Course summary

The BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma is a broad based practical business qualification which is intended for students who are seeking an alternative to a Foundation Degree or Degree and who wish to combine study and part-time work. The course will be taught by Business lecturers who are committed practitioners. The team will be complemented by guest speakers and visits to further contextualise the content being taught. Through the BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma course of study you will explore, challenge, develop and extend your • Independent enquiry and analytical skills • Research for professional and academic reports • Confidence in writing university level assignments and academic work preparation • Ability to write business plans and to set up your own business • Develop your presentation skills • English, Maths and IT skills through the vocational assignments • Employability skills e.g. team building, leadership, advocacy, self-management, organisation, presentation, peer support as well as adaptability and problem solving You will study a range of core and optional units. For the BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma there are 7 core units: • Business Strategy • International Marketing • Research Project (Pearson set) • Organisational Behaviour There are further optional units, the choice of which is at the discretion of the team. This is classed as a full-time course – on successful completion of this course, you will gain a BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma. Home & EU students are eligible to apply for a full-time loan from Student Finance England.