Business NC SCQF Level 4/5

The National Certificate in Business at SCQF level 5 is a 12 credit award designed as a business oriented programme which aims to provide candidates with a range of business skills and understanding. It recognises that learners will be at a stage where they are making choices about their future. As a result, it offers multiple exit routes towards employment or further study depending on the wishes of the student. Completing the course will put candidates in a stronger position to move to the next stage of their career and should substantially increase their chances of doing this successfully.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Non-advanced level: For people with Standard Grades, National 4/5 or Intermediate 1/2, relevant work experience or those who have successfully completed a relevant course at introductory level.

WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?

School leavers, adult returners, applicants who want to progress on to further Business programmes or gain specific business related skills and transferable skills demanded by employers.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

Continuously assessed throughout programme.

PROGRESSION ROUTES / CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Successful completion of this group award will offer the opportunity to apply to an HNC/HND programme in the Business Studies sector. Alternatively, students will be in a position to apply for a wide range of administrative jobs.