BTEC LEVEL 4 Higher National Certificate in Business

BTEC LEVEL 4 Higher National Certificate in Business

HNC Business (RQF programme) HNC Programme Specification 1. Qualification HNC 2. Programme Title Business 3. UCAS Code 4. Programme Type Full time 5. Main Purposes and Distinctive Feature of the Programme Main purposes The programme aims to develop in students: *To equip students with business skills, knowledge and the understanding necessary to achieve high performance in the global business environment. To provide education and training for a range of careers in business, including management, administration, human resources, marketing, entrepreneurship, accounting and finance. To provide insight and understanding into international business operations and the opportunities and challenges presented by a globalised market place. To equip students with knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural issues, diversity and values. To provide opportunities for students to enter or progress in employment in business, or progress to higher education qualifications such as an Honours degree in business or a related area. To provide opportunities for students to develop the skills, techniques and personal attributes essential for successful working lives. To provide opportunities for those students with a global outlook to aspire to international career pathways. To provide opportunities for students to achieve a nationally-recognised professional qualification. To offer students the chance of career progression in their chosen field. To allow flexibility of study and to meet local or specialist needs. To offer a balance between employability skills and the knowledge essential for students with entrepreneurial, employment or academic aspirations.

Distinctive Features An emphasis on Business Finance and law issues affecting business Extensive use of work related activities supported theory taught sessions Extensive use of e-learning materials provided within a virtual learning environment 6. What a HNC Student should know and be able to do on completion of the programme HNC students will have demonstrated knowledge and skills in the following: Knowledge and understanding in the context Subject-specific practical / professional skills of the subjects Finance and accounting concepts that are relevant to business Compile and understand accounting documents Use ICT techniques to produce business reports Fundamental marketing including consumer behaviour and economic concepts and theories Write and evaluate issues in business reports Project Planning and Management The development of entrepreneurial skills The impact of changing technology on marketing, finance and human resources Cognitive skills in the context of the subjects Identify and solve problem Analyse, interpret and extrapolate data Analyse and evaluate solutions to business and management problems Contextualise theory to business practice Apply professional judgements to marketing, human resources, legal, financial and operations issues involving possible solutions, costs and risks. Other skills (e.g. key/transferable) developed in subject or other contexts. Capacity to learn and investigate Communicate effectively orally and in writing Use IT business applications Awareness of the wider context of business and management Undertake lifelong learning and professional development 7. Qualities, Skills & Capabilities Profile The educational and training goals of the programme seek to develop and demonstrate the following qualities, skills, capabilities and values in its diplomates: A - Cognitive B - Practical C - Personal & Social D - Other Applied problem solving Analysis of information Flexibility of thought Business, financial and accounting problems, suggest and analyse solutions Investigate business case studies and simulations Develop creative and lateral thinking ganisation and time management Self-motivation; Professional and ethical responsibilities Working in a group and team Presentation Investigation Information gathering

8. Duration and Structure of Programme/Modes of Study/Credit Volume of Study Units e.g. 2 years full-time organised on a 2 semesters per year basis and comprising 140 credits of study. 100 credits at Level 1 40 credits at Level 2 Higher National Certificate 140 credits Optional Modules Core Modules Project Level 2 Certificate of Higher Education 120 credits Level 1 9. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy Learning and Teaching Methods Active learning is provided by lectures, seminars, videos and guided student centred activities. In particular, extensive use will be made of online study techniques. Practical skills will be acquired through student activities, seminars assignments and projects. Assessment Methods Assessment tasks are linked to the learning outcomes of each module and are normally completed by the end of each module. Types of assessments; Assignments, examinations (unseen or openbook), projects case study analyse, in class discussions and formal seminars, and interviews. 10. Other Information Date programme first offered Admissions Criteria Standard Requirements e.g. One GCE A2 level pass with 80 points or Advanced Vocational Certificate of Education (AVCE) six unit award with 80 points Edexcel / BTEC National 6 unit Award Including: Mathematics and electrical principles to a standard equivalent to ECE1014 Non Standard Entry Other equivalent qualifications, such as Scottish Higher passes, the Irish Leaving Certificate International Baccalaureate. Pass in a Kite marked Access to Higher Education course. Applicants under 21 will normally also require five GCSE passes at grade C or above including Mathematics and English or equivalent. Mature applicants over 21 years, without the above qualifications, but with relevant life/work experience will be considered for

admission following an interview with a member of the course team. Indicators of Quality and Standards i. Validated by panel with external subject specialists ii. External examiner validates level 1 and level 2 assignments and examinations iii. Validated by Edexcel Foundation HNC Programme Modules Level 1 (level 4) Module Number Module Title Credits Core unit 1.Business and the Business Environment 15 Core unit 2.Marketing Essentials 15 Core unit 3.Human Resource Management 15 Core unit 4.Management and Operations 15 Core unit 5.Management and Accounting 15 Core unit 6.Managing a successful Business project 15 Optional unit 7. Business Law 15 Optional unit 8. Financial Accounting or 9. Entrepreneurship and Small Business management 15 Level 2 (Level 5) (120 credits at level 5) Second year modules ( proposed) Module Number Module Title Credits Core unit Unit 11Business Research project 30 Core unit Unit 12 ganisational Behaviour 15 Optional group A 31.Statistics for Management 15 Optional Group B 32 Business Strategy 15 Optional Group C 35 Developing Individual teams and organisations 15 Optional Group D 38 Customer Value management 15 Optional Group E 44 Pitching and Negotiation Skills 15