Business
The HND in Business is a two-year course that enables progression to a final year of study in most universities to complete an Honours Degree in Business. A HND is equivalent to 240 credits.
| Award Name | BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Pearson |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 | Pearson |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Entry Requirements
Higher Education Entry Criteria
Each Higher Education programme has its own distinctive entry requirements. This is set as a minimum UCAS points for entry. On some programmes, applicants must also hold subject specific qualifications to gain a place. Therefore, it is essential that you check entry requirements for each programme you are applying for. Please note, these are qualifications that applicants must have completed and certified to gain entry onto the respective programmes.
Applicants must hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in both English Language and Mathematics. Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number and Essential Skills Literacy may be regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths and English.
We recognise that prior learning or experience may give some students credit towards a qualification to gain entry onto a programme or credit towards a programme of study. Please refer to our Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process.
Please also note: The College reserves the right to increase the entry requirements for all Higher Education provision based on demand and required academic standards, as specified by the Awarding Body/validating organisation.
Applicants applying to programmes validated by university partners (UU, QUB and OU) who hold international qualifications must provide certificates to determine equivalence before an offer can be made.
Enhance entry criteria for this course is listed below:
- Applicants should also have a minimum of 64 UCAS points.
- GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above (or equivalent). Please contact us if you have a Grade D in English as we may be able to assist you.
These requirements can change and be discussed on an individual basis if necessary.
Proof of qualifications MUST be provided when you enrol, e.g., exam certificates.
Achieved and pending qualifications can be recorded now by logging into your online application account.
All courses within Belfast Met are delivered and assessed in English, apart from language-specific courses. Your competence in English must be verified prior to enrolling on your chosen course.
Careers / Further progression
Careers
Upon completion of the HND, opportunities exist to progress to further full or part-time study e.g. degree programmes or to professional qualifications such as the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Accounting Technicians Ireland and Institute of Leadership and Management. Or you can proceed to employment in the following areas:
- Financial analyst/accounting
- Marketing /brand marketing/digital marketing
- Sales representative/customer service
- Human Resources/equality and diversity
All HND students have the opportunity to progress final year of Ulster University BSc (Hons) Business Studies degree.
Further information
Start Date: Start Date: 09/09/2024. End Date: 07/06/2026.
Titanic Quarter
Academic period 2024:
Tuition Fee = £3050.00
Academic period 2025*:
Tuition Fee = £3050.00
Fees are payable annually.
*The fees for 2024 and 2025 have not been finalised and will be updated as soon as agreed.
All fees are set in accordance with DfE regulations.
Please contact the student loan company if you require a loan or our Funding Team by emailing studentfunding@belfastmet.ac.uk
Entry Year: 09/09/2024.
How to Apply
Make sure you apply as early as you can to increase your chance of getting onto your first choice course. Remember, you can apply for up to five courses!
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Overview
The HND in Business is a two-year course that enables progression to a final year of study in most universities to complete an Honours Degree in Business. A HND is equivalent to 240 credits.
By the end of the HND programme you will be able to:
- Identify the main functions and roles within business, and explain their relationship with each other, and with the external business environment.
- Examine the social, legal, cultural, and ethical impact of business and management decisions on both the organisation and its environment.
- Explore how organisations are managed and developed to meet future needs of stakeholders in a rapidly changing business environment.
- Develop and apply, academic and business skills including numerical and statistical methods, academic and business writing, communication, and presentation skills
- Develop and apply key soft skills including team working, coaching, leadership critical thinking skills, innovation, creativity, and enterprise to issues in a business context.
- Take ownership of your learning journey through effective time management, managing academic work and other commitments.
- Apply a self-reflective and active approach to your learning journey at Belfast Met.
A HND in Business at Belfast Met will enable you to:
- Develop business skills, knowledge and understanding you need to achieve high performance in the international business environment
- Develop skills and qualities that will enable you to work across different business functions and to manage and respond to change
- Acquire the core skills required for a range of careers in business, including management, human resources, marketing, entrepreneurship, accounting and finance
- Acquire an ability to be self- reflective to promote and support your own continuous professional development journey
- Develop understanding of the major impact that new digital technologies have on the business environment
- Provide insight into international business operations and the opportunities and challenges presented by a global marketplace.
A HND in Business will support and enhance your development of employability skills that include:
- Problem-solving skills that involve critical thinking and digital technology
- Independent Skills that include self-management, adaptability, resilience, prioritising and planning
- Interpersonal skills that include communication, working with others, negotiating, and influencing
- Commercial Skills that awareness of the business sector, marketing, and monitoring budgets
- Business Skills that include awareness of legal structures of companies, financial and business management
Why Study for a HND in Business at Belfast Met
- Opportunity to participate in international visits to European partner Colleges.
- Involvement in practical projects that incorporate sustainable enterprise objectives.
- Link in with Social Enterprise and Third Sector organisations as a volunteer/placement opportunity
- Partnership with Ulster University to facilitate progression to their BSc (Hons) Business Studies degree – final year.
Units covered will include for Year one:
Business and the Business Environment
Recording Financial Transactions
Marketing Process and Planning
Human Resource Management
Managing a Successful Business Project
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Leadership and Management
Accounting Principles
Units covered will include for Year two:
Global Business Environment
Marketing Insights & Analytics
Developing Individuals, Teams, and Organisations
Business Strategy
Statics for Management
Research Project
Organisational Behaviour
Year 1 - Approx. 90% coursework, 10% class assessment.
Year 2 - Approx. 100% coursework
Contact Us
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