HNC in Business & Management (Part-time)

Course Specification

The programme is designed to prepare and develop people in their understanding of all aspects of business and management, covering the key areas of finance, marketing, human resources and business law.

This is a two-year programme, completed over two years, one day per week, run on a 2-semester basis. A recognised and valued Higher Education qualification, this offers opportunities for advancement in the workplace as well as options to continue academic study to an HND in Business and then BA (Hons) degree.

To be accepted onto the course you will normally require one of the following:

• One A Level or BTEC National Diploma / Certificate / GNVQ Advanced or relevant work experience in a responsible business department role.
• GCSEs for English and maths at grade 4 or above, however equivalent qualifications and/or work experience will be taken into consideration.
• Applicants without GCSEs will be required to complete initial assessments and may wish to consider the part-time GCSE courses that the College offers for free in the evening and daytime.
• Accreditation may be given for relevant work experience or prior learning for mature learners.

This programme offers a broad range of all aspects of business, covering the following core modules:

• Marketing Essentials
• Business Environment
• Human Resource Management
• Management and Operations
• Management Accounting
• Managing a Successful Business

In addition, there are two optional modules. Choose from:

• Business Law
• Innovation and Commercialisation
• Entrepreneurship 
• Small Business Management 
• Financial Accounting

Your work will be continually assessed throughout the course. The assessment will depend upon the particular module being studied. Typical assessment methods include assignments, developing portfolios, examinations and presentations.

Information for employers

For employers, investment in this programme can directly impact your business. By developing your future managers, they are better placed to contribute to productivity and performance whilst positively impacting on the functioning of your business and delivering your KPI’s .

You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Advice Events, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.