HNC in Leadership & Management (Part-time)

Course Specification

The programme is designed to prepare and develop people in their understanding of all aspects of business and management, covering the key areas of finance, marketing, human resources and business law.

This is a two-year programme, completed over two years, one day per week, run on a 2-semester basis. A recognised and valued Higher Education qualification, this offers opportunities for advancement in the workplace as well as options to continue academic study to an HND in Business and then BA (Hons) degree.

The course will help you develop leadership and management skills, knowledge and understanding to achieve high performance in the business environment. You’ll also learn skills that will provide you with insights into business operations as well as the opportunities and challenges presented by a global marketplace so that you can create and deliver operational plans that achieve goals and objectives. In addition, you’ll ncrease understanding of the major impacts that digital technologies have upon the business environment, data security and management, and how to effectively use technology in an organisation.

There are several options for entry to this course:
-   48 UCAS points
-   One A Level or BTEC National Diploma / Certificate
-   Relevant work experience in a business department role

This programme offers a broad range of all aspects of business, covering the following core modules:

•   The Contemporary Business Environment
•   Marketing Processes and Planning
•   Management of Human Resources
•   Leadership and Management
•   Accounting Principles
•   Managing a Successful Business Project
•   Operational Planning and Management
•   Digital Business in Practice

Your work will be continually assessed internally throughout the course. The assessment will depend upon the particular module being studied. Typical assessment methods include assignments, developing portfolios and presentations.

Information for employers

For employers, investment in this programme can directly impact your business. By developing your future managers, they are better placed to contribute to productivity and performance whilst positively impacting on the functioning of your business and delivering your KPI’s .

Students will receive ongoing one-to-one guidance and support. Learning resources are provided and available from home via the college’s Moodle system. Our dedicated Student Support Tutor for Higher Education also provides support with assignment planning, organisation and time management, presentation skills, reading and notetaking.

To join this course you will first have to register with UCAS at www.ucas.com and then apply through UCAS. (Choose: Sign In–Students–Undergraduate–Apply–Register and follow the instructions.) You will then receive a confirmation email from UCAS and the College will be in contact with an interview date. Current Shrewsbury Colleges Group students should seek support from their tutor before applying.

If after reading this fact sheet, you are still undecided about the programme most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Advice Events, or ring Admissions on 01743 653111 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.