Brit College offers the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business, which falls under the Ofqual Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) Qualification. The two-year BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business (RQF) Level 5 is awarded by Pearson.

Funding is available for this programme from the Student Loans Company for UK home students.

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Teaching is face-to-face combined with online learning resources available via our Moodle Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Classes are usually held on one of our modern and well-equipped campuses at Limehouse. 

Course Details

Awarding Organisation: Pearson

Pearson is a multinational education and examination body. Pearson is the UK's largest awarding organisation offering academic, vocational and work-based learning qualifications, including BTEC, Edexcel and LCCI. Its qualifications, examinations and assessments are regulated by The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). The HND offered by Brit College is an award credited within the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

Course Level: 5

Course Description:

This qualification is a 2-year course designed to enable individuals to acquire the knowledge, understanding and skills necessary for success in a range of administrative and management positions.

BTEC HNDs have enjoyed a long history of recognition and respect from employers and higher education institutions worldwide. In developing this qualification, Pearson has consulted with relevant Professional Bodies and considered the relevant National Occupational Standards for Business, Administration and Management.

The course is an intermediate level qualification on the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) and covers years 1 & 2 of a typical UK undergraduate degree. It is delivered through a flexible modular structure, enabling you to study at your own pace.

 Entry Requirements:

Applicants must be: Be aged 18 or over

Students will do much better in all their assessments if they have GCSE English and Maths. Previous experience in the industry will help applicants gain a more comprehensive understanding of the concepts presented on the course.

Applicants who have recently been in education are likely to need:

• A BTEC Level 3 qualification in the relevant area of study, for example, Business, Hospitality Management, and Leadership and Management
• A GCE, Advanced Level profile, demonstrating strong performance in management and business associated subjects, for example, Business Studies, Hospitality Management, and Leadership and Management or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject, supported by GCSE grades at A* to C (or equivalent) and 9 to 4 (or equivalent) in subjects such as maths and English and other related Level 3 qualifications
• Access to Higher Education Diploma from an approved further education institution
• Management associated work experience of at least two years: Manager, Senior Manager,  Team Leader, business owner or those working for organisations where they are due for promotion to a senior position or their promotion is dependent on their successful completion of the course
• An international equivalent to the above qualifications will be considered, based on an appropriate translation of the certificates obtained and confirmation of their local equivalence by UK Naric.

RECOGNITION OF THE PRIOR LEARNING

The Recognition of the Prior Learning process means that the admissions team may take into account the previous learning and experience of the applicant.  The applicant may receive an award of specific qualifications or units based on their prior learning or experience.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMPETENCY

Applicants applying for all our qualifications, which are taught and assessed entirely in English, need English language skills.

Non-native English speakers who have not carried out their final two years of schooling in English should demonstrate ability at a standard equivalent to:

• Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2
• PTE Academic 51, or
• IELTS 5.5 (reading and writing must be at 5.5

We assess the level of English as part of the selection process using a written statement and an interview.

Course Outline:

The course consists of 15 units overall, with eight studied in year 1 and seven in year 2. It has a credit value of 240 credits in the FHEQ, with 125 credits being at level 5 or above. The course will involve two days per week of college-based study, and you will also be expected to study on your own for at least 5 hours per module per week.

ASSESSMENT METHOD: The course is 100% assignment based, and the course team designs the coursework.

Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Business (General) Course Structure 

Tuition Fees:
£6,000 per academic year

Career Progression Opportunities 

On successful completion of the Level 5 Higher National Diploma, students can develop their careers in the business sector through: 

• Entering new employment 
• Continuing existing employment 
• Linking with the appropriate Professional Body 
• Committing to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) 
• Progressing to university 

Progression to University 

The Level 5 Higher National Diploma is recognised by Higher Education providers as meeting admission requirements for many relevant business-related courses, such as: 

• BSc (Hons) in Business and Management 
• BA/BSc (Hons) in Business Studies 
• BSc (Hons) in International Management 

Employment Opportunities