Entry requirements

You will be expected to have English and maths at GCSE grade 4 or above or a Level 2 Functional Skills certificate in English and maths may be considered.

Applicants must also have achieved successful completion of a Level 3 qualification, equivalent to 64 UCAS points, such as A Levels or BTEC Level 3. Other related Level 3 qualifications such as VRQ, NVQ, or an Access to Higher Education Diploma or related work experience, would also be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants must also have achieved successful completion of the Higher National Certificate in Leadership and Management for England.

All applicants who meet the entry requirements will be invited to attend an interview to demonstrate suitability for the course.

About the course

Take your leadership skills to the next level with the HND Level 5 in Leadership and Management, a two-year higher technical qualification equivalent to the second year of university. Building on the foundations laid in the HNC, this course dives deeper into strategic and operational aspects of business management.

Explore specialist topics such as Business Strategy, Managing and Leading Change and Developing Teams and Individuals, all designed to prepare you for dynamic leadership roles. You’ll develop the knowledge, behaviours and decision-making skills ensuring your learning directly connects with what employers are looking for.

This qualification is ideal for those aiming for influential roles such as Operations Manager, Regional Manager, Divisional Manager, Department Manager, or Specialist Manager or looking to ‘top up’ their HND to a degree. Through applied learning and practical development, you'll gain the tools and confidence to take on increased responsibility and drive business success.

Why study?

Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ)

This course is a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education, meaning it meets current employer and industry standards.

A Recognised Qualification

The HND is a Level 5 qualification, equivalent to the second year of a university degree. It combines academic learning with hands-on, career-focused skills.

Progression Opportunities

The most common progression is to "top-up" your HND to a full bachelor's degree, often in just one additional year or HND graduates are well-prepared to advance into supervisory or middle-management roles within their chosen field

Designed with Employers in Mind

Developed with employers, industry experts, and universities, Higher National qualifications focus on the skills businesses need blending technical, business and employability knowledge.

Smaller Class Sizes

With classes of around 15 students, you’ll enjoy personalised teaching, individual support and plenty of opportunities to engage with your tutors and peers.

Where will this course take me?

The Level 4 Higher National Certificate provides a solid foundation in leadership and management, which students can build on if they decide to continue their studies. The Level 5 Higher National Diploma allows students to progress to degree-level study, or into employment at lower/middle management roles. Once students have achieved the Level 5 Higher National Diploma, they can develop their career in the respective sector by:

Enter employment into roles such as an Operations Manager, HR Manager or Marketing Manager

Continuing existing employment

Committing to continuing professional development

Progress to university, studying for a related degree such as: BA (Hons) Leadership and Management for Business, BA Business and Human Resource Management or BA (Hons) Global Business Management

Core modules

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Mandatory Modules:

The Contemporary Business Environment

Marketing Processes and Planning

Management of Human Resources

Leadership and Management

Accounting Principles

Managing a Successful Business Project (Pearson Set)

Operational Planning and Management

Digital Business in Practice

 

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Mandatory Modules:

Organisational Behaviour Management

Managing and Leading Change (Pearson Set)

Principles of Operations Management

Business Strategy

Business Information Technology Systems

Developing Individuals, Teams and Organisations

Business Communications and Relationship Management

Business Data Analytics and Insights

How much does it cost?

£6185

You may be eligible to a student loan to cover your fees and maintenance. This loan is available from the Government via Student Finance England. The https://www.gov.uk/studentfinancesteps website has full details and you can use their calculator to see what help you may be entitled to.

If you have any questions our Admissions Advisers are on hand to offer financial advice and guidance. Please email  or call 01279 868100.