Course description:

The Edexcel BTEC Level 4 HNC in Business provides students with a programme of study that covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required in the business sector. The HNC in Busi-ness prepares students for further study at a higher level or employ-ment.

The course is assessed through on-going assignments and projects.

Course price:

£5,000

Course structure:

Awarding Body:

Edexcel

Course progression:

Entry requirements:

• UK A Level Equivalent Qualifications
  
  
• For applicants whose educational medium is not English, a level of CEFR B1 or above is required (typically IELTS 4.5)
  
  
• For full requirements please visit http://www.edexcel.com
  
  
• Minimum class size 5
  
  
• Minimum age 18

Important Information:

Course duration:

1 year

Course dates:

April and September

Course price(s):

£4,000 *

Course description:

This is a level 4 program in the new Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

Students will attend lectures, tutorials, seminars and group study sessions at the college. In addition, it is expected that at least 2 hours each day will be spent in private studies. Classes will vary and will include class-based instruction; self-study using computer assisted learning strategies, writing assessments and practical work in the labs.

• Introduction to Business
• Introduction to Quantitative Methods
• Introduction to Business Communication

Students must also pass one of the following options:

• Introduction to Accounting
• Introduction to Management Information Systems

Awarding Body:

Association of Business Executives (ABE)

Course progression:

• Holders of the Diploma in Business Management are able to proceed to ABE Higher Diploma in Business Management
• Eligible for entry to first year Bachelor degree in 30 UK universities

Entry requirements:

• Four GCSE/GCE ‘O’ level/SCE, one of which should be in English and one in a Maths subject at grade A, B or C (for overseas students grades 1 to 6 Credits/Distinctions are considered equivalent)
• Intermediate HSC pass with good grades
• For applicants whose educational medium is not English, a level of CEFR B1 or above is required (typically IELTS 4.5)
• For full requirements please visit http://www.abeuk.com/
• Minimum class size 5
• Minimum age 18

Visa  advice:

Course duration:

1 year

Course dates:

April and September

Course price(s):

£5,500 *

Course description:

Students will attend lectures, tutorials, seminars and group study sessions at the college. In addition, it is expected that at least 2 hours each day will be spent in private studies. Classes will vary and will include class-based instruction; self-study using computer assisted learning strategies, writing assessments and practical work in the labs.

The four compulsory subjects are:

• Organisational Behaviour
• Financial Accounting
• The Business Environment
• Quantitative Methods for Business & Management

Higher Diploma Part 2

• The two compulsory subjects are:
• Human Resource Management
• Marketing Policy, Planning & Communication

Students must also pass two of the following options:

• Managing the Customer Relationship
• Principles of Business Law
• Economics for Business
• Managerial Accounting

Awarding Body:

Association of Business Executives (ABE)

Course progression:

• Holders of the Higher Diploma in Business Management are able to proceed to ABE Graduate Diploma
• Bachelors degree at 30 UK universities   

Entry requirements:

• ABE Diploma (in any programme) or
• Have two GCE A- Levels and four GCSEs at Grade C or above, two of which must be in English and Maths or
• Equivalent QCF level 4 qualification.(overseas)
• Students with at least two years relevant work experience can also apply, even without any of the above qualifications (A reference letter from employer must accompany the application)
• For applicants whose educational medium is not English, a level of CEFR B1 or above is required
• For full requirements please visit http://www.abeuk.com
• Minimum class size 5
• Minimum age 18

Visa  advice:

Course duration:

1 year

Course dates:

April and September

Course price(s):

£5000

Course description:

If you have a business degree and wish to pursue a more senior role in management or you are a graduate and wish to go onto study for a Master's in Management or an MBA, then this programme is for you. This innovative programme has been tailored for graduates who want to cover a wide range of business practice and research-orientated study opportunities.  The programme has been developed to meet current and future employer demands. By taking the Level 7 Diploma in Business Management you will ensure that you stay a step ahead of the competition.  

Students attend lectures, tutorials, seminars and group study sessions at the college.  In addition, it is expected that at least two hours each day will be spent in private studies.  Classes will vary and will include class-based instruction, self-study using computer assisted learning strategies, writing assessments and practical work in the lab.

Modules: The course has eight modules:

• Information and Knowledge Management
• International Marketing Strategy
• Management, Control and Accountability for Financial Resources
• Managing People in Organisations
• Research Methods
• Study Skills for Postgraduate Learning
• Strategic Management
• Strategic Operations Management

Assessment: The qualification will be assessed by a combination of internally marked assignments and externally marked examinations.

Awarding Body:

NCC Education

Course progression:

• Holders of the Postgraduate Diploma are able to proceed to Masters Programmes at the Universities of Worcestershire; Gloucestershire, Huddersfield and LJMU.

Entry requirements:

• An honours degree from a UK university (minimum 2:2) in any subject,
• Or equivalent award from a non-UK university,  
• Or three years' work experience at managerial level with significant responsibility for resources (staff, financial, physical etc., or a combination of these).  Prospective students must be able to demonstrate that these responsibilities were significant and that they had a high level of autonomy. A decision on entry to the programme via a work experience route will be made by NCC Education.
• English proficiency of CEFR level B2
• Minimum class size 5
• Minimum age 18

Visa  advice:

Course duration:

1 year

Course dates:

April and September

Course price(s):

£5000

Course description:

This program offers students a strategic and holistic perspective of IT, Information systems and computing application in ‘real-life’ business and enterprises.

