GLOBALLY RECOGNISED BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA AND BA (HONS) DEGREE
Complete this Business Administration Program In Little As 28 Months
HND Course Highlights
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IMPORTANT PROGRAM INFO |
STAGE 1 OF 2: HND IN BUSINESS
TITLE OF QUALIFICATION:
BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business Studies
TAUGHT AT:
AIM University Group
AWARDING BODY:
Business, Technology And Educational Council (BTEC)
QUALIFICATION APPROVAL BODIES:
Office Of Qualification And Examination Council (OFQUAL); and Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA)
APPROVAL AND ACCREDITATION
Accreditation Number: 603/2281/0
Accreditation Link: https://register.ofqual.gov.uk/
DURATION OF STUDY:
24 Months For The HND | A college year is eight months with two semesters.
The regular program duration for the higher nationals is 24 Months but can be completed in 16/20 months by taking additional courses.
BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business Studies
TAUGHT AT:
AIM University Group
AWARDING BODY:
Business, Technology And Educational Council (BTEC)
QUALIFICATION APPROVAL BODIES:
Office Of Qualification And Examination Council (OFQUAL); and Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA)
APPROVAL AND ACCREDITATION
Accreditation Number: 603/2281/0
Accreditation Link: https://register.ofqual.gov.uk/
DURATION OF STUDY:
24 Months For The HND | A college year is eight months with two semesters.
The regular program duration for the higher nationals is 24 Months but can be completed in 16/20 months by taking additional courses.
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Program Description
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BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business prepares students with the knowledge, skills, and understanding to advance directly onto final year/s for the degree. Our modern higher education programs are backed by the quality and reputation of BTEC – UK’s largest examination board, and the degree top-up is by the University Of Northampton - a top 50 UK University in its brand new £330 million state-of-the-art campus in England. The program offers five (5) specialist pathways to suit each student’s preference: Accounting, Aviation Management, Business Management, Marketing and Human Resource Management. It has approximately 16-18 modules with 240 cumulative credits needed to join final year at University Of Northampton to top-up the bachelor’s degree in just eight (8) Months!
You will have the opportunity to study for two years, and can then Top-up online, on-campus or distance learning. We can confidently tell you that this course has everything you'll need to enter the job market immediately or continue to final year for the bachelor's degree.
But, there's so many other benefits:
SKILLS
The business program will provides the education and training you'll need for a range of careers in accounting, business management, marketing, office administration, human resource management, operations management, retailing etc. The business units on this program also tackle customer value management, principles of management, organisational behavior, launching new ventures and sales management.
You will have the opportunity to study for two years, and can then Top-up online, on-campus or distance learning. We can confidently tell you that this course has everything you'll need to enter the job market immediately or continue to final year for the bachelor's degree.
- Top-up means that you have accumulated enough credits to upgrade to the full degree. While the credits from this program are easily transferred to University Of Northampton, because BTEC is a recognized and accredited UK Examination Board, the diploma can also be transferred to the final year/s of almost any university that you may choose in the Caribbean, Canada, USA, UK or even a local university nearer to where you live.
- The obvious benefits are the two globally recognized qualifications you'll be be earning on the journey - your diploma and degree. Because you can complete the HND within the first 16-24 months, you can enter the job market earlier with an acceptable credential, even while working on the full bachelor's (honours) degree.
But, there's so many other benefits:
- This program is easily the fastest, most affordable and practical way to a degree from a world-leading university. It's engaging and the courses are hands-on. Our classes and assessment methods are so diverse that learning becomes enjoyable and real to the real professional work requirements. Our Learners carry-out class-based activities and earn their grades from oral and written activities such as debates, interviews, role playing, case study, pop quizzes, research reports, and reflecting on their own performances at work and in teams.
- The theoretical and practical elements to this program makes it the most suitable for students who will be aiming to go directly on to employment and who may also wish to top-up to the bachelor's degree in a shorter time.
- We accept credits transferred from other college/s you attended and also consider your work experiences as valuable for course exemptions to shorten your time on the degree. This will also reduce the cost of the program.
- This pathway offers the flexibility to study on-campus in the UK, USA, Jamaica, and Canada OR attend 100% online where you get to join and participate in live classes held on-campus. You can also choose to study distant learning on your own time.
- If you desire to study in your country or to travel abroad to work and study for a permitted period, this is the perfect program for you.
SKILLS
The business program will provides the education and training you'll need for a range of careers in accounting, business management, marketing, office administration, human resource management, operations management, retailing etc. The business units on this program also tackle customer value management, principles of management, organisational behavior, launching new ventures and sales management.
Additional Information
Opportunities Abroad
In previous years students have participated in at least one optional study trip to a destination outside of their country. The cost of optional trips would not normally exceed US$750 for flights and accommodation from most destinations in the Americas. You may need to allow an additional $250 for your expenses on the trip. Students may further benefit from programs sponsorship covering up to 50% of the travel. Conditions apply.
