The Centre of Excellence in Advanced Studies

Diploma in Leadership and Management

HND in Leadership and Management

Introduction

The 2024 BTEC Higher National qualifications in Leadership and Management for England feature an improved work-related curriculum tailored to meet the growing demand for high-quality professional and technical education pathways at levels 4 and 5. These qualifications are designed to equip students with the necessary skills and competencies for the workplace or for further higher education. At Level 5, the pathways are aligned with the occupational standards set by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE).

Course Details

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Various methods are used for the best learning outcomes. one unit each for HNC and HND, have an assessment that is set by Pearson. All assignments will ensure that the requirements of the employers are fulfilled and so that you may be able to seek further education. 

Knowledge and understanding are evaluated through

  • Coursework, often based on case studies
  • Essays
  • Time–based activity including examinations

Cognitive development is evaluated through

  • Coursework
  • Examinations
  • Project work

Practical skills are evaluated through

  • Practical reports with planning documentation
  • Portfolio completion
  • Presentations

Transferable skills are evaluated through

  • Project work
  • Group work

Acceptable entry profile includes:

  • Level 3 qualification in Business or any other relevant subject, including international equivalent.
  • GCE Advanced Level with strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject, or international equivalent.
  • International equivalent between GCSE and A levels, supported by 2 years related and provable work experience;
  • GCSE grades at A* to C (or 9 to 4), Level 2 qualification, or international equivalent, supported by 3 years related and provable work experience.
  • 5 years related and provable work experience.

English Proficiency
CEFR B2
Students who are non-native English speakers or who have not studied Level 3 in United Kingdom are expected to hold an accepted English language B2 (CEFR)

Interview
All applicants must pass an Academic Interview

Certification
The final certificate is issued by Pearson Education.

Process
Application - Supporting Documents - Diagnostics Test - Interview - Final Decision

The Level 5 Higher National Diploma allows students to specialise by committing to specific career paths and progression routes to degree-level study.

Once students have achieved the Level 5 Higher National Diploma, they can develop

their careers in the Leadership and Management sector by:

  • entering employment
  • continuing existing employment
  • linking with the appropriate professional body
  • committing to continuing professional development, or
  • going to university for a top-up degree programme and continue for Master’s Degree/Phd.