HNC BUSINESS

Course description

This course gives students the opportunity to learn about the different sectors within the business industry and is designed to give you a broad understanding of the functions of business and a clear understanding of the business environment.

In year one, you will cover core business subjects, theories of managing and motivating people, business accounting, the economy, marketing, IT business applications and human resource management. There will be an exam to assess knowledge and skills gained.

The course covers all aspects of business management plus the chance to specialise in human resources (HR) or marketing for two units. You will gain work experience from placements and/or volunteering. There is also the opportunity to progress to degree-level study at West Lothian College (Edinburgh Napier University Business Management Degree).

Learning outcome

Education: HND business or further study elsewhere. Students who have continued their studies have gone on to work in marketing, HR, finance and operations management.

Employment: in a wide range of sectors; also supports those wishing to start their own business.