Level 5 HND Business Course in Birmingham. Classes run at South & City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus, full-time during the day over two years. Fees vary depending on your circumstances. For some learners the course may be free, and fees may apply for others. Contact the college for full fee information. You'll study economics, marketing, accounting, and specialist management modules across a broad business curriculum. The course is equivalent to the second year of an undergraduate degree, and the level 5 hnd business qualification is recognised by universities for degree top-up entry.
Who this course is for
Discover the HND Business and Management qualification�an equivalent to the second year of an undergraduate degree. This programme delves into a comprehensive spectrum of vital business subjects, including economics, marketing, and accounting, accompanied by specialised management modules.
Tailored for aspiring students seeking roles within diverse organisations, this course is designed to foster independent-thinking professionals. It equips learners to navigate the dynamic landscape of business demands, empowering them to adapt to an ever-evolving world.
It serves as a launching pad for those eyeing higher-level degree studies, paving a seamless path towards advanced qualifications.
Entry requirements
Aged 18 years old by August 31st when the programme starts, entry requires a minimum of 64 UCAS points from Level 3 qualifications, and GCSE English/Maths at Grade 4 or equivalent. Level 3 qualifications include A-levels, BTECs, City & Guilds, Access to HE, or completion of an Advanced Apprenticeship. Consideration may be given to applicants with significant work experience or professional qualifications. Overseas qualifications need to meet these criteria, with English IELTS Level 5.5.
What you will learn
You'll study core business economics and how markets and organisations interact.
You'll develop marketing knowledge, including how to plan and evaluate campaigns.
You'll cover accounting principles and how to interpret financial information.
You'll explore management theory and how to apply it in real organisations.
You'll build skills in business strategy and decision-making.
You'll complete specialist management modules that develop independent professional thinking.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the Digbeth Campus. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC HND is assignment-based. You'll complete written assignments, reports, and project work for each unit. There are no traditional written exams for most units. Some units may include presentations or case study tasks. Your tutors will give feedback on drafts to help you meet the assessment criteria.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South & City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator, coordinating day-to-day operations in an organisation
Marketing assistant, supporting campaigns and brand activity
Junior account manager, managing client relationships in a business
Finance assistant, supporting budgeting and financial reporting
Operations coordinator, keeping business processes running smoothly
HR assistant, supporting recruitment and people management
Sales executive, developing new business and managing accounts
Management trainee, working toward a supervisory or team leader role
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Business or Business Management (top-up degree): the HND is widely accepted for entry into the final year of a bachelor's degree at many UK universities, letting you complete a full honours degree in one further year.
Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership: a professional management qualification valued by employers if you want to move into a management role without completing a full degree.
ACCA or AAT qualifications: if accounting units sparked an interest, these professional routes lead toward a career in finance or accountancy.
