Course summary
The Pearson Higher National Certificate (HNC) Leadership and Management (Online) is a level 4 qualification that helps you develop as a professional, self-reflecting individual, able to meet the demands of employers in the business sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualification offers a nationally-recognised, higher-education qualification and the chance to enhance your career prospects. This is an ideal course for those who are looking to add to their CV, develop or change their career.
The programme also forms the first part of the HTQ in Leadership and Management and once you have successfully completed it, you will be able to progress on to the HND (Top Up) Leadership and Management to obtain the full HTQ. The HNC Leadership and Management is a modular programme delivered fully online by our teachers through our Virtual Learning Environment.
The Higher National Certificate (HNC) Leadership and Management (Online) is a modular programme delivered fully online by our teachers through our Virtual Learning Environment. When you study with Activate Learning, you will belong to a group of students studying the HNC and have regular one-to-ones, group interactions and taught sessions with a team of highly-qualified and experienced teachers with business experience.
We understand the unique needs of students studying online; we appreciate that they may be juggling work, family, and other commitments, and at Activate Learning we are experienced in supporting people in those positions. We have a dedicated team of Higher Education Study Support Tutors who are on hand if you need additional help.
The HNC qualification offers a solid foundation in business aimed at students who would like a broad knowledge of all management concepts. This is ideal for students interested in a leadership and management position with entrepreneurial, employment or academic aspirations.
Modules
You will study eight units in total.
• The Contemporary Business Environment
• Marketing Process and Planning
• Management of Human Resources
• Leadership and Management
• Accounting Principles
• Managing a successful business project
• Digital Business Practice
• Operational Planning and Management
Assessment method
This course is delivered online and will consist of ‘live’ (synchronous) workshops and seminars along with learning materials which you will be guided through and able to complete at a time convenient to you. You will learn through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios. By participating in vocational activities, you will develop key behaviours and transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research, and analysis. Plus, you’ll be taught by a friendly, committed, and qualified team of lecturers who have both professional and teaching experience.
Assessment
You will be assessed through a mixture of written assignments, group assessment, peer assessment, portfolio assessment and practice-related coursework. You will also be supported with a wide range of learning resources made available via Activate Learning’s Online Learning Environment (ALO), including access to textbooks, articles, and multimedia content.
