Business
HNC/HND
The BTEC Higher National in Business develops students as professional, self-reflecting individuals who
are able to meet the demands of employers in the business sector and adapt to a constantly changing
world. The qualification aims to widen access to higher education and enhance career prospects.
This qualification is aimed at students wanting to continue their
education through applied learning. Higher Nationals provide a
wide-ranging study of the business sector and are designed for
students who wish to pursue or advance their career in business. In
addition to the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin the
study of the business sector, you will gain experience of the breadth
and depth of the sector that will prepare you for further study or
training.
There is a choice of a full-time programme over two days at college or
a part-time programme over one day per week. Both will cover the
following core units: Business and the Business Environment,
Marketing Processes and Planning, Human Resource Management,
Leadership and Management, Accounting Principles and Managing a
Successful Business Project (Externally Set).
In addition, there will be optional units taken alongside the core. This
is a blended learning course; some lectures will take place at our
Cheltenham Campus and some will take place online.
Entry Requirements
Entry to Year 1 (HNC) requires a minimum tariff of 48 UCAS points.
Direct entry onto Year 2 (HND) requires a Higher National Certificate
PASS (120 Credits) in a comparable and relevant subject.
Gloucestershire College welcome other/combinations of equivalent
and relevant qualifications that meet the typical course entry
requirements.
Applicants who do not have recognised qualifications may still meet
course entry requirements through alternative methods of assessment
at the College's discretion.
Career Paths
Business adviser, business analyst, business development manager,
corporate investment banker, data analyst, data scientist, forensic
accountant, insurance underwriter, management consultant, project
manager, risk manager, marketing, accounting, human resources,
management.
Campus: UCAS Course Codes: BPHC (HNC - PT)
BFHC (HNC - FT)
BSHD (HND)
Full time:
1 Year (HNC)
2 Years (HND)
Part time:
2 Years
(HNC only)
HNC part time: HNC full time: HND:
Cheltenham
Including Blended
Learning
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