BTEC National Certificate in Business Management

BTEC National Certificate in Business (Management)
Summary
This course is appropriate for those who want a general qualification in business that gives them the opportunity to explore a variety of business elements. It may be that you wish to progress into management and have not had the opportunity to explore sufficient aspects of business to be confident; or if you are in a management position but do not have experience of all the areas of your workplace. This certificate provides an excellent overview of the most important aspects of business management.
About the Course
The course meets twice a week - one evening will be spent on assignment writing.
There are 4 core units of study:
* Exploring Business Activity
* Investigating Business Resources
* Introduction to Marketing
* Effective People, Communication and Information
There are also 4 specialist management units:
* Improving Performance in the Workplace
* Management of an Event
* Exploring Team Development
* Managing Physical Resources
You will also study 4 additional units from the following:
* Introducing Management Accounting
* An Introduction to Marketing Research
* Understanding Relationship Marketing
* Understanding Aspects of Employment Law
* Managing Business Information
* Starting a Small Business
Depending on student demand, additional units can be studied to take into account individual needs.
Course Aims
The course aims to give you a broad picture of business from a management point of view. You do not have to be a manager at the moment to be able to study the course. There will be opportunities to use your employer or a business of your choice.
What are the entry requirements?
How is the course assessed?
There are no examinations on this course. It is assessed through assignment (word-processed) only.
Are there any resources to obtain?
Students will need to purchase books during the course. These will be discussed on application. You will also need access to a computer.
Fees
A Fee: £990.00, B Fee: £ 990.00, C Fee: £10.00
Are there any other costs?
Text Books
What facilities can be used on this course?
Appropriate study room.
What next?
This course could lead to the BTEC Higher National Certificate in Business (Level 3), Foundation Degree, NVQs in Management.