BTEC-Higher National Diploma in Business (HND Level 5)
- 2 Years / Onsite
- Intake: Jan / Sept
- Awarding Body: Pearson
Overview
Welcome to Trent Education Centre’s Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business (Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management). This rewarding and challenging programme is designed to provide learners with a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills essential to business.
BTEC Higher Nationals offer a strong emphasis on practical skills alongside the development of the essential knowledge and understanding required in today’s business environment. Learners benefit from this comprehensive academic and practical programme, which develops key skills and knowledge tailored to their individual progression needs—whether that be into employment, starting their own business, or continuing into higher education, including a top-up year for a university degree or other professional courses.
A major progression route for learners of the BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) and Diploma (HND) is direct entry to the second or third year of an honours degree programme, depending on how well the BTEC units align with the prerequisites of the chosen degree.
The BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND Level 5) is a two-year programme, comprising both the HNC and HND stages. It provides greater depth and specialisation compared to the BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC Level 4).
The HND requires a total of 240 credits:
- 120 credits at Level 4 (8 units, each worth 15 credits)
- 120 credits at Level 5 (6 units at 15 credits each plus 1 unit at 30 credits)
This includes 2 core units and 5 optional units selected by Trent Education Centre.
- Total Qualification Time:1,200 hours
- Guided Learning Hours:480 hours
- Independent Study Hours:720 hours
Qualification Code: 603/6838/X
Awarding Body: Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business (Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management) (RQF)
For Learners who have recently been in education, the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
- A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Business
- A GCE Advanced Level profile demonstrating strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance across multiple GCE subjects
- Other related Level 3 qualifications
- At least one GCE A Level pass in a relevant subject, supported by appropriate GCSE passes
- An Access to Higher Education Certificate awarded by an approved Further Education institution
- Appropriate work experience
- Learners aged 18 or over applying for HND courses
- An international equivalent of the above qualifications
Trent Education Centre (TEC) will consider applicants’ prior learning when assessing their suitability for BTEC Higher Nationals, through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Learners who are non-native English speakers and have not completed their final two years of schooling in English must demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to the standards listed below before being admitted to a programme taught and assessed in English:
- Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Level B2
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic score of 51
- IELTS overall score of 5.5, with Reading and Writing each at 5.5 or equivalent
- Unit 1. Business Environment (15 Credits)
- Unit 2: Marketing Processes and Planning (15 Credits)
- Unit 3: Human Resource Management (15 Credits)
- Unit 4: Leadership and Management (15 Credits)
- Unit 5: Accounting Principles (15 Credits)
All level 4 units above are core units for level 5.
Plus 30 credits from the Level 4 optional Units.
- Unit 19: Research Project (Pearson Set)(30 Credits)
- Unit 20: Organisational Behaviour (15 Credits)
- Unit 27: Identifying Entrepreneurial Opportunities (15 Credits)
- Unit 28: Launching a New Venture (15 Credits)
- Unit 29: Managing and Running a Small Business (15 Credits)
- Unit 28: Strategic Human Resource Management (15 Credits)
- Unit 28: Digital Marketing (15 Credits)
Plus 75 credits
Year 2 HND Level 5 Business
All level 4 units above are core units for level 5
Code: 603/6838/X Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management) (RQF)
| Unit Title | Guided Learning Hours | Independent Study Hours | Core Specialist | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1. Business Environment | 60 | 90 | Core Mandatory | 15 | 4 |
| Unit 2. Marketing processes and Planning | 60 | 90 | Core Mandatory | 15 | 4 |
| Unit 3. Human Resource Management | 60 | 90 | Core Mandatory | 15 | 4 |
| Unit 4. Leadership and Management | 60 | 90 | Core Mandatory | 15 | 4 |
| Unit 5. Accounting Principles | 60 | 90 | Core Mandatory | 15 | 4 |
Plus 30 credits from the Level 4 optional Units
Level 4 optional units
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management)
Level 5 units
| Unit Title | Guided Learning Hours | Independent Study Hours | Core Specialist | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 19. Research project (Pearson set) | 120 | 180 | Core Mandatory | 30 | 5 |
| Unit 20. Organisational Behaviour | 60 | 90 | Core Mandatory | 15 | 5 |
Plus 75 credits
| Unit Title | Guided Learning Hours | Independent Study Hours | Units | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 27. Identifying Entrepreneurial Opportunities | 60 | 90 | Specialist Unit Mandatory | 15 | 5 |
| Unit 28. Launching a New Venture | 60 | 90 | Specialist Unit Mandatory | 15 | 5 |
| Unit 29. Managing and Running a Small Business | 60 | 90 | Specialist Unit Mandatory | 15 | 5 |
| Unit 28. Strategic Human Resource Management | 60 | 90 | Specialist Unit Mandatory | 15 | 5 |
| Unit 28. Digital Marketing | 60 | 90 | Specialist Unit Mandatory | 15 | 5 |
Course Details
Contact us
Trent Education Centre,
2.3 Clarendon Park, Nottingham,
NG5 1AH
Why TEC?
TEC has a solid reputation and experience in delivering quality education, especially in areas that align with the HND’s practical and vocational focus. TEC offers the necessary resources, including experienced faculty, modern facilities, and an up-to-date curriculum that can effectively support HND programs. For an HND programme that is career-oriented, TEC’s connections with local businesses and industries could provide valuable networking, internship, and job opportunities for students. TEC’s location is ideal for students looking to pursue higher education locally or internationally, offering a convenient and accessible option. TEC has established partnerships with recognized accreditation bodies or universities that enable it to offer HND programme with credibility and standards.
Tuition fee for Home (UK) students (per year)*: £4,000
At Trent Education Centre, we are committed to making education accessible and affordable. We offer a range of funding options, including government loans, scholarships, and bursaries, to support your academic journey. Flexible payment plans may also be available to help you manage your tuition fees.
To learn more about funding opportunities, please refer to our funding policy or contact our admissions team for personalised advice and support. We are here to assist you every step of the way.
Pearson UK works with a range of higher education institutions around the world that accept Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals as a qualification for entry to their undergraduate degree courses. Many universities allow advanced entry to the second or third year of the course. The Level 5 Higher National Diploma is recognised by Higher Education providers as meeting admission requirements to many relevant business-related courses, for example:
- BA (Hons) Business Management
- BA International Business
- BA Business Administration
- BA (Hons) Business Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- BA (Hons) Global Business Management
- BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance
Why TEC?
Trent Education Centre (TEC) has a strong reputation and extensive experience in delivering quality education, particularly in areas that align with the practical and vocational focus of the HND. TEC provides essential resources, including experienced faculty, modern facilities, and an up-to-date curriculum designed to effectively support HND programmes.
As a career-oriented provider, TEC’s connections with local businesses and industries offer valuable networking, internship, and job opportunities for Learners. It’s convenient location makes TEC an accessible choice for learners pursuing higher education locally or internationally.
TEC is also partnered with recognised accreditation bodies and universities, which strengthens the credibility of its HND programmes and ensures they meet established academic and industry standards.
How to Apply
- You Apply
Tell us a little about yourself, and we’ll take care of the rest. Our convenient online application form takes just 10 minutes to complete.
- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions representative will contact you to help you complete the process.
- Enrolment
We will let you know if your application is successful. If it is, you will be able to enrol on the course and begin studying.
