Business Management

The HND in Business Management provides a wide-ranging study of the business sector and is 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 it will prepare you for further study or training. You will gain a wide range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills gained in research, self-study, directed study and workplace scenarios. During the first year students develop a broad knowledge and awareness of key aspects of the business sector through six core units, which include one unit assessed by a Pearson-set assignment. Units may include: ● Business and the Business Environment ● Marketing Essentials ● Human Resource Management ● Management and Operations ● Management Accounting ● Managing a Successful Business Project (Pearson-set unit). Progressing on to the second year will ensure you develop a sound understanding of the principles in the study of Management and you will learn how to apply those principles more widely. You will evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems. You will be able to perform effectively in your chosen field and will have the qualities necessary for employment in situations requiring the exercise of personal responsibility and decision-making. Units may include: • Research Project • Organisational Behaviour • Operations and Project Management • Understanding and Leading Change • Global Business Environment Career Progression On successful completion of the Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business Management you will be able to develop you career in the business sector through entering employment or advancement in existing employment and/or progressing onto a top-up degree course. Employment opportunities include roles within the fields of Accounting and Finance, Business Management, Human Resources, Marketing, Operations Management and Retail.