Full Time HND Business (pathways available: Accounting, Human Resource Management (HRM), Legal Studies, Management, Marketing)

MODE OF STUDY FT
HE LEVEL 2
DURATION 2 years
START DATE(S) September 2010
DAY(S)/TIME(S) OFFERED Students should anticipate being in attendance for up to four days per week
TOTAL FEE
TOTAL OVERSEAS FEE
ADDITIONAL COSTS To be advised
AWARDING/VALIDATION BODY London Metropolitan University
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants will have met one of the following entry requirements:

The achievement of a minimum of 60 UCAS points from AS/A level, ASVCE/AVCE (Vocational AS/A level and Double Award), BTEC National Award/Certificate/Diploma award(s) in Business or related subjects and Key Skills awards; or
Access award; or
Other recognised UK/Overseas related FE Level 3 awards.

Applicants will also need to provide evidence of English Language and Mathematics skills as demonstrated by:

A pass in English Language and Mathematics at GCSE, grade C or above; or
A minimum Level 2 in Communications and Application of Number Key Skills or equivalent.

Applicants whose qualifications do not conform to the standard entry requirements detailed above will be considered on merit. Relevant experience will be taken into account and full recognition will also be given to the principle of Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning AP(E)L.
PROGRAMME CONTENT/STRUCTURE
What can I expect on the course?
This is a nationally recognised Higher Education qualification designed to meet your educational skills needs for employment. Year 1 will provide you with a foundation in key aspects of business. From the second year, there is the opportunity to take option modules in specific areas of business interest and to study for one of the combined pathways.

How is the course structured?
The HND is modular with four subjects taken per semester on the full-time route and three subjects studied on the part-time equivalent.Modules are delivered using a combination of lectures and seminars, together with opportunities for individual and group work, and individual tutorials.

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including presentations, written essays and reports and some examinations.

The following pathways are taught by practising professionals who regularly contribute to the ongoing development of the syllabus and curriculum.

Accounting
This pathway is for those with an interest in combining studies in Business with Accounting, it is possible to take modules
in Accounting for Business and Cost and Management Accounting in the second year.

Human Resource Management (HRM)
This pathway is for those with an interest in combining studies in Business with HRM, it is possible to take modules in Employee
Resourcing and Employment Law in the second year.

Legal Studies
This pathway is for those with an interest in combining studies in Business with Legal Studies, it is possible to take modules
in Commercial Law and Employment Law in the second year.

Management
This pathway is for those with an interest in combining studies in Business with Management, it is possible to take
modules in Retail Management and Small Business Management in the second year.

Marketing
This pathway is for those with an interest in combining studies in Business with Marketing, it is possible to take modules in
Retail Management and Market Research in the second year.
PROGRESSION/CAREERS OPPORTUNITIES
What are the career opportunities?
Following the successful completion of the HND you can seek employment in a broad spectrum of industries at associate professional, higher technician or junior management level. Previous graduates have also started their own small businesses.