Students attend lectures, tutorials, seminars and group study sessions at the college. In addition, it is expected that at least 2 hours each day will be spent in private studies. Classes will vary and will include class-based instruction; self-study using computer assisted learning strategies, writing assessments and practical work in the labs.

• Research in Information Technology
• Project Management
• Strategic Information Systems Analysis
• Enterprise software & Business Infrastructure

Assessment: The qualification will be assessed by a combination of internally marked assignments and externally marked examinations. (held every March & September)

Awarding Body:

NCC Education

Course progression:

• Holders of the Postgraduate Diploma are able to proceed to University of Gloucestershire/Greenwich/Huddersfield

Entry requirements:

• UK Bachelor’s honours degree (or overseas equivalent)
• OR Non-IT degree but three year’s work experience in IT environment.
• English proficiency of CEFR level B2
• Minimum age 18

Visa  advice:

Course duration:

1 year

Course dates:

April and September

Course price(s):

£5000

Course description:

The intensity of developments in global healthcare demands new managers and leaders who understand the effects of rapid change in their environments.  This Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Social Care Management draws upon insights from practical contexts and from the extant literature.  Throughout the programme delivery, students will embrace knowledge of management theories, concepts and frameworks.  The thorough examination of the way in which those philosophies, ideologies and values shape our understanding of leadership, improvement and innovation, and how these theories relate to, or be useful within a healthcare context.

Students attend lectures, tutorials, seminars and group study sessions at the college. In addition, it is expected that at least 2 hours each day will be spent in private studies. Classes will vary and will include class-based instruction; self-study using computer assisted learning strategies, writing assessments and practical work in the labs.

• Leading and managing for the future
• Leading strategic change
• Public sector management
• Strategic management in public and non-profit organisations
• Managing finance
• Managing service delivery
• Managing your enterprise
• Personal and team effectiveness

Assessment: Conducted through multiple methodologies to ensure quality and maximizing the learning experience of all students; will include coursework, reflective reviews and resentations.

Awarding Body:

Association of Business Practitioners (ABP)

Course progression:

Holders of the Postgraduate Diploma are able to proceed to:

• MBA in Health & Social Care (University of Wales)

Entry requirements:

• Eligible candidates will be expected to satisfy one of the following requirements:
• A first degree in business related subjects from a recognised university or institution.
• Degree in nursing from a recognized university or Institution
• HND plus minimum 2 years managerial experience
• 3 year nursing diploma (Asia) plus minimum 3 years managerial experience
• Students with a first degree, but not in a business domain, must have at least three years management experience.
• English proficiency of CEFR level B2
• Minimum class size 5
• Minimum age 18

Visa  advice:

Course duration:

1 Year

Course dates:

Continuous Enrolment

Course price(s):

£5,500*

Course description:

This award is aimed at leaders and managers working in: residential services for older people; residential services for younger adults; residential services for children; domiciliary care services; day services and community based services; adoption and fostering services. The key purpose of this qualification is to develop the skills of managers to lead and manage an excellent service that promotes and safeguards the wellbeing of individuals and their development. This course assists senior staff within health and social care settings to meet regulatory requirements.

• The intensity of developments in global healthcare demands new managers and leaders who understand the effects of rapid change in their environments.  This Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Social Care Management draws upon insights from practical contexts and from the extant literature.  Throughout the programme delivery, students will embrace knowledge of management theories, concepts and frameworks.  The thorough examination of the way in which those philosophies, ideologies and values shape our understanding of leadership, improvement and innovation, and how these theories relate to, or be useful within a healthcare context.

• Students attend lectures, tutorials, seminars and group study sessions at the college. In addition, it is expected that at least 2 hours each day will be spent in private studies. Classes will vary and will include class-based instruction; self-study using computer assisted learning strategies, writing assessments and practical work in the labs.

Modules: 

You will study the following mandatory modules:

Using and developing systems that promote communication
Promoting professional development
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
Developing health and safety and risk management policies procedures and practices
Working in partnership
Plus optional units

• Assessment: For this qualification, you’ll learn in a classroom or in your workplace. You’ll be assessed at work. For each unit your assessor watches and asks questions as your perform a task, or they may look at a portfolio of work that you’ve built as formal evidence of your learning. Then they confirm you’ve got the skills to do the job well.

• Total Credits: 33 - 80

• QCF Level: 5

Course Structure:

Awarding Body:

City and Guilds

Course progression:

Holders of this qualification shall be able to proceed to a top-up BSc in Health Care Management at a collaborating partner university.

Entry requirements:

• Have two GCE A- Levels and four GCSEs at Grade C or above, two of which must be in English and Maths or
• Equivalent QCF level 3 qualification in a related area.
• Must have work experience in Health & Social Care sector
• For applicants whose educational medium is not English, a level of CEFR B1 or above is required

Visa  advice:

International students from outside the EU/EEA will need either a Student visitor visa or Tier 4 general visa. See http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/adult-students/