HNC Diploma in Business (Management)

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1 HNC Diploma in Business (Management) Level 4 NEW UNIVERSITY CENTRE 2016/17

2 About this course KCC s Higher National Qualification in Business is aimed at students wanting to continue their education through diverse study of the business sector. We offer a range of delivery methods, with both full-time and part-time options available to meet the needs of students who are already employed in the sector. The course can also be taken as part of a Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship framework. More than just a course! This qualification is a new specification updated for September 2016 designed in close collaboration with colleges, universities and experts from professional bodies and businesses including, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD) Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Wade Financial North Tech FSB (Federation of Small Businesses) The BTEC Higher National qualifications in Business are aimed at students wanting to continue their education through applied learning. Higher Nationals provide a wideranging 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, Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Business give students experience of the breadth and depth of the sector that will prepare them for further study or training. This course has been designed to support Liverpool City Region priorities for growth and employment. See the Higher Education section of the website for further details. The development of Employability Skills is a key thread running throughout the course. It offers a strong, sector-related emphasis on practical skills development alongside the development of requisite knowledge and understanding. Your unique experience will include: Involvement in the management of the College s enterprise initiative called The Space Flexible entry with September and February intakes New facilities at Stockbridge Lane

3 Length of study There are a number of pathways than can be taken on a full-time or part-time basis to meet your particular needs. You can also start your programme in September or February. Full Time: 120 credits are completed in one year Part-Time: 120 credits are completed in two years On a part-time course, attendance is over one day per week. Depending on demand, there may be the possibility of completing part-time HNC courses in the evening. You will need to discuss this further with a member of staff during your interview. For a full-time course, you will be expected to attend College over 2/3 days per week. On all pathways, significant additional study will be required outside College hours to be successful on this programme. What will I study? HNC (Full-time 1 year) Business and the Business Environment Marketing Essentials Human Resource Management Management and Operations Management Accounting Managing a Successful Business Project (Awarding body set) Business Law Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management HNC (Part-time 2 years) You will complete the same units as the HNC Full-time course but over 2 years.

4 What skills will I develop? The course has been designed to enable you to develop the following skills during the programme of study: Active research skills Effective writing skills Analytical skills Critical thinking Creative problem-solving Decision-making Team building Exam preparation skills Digital literacy Competence in assessment methods used in higher education. How will I be assessed? BTEC Higher Nationals in Business are assessed using a combination of internally assessed centre-devised internal assignments (which are set and marked by centres) and internally assessed Pearson-set assignments (which are set by Pearson and marked by centres): one core unit for the HNC will be assessed by a mandatory Pearson-set assignment (Managing a Successful Business Project); all other units are assessed by centre-devised internal assignments. Assessment methods include: Case Studies Reports and written assignments Oral presentations Practical Assessments Individual project work Data analysis Portfolios of evidence All successfully completed units are graded as Pass, Merit or Distinction. Each grade achieves points with the final qualification grade dependent on the accumulation of these points.

5 Entry Requirements You will need to be 18 years of age on or before 31st August of the academic year that the programme commences to complete the programme. Admission to the programme in 2016/17 would normally be on the basis of you possessing attainment from a previous course of study, and/or relevant experience, which may be ascertained by the following:- A minimum of 120 UCAS points which may be gained from the following qualifications or combinations of qualifications: GCE A Level or AS level passes BTEC Subsidiary Diplomas, Diploma or Extended Diploma A Diploma or equivalent such as NVQ, GNVQ, International Baccalaureate, Scottish Certificate of Education An Access to HE Course Any other relevant international qualifications You can find out how many points your qualifications are awarded by using the UCAS Tariff look-up tables on the UCAS website. In addition, GCSE Maths and English Language (Grade C or above), or equivalent is required. We also welcome students with relevant work experience subject to a successful interview. All learners who are non-native English speakers or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, will need to demonstrate capability in English at a standard commensurate with: Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 PTE 51 IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent. What can I do after this course? The Level 4 Higher National Certificate provides you with a solid grounding in business, which you can build on should you decide to continue your studies beyond the Certificate stage onto a Level 5 Higher National Diploma. How do I apply? You can apply directly to KCC. For more information visit the Higher Education section of the College s website.

6 Equipment and additional costs Year One Key textbooks (for personal use in addition to the texts and e-journals provided) - 50 Equipment although College facilities are available, to ensure that there is sufficient scope for independent study, you will need access to a laptop/computer with a Windows operating system (approximate cost between ) Consumables - 20 Educational visits Employability enhancement courses* - 80 Year Two (if applicable) Key textbooks (for personal use in addition to the texts and e-journals provided) - 0 Equipment - 0 Consumables - 20 Employability enhancement courses* - 80 *Short courses that are available as an option on Wednesday afternoons to enhance employability.

7 Additional information including fees All courses commence week commencing 28/09/16. The tuition fees for the HNC are as follows: HNC 1 year Full-Time: 5500 HNC 2 years Part-Time: 2750 per year Key points regarding Tuition Fees: If you never earn more than 21,000 per year, you never pay anything back. If you stop earning more than 21,000 at any time your payment stops. If you wish, you can repay your loan in full at any time with no penalties added. Your employer can pay part of the fees, with you paying the rest through a loan. If you don t pay off the loan within 30 years, the Government will write off the outstanding amount. Further Information on how to access Higher Education loans and bursaries can be located on the Higher Education section on the College s website. Whilst every effort is made to keep our information up to date, courses can be subject to change, although all content in this prospectus is correct at the time of print. Knowsley Community College reserves the right to amend, add or remove courses and does not accept liability for inaccuracies, and this prospectus is not legally binding or contractual.

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