Opportunities Abroad
In previous years students have participated in at least one optional study trip to a destination outside of their country. The cost of optional trips would not normally exceed US$750 for flights and accommodation from most destinations in the Americas. You may need to allow an additional $250 for your expenses on the trip. Students may further benefit from programs sponsorship covering up to 50% of the travel. Conditions apply.
STAGE 2 OF 2:
TOP-UP THE BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN EIGHT (8) MONTHS
TOP-UP THE BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN EIGHT (8) MONTHS
TITLE OF QUALIFICATION:
BA (HONS) Degree In Business (Top-Up)
TAUGHT AT:
University Of Northampton
AWARDED BY:
University Of Northampton
MODE OF STUDY:
ON-CAMPUS AND DISTANCE LEARNING
DURATION OF STUDY:
8 Months | A college year is eight months with two semesters.
BA (HONS) Degree In Business (Top-Up)
TAUGHT AT:
University Of Northampton
AWARDED BY:
University Of Northampton
MODE OF STUDY:
ON-CAMPUS AND DISTANCE LEARNING
DURATION OF STUDY:
8 Months | A college year is eight months with two semesters.
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DEGREE COURSE INFO
This course is specifically designed for holders of HND qualifications or similar UK and international qualifications. The award allows you to gain a full honours degree in one year. This course has been specifically designed to meet the needs of the international business and is composed of four compulsory modules plus two designated modules.
TOP-UP COURSES
Advertising and Marketing
Business Studies and Entrepreneurship
Economics, Accounting and Finance
Management and Logistics
This course is specifically designed for holders of HND qualifications or similar UK and international qualifications. The award allows you to gain a full honours degree in one year. This course has been specifically designed to meet the needs of the international business and is composed of four compulsory modules plus two designated modules.
TOP-UP COURSES
Advertising and Marketing
Business Studies and Entrepreneurship
- Business and Management (Top-up) BA (Hons)
- Business Entrepreneurship (Top-up) BA (Hons)
- Commerce and International Business BA (Hons) (Top-Up)
- International Business Communications (Top-up) BA (Hons)
Economics, Accounting and Finance
- Accounting and Finance (Top-up) MSc
- International Accounting (Top-up) BSc (Hons)
- International Banking and Finance (Top-up) BSc (Hons)
- International Finance BSc (Hons) (Top-up)
- Professional Accounting (Top-up) BSc (Hons)
Management and Logistics
THE UNIVERSITY PROMISES
By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be sure that:
By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be sure that:
- You will experience student life at the University’s £330 million Waterside Campus. Come along to an Open Day and find out more.
- Based on the evidence available, the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Panel judged that the University of Northampton delivers consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its students. It is of the highest quality found in the UK.
- Our expert academics teach in small groups supported with one to one assistance. Our academics and students form a tight bond, providing individualized support and guidance whilst challenging students academically.
- We invest more money into your education than 90% of Universities in the UK
✱✱ source: Guardian University League Table 2020
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND PROGRAM BENEFITS
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IMPORTANT PROGRAM INFO |
1. ADMISSION TO THE PROGRAM
You may enter with any one: SAT Scores, GED, Four (4) CSEC/IGCE Subjects, UK Level 3 National Diploma, or similar secondary school exit qualifications from your country.
We will also consider mature students aged 25 years with only three (3) subjects if you have two years of pertinent work experience.
Applicants who are 30 years or older and do not meet the regular entry requirement are also recommended to apply if you have five (5) years of high school education and three (3) years of full-time employment.
You may enter with any one: SAT Scores, GED, Four (4) CSEC/IGCE Subjects, UK Level 3 National Diploma, or similar secondary school exit qualifications from your country.
We will also consider mature students aged 25 years with only three (3) subjects if you have two years of pertinent work experience.
Applicants who are 30 years or older and do not meet the regular entry requirement are also recommended to apply if you have five (5) years of high school education and three (3) years of full-time employment.
2. ONLINE PLACEMENT TESTS:
All Applicants are required to take and pass the online placement tests for admission.
3. TUITION AND FEES FOR THE HND:
Our Tuition and fees are almost 90% lower than traditional universities because we price the diploma-level of the program (the first 16-24 months) at a lower rate than the university will be charging for the final year/s when you are topping up the bachelor's honours degree.
Tuition for 2020/2021 programs are on the brochure attached. This amount covers tuition, student fees and external assessment fees. The Tuition may be paid in full for the entire 16-24 months on the HND. You may use a flexible plan. Example, paying per year; per semester (2 times per year); per term (3-parts), or in four parts.
Even more flexible is available in the payment terms. If you can prove that you're employed, you may start classes with US$250 on your account and pay $70 per month.
TUITION AND FEES FOR THE DEGREE FINAL YEAR:
*Tuition on the final year/s will depend on whether you plan on attending university on-campus as an international student or you will be studying distant learning.
Whatever your choice is, our Admission Advisers can assist in discussing your options and looking at the most affordable alternatives available.
RSVP and join us at one of our very informative New Student Information Sessions which are conducted on a weekly basis.
