. And 6.0 in writing)

Qualification Requirements
IELTS requirements for UKVI 6.0 (Minimum of 5.5 in sub-components reading, listening, and speaking. And 6.0 in writing)
LanguageCert SELT B2

IELTS tests are valid for 2 years and must still be valid on the programme start date. You should ask for a copy of your Test Report Form to be sent to the College.

Fees

Full-Time Course Fee

Scotland student fee: £1205    

Rest of UK student fee: £4500    

Overseas student fee: £6750
 


This information was accurate on : 30/03/2021
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