BTEC HND Business

Why study this course?

• Provides a broad and industry-relevant business education suitable for a range of sectors

• Develops professional skills in leadership, management, and operational planning

• Combines academic knowledge with practical, work-related projects

• Offers progression to the final year of a BA (Hons) Business Management degree

• Equips students with transferable skills in research, problem solving, and business decision-making

• Prepares graduates for roles in management, finance, sales, marketing, and entrepreneurship

Entry requirements

Academic Route

Minimum Age: 18 years

Applicants must provide evidence of their highest academic qualification, which may include:

• Level 3 Qualifications (A Levels, NVQ Level 3, Diploma, Certificate, or Access to Higher Education Diploma)
• International Baccalaureate
• High School Level Qualifications
• Level 2 Qualifications or equivalent (for example, GCSEs, NVQ Level 2, Diploma, or Certificate)

Work Route

Minimum Age: 21 years

Applicants who do not meet formal academic entry criteria may apply through the Work Route. This route recognises relevant professional experience in the field, or related industries as an alternative pathway into higher education. Some exceptions may apply for applicants with professional experience in other fields. This entry route ensures that motivated and experienced candidates can progress academically and professionally.

English Language Proficiency

If English is not the first language, applicants must complete an approved free English language test that assesses reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Equivalent qualifications may also be accepted.

Interview

All applicants are required to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team as part of the selection process.

Assessments

You’ll be able to test your skills and knowledge informally before you do assessments that count towards your final mark. You can get feedback on all practice and formal assessments so you can improve in the future. You will have the opportunity to complete a variety of relevant evaluation methods as you progress through your course modules, such as individual reports, case study analyses, group presentations, and personal independent tasks designed in cooperation with your course module leader. Personal discovery, digital technology, theory application to real-world business, managerial practice, and inventive thinking will be emphasised in your exams. You'll be assessed through:

• Coursework assignments, essays, and reports

• Individual and group projects

• Research-based tasks

• Presentations and applied business exercises

Modules

Study & Career Progression

This qualification is intended for students who desire to further their education through applied learning. Higher Nationals are aimed for students who want to pursue or develop their profession in business and provide a broad understanding of the business sector.

You can end up in any of the following careers:

• Retail Manager
• Sales Manager
• Business Consultant
• Business Adviser
• Business Development Manager
• Hotel Manager
• Office Manager
• Sustainability consultant

Or you could continue your studies, heading to university for a Top-up to further your education. See our Top-up courses.

Student Fee's & Finance

The Tuition Fee of the course may vary depending on the institution you wish to study at, as well as your status in the UK. The course is available for UK/EU & International Students and eligible for Student Loans Company (SLC) funding to help cover the cost of your tuition fees and other expenses.

If you are an UK/EU citizen or living in the UK on an Indefinite stay, apart from the tuition fees, you could also receive support from the government via Student Loans Company to cover some living costs while studying.

• Tuition fee loans cover the full cost of your course and are paid directly to the course provider.
• Maintenance Loan pays for day-to-day living expenses like rent, bills, food and books. Unlike the fees loan, it's paid directly to your student bank account once a term and you can spend it on anything you like.
• Student Finance has to be paid back, however, you only make Student Loan repayments once you've left your course AND are earning enough. Repayments vary with your salary, and stop altogether if your income drops too low.
• Students can also apply for other types of special support grants, such as childcare grants or Disabled Students' Allowance if eligible.
• Moreover, almost all universities offer a selection of student bursaries. These are cash gifts you usually don't have to repay.