West Suffolk College
UCAS Code: B012 | Higher National Diploma - HND
Entry requirements
A-Levels / T-Levels that demonstrates a strong performance in a relevant subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
UCAS Tariff
GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above
About this course
Business activity is fundamental and universal to our everyday lives. Business organisations may differ in many ways, depending on the industry in which they operate globally, but they do share one common feature: the transformation of inputs into outputs. This transformation process takes place against a background of external influences that impact on business activity. The external environment in which business organisations operate is dynamic, complex, volatile and interactive.
The HND in Leadership in Management will help you develop as both a professional and reflective individual who is able to meet the demands of employers in the business section and adapt to a constantly changing world.
The Higher National Diploma in Leadership and Management is recognised by employers and professional organisations worldwide. It provides essential skills in leadership, decision making and management which are valued across a range of industries and sectors such as business, financial management, human resourcing and operations management.
Industry Connections: We are committed to helping you find suitable roles, ensuring you have the best chance to jumpstart your career.
Modules
Managing a Successful Business Project - An opportunity to demonstrate the skills required for managing and implementing a small-scale business project.
Operational Planning and Management - Exploring how operations management manages all business activities to efficiently create and deliver products and services. This includes the transformation of inputs into outputs of finished goods and services and activities throughout the supply chain. Reviewing how operations managers must look externally as well as at internal processes, considering suppliers’ performance and customers throughout the supply chain.
Digital Business in Practice - Exploring the impact of a range of digital technologies on the workplace. You will examine how these technologies can support businesses aims and services and allow interaction with customers, eg, to promote their business, to encourage people to visit their e-commerce site, to buy goods or services, to drive and increase sales, and to provide high levels of customer service.
Organisational Behaviour and Management - Developing knowledge and understanding of how organisational behaviour concepts, theories and techniques can be applied in work and management settings to enhance individual, team and organisational performance. You will be able to apply this knowledge in a variety of business situations.
Managing and Leading Change - Apply a range of change management concepts, including diagnosing driving and resisting forces, planning for change and dealing with change in organisational settings.
Principles of Operations Management - Seeing the dimensions of operations management and its central role for organisations across a wide range of sectors. You will also have the knowledge and skills required to progress to higher levels of study or employment in positions in operations, logistics and supply.
Business Strategy - Developing your awareness of the different types of strategic approach that could be used in an operational, tactical or strategic role for an organisation. This will be underpinned by a thorough knowledge and understanding of the theories, models and concepts that could significantly support an organisation’s strategic choice and direction.
Business Information Technology Systems - Understanding of contemporary business information technology (IT) systems and how organisations develop and continuously review their IT strategy to gain and maintain competitive advantage. Exploring the areas of business that benefit from the support of IT systems and how organisations are using IT as a driver for business improvement.
Business Data Analytics and Insights - Understanding and awareness of fundamental data analysis processes, data mining and data transformation. Broader topics such as data management ethics, legislation relating to data and using data in strategic choices will also be explored.
Business Communications and Relationship Management - Looking at concepts of communication in organisations and how to select communication techniques that are fit for purpose. You will investigate the contribution of interpersonal skills to successful relationship management and consider ways to build positive relationships with partners, stakeholders and suppliers. You will develop knowledge of approaches to negotiation, influencing and networking in a management/leadership context. Good pitching skills for a new product or service will generate sales and networking opportunities, while negotiating with different people and in different business transactions will secure more favourable deals.
Developing Individuals, Teams and Organisations - You will be introduced to the concept of high-performance workplaces and the strategic benefits this can bring to an organisation. Recognise that professional development is just one route to improving the performance of the teams and organisations in which they work.
Assessment methods
A variety of assessment methods are used which include written reports, written assignments, literature reviews, group presentations, and the compilation of a learning journal.
Modules are assessed by the module leader and internally verified by another member of staff.
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