Class of 2022 receive BTEC Results!
August 19, 2022
Course Duration
2 Years
Location
Cauldon Campus
Course Cost
£
7500.00
Do I have to pay this fee?
These are higher education qualifications, and no fee remission is available. However, most students will be eligible for a tuition fee loan from the Student Loans Company, and may also be eligible for a maintenance loan, depending on your circumstances.
Course Code
PH8038
Start Date
27/01/2026
Start Time
13:00:00
Day
Tue
Course Summary
The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Leadership and Management is a professional, higher-level qualification for individuals who want to step into, or progress within, operational, departmental or people-management roles. Designed in collaboration with industry and mapped to the Level 5 Operations Manager Occupational Standard, this HTQ equips you with the leadership, analytical and decision-making capabilities that modern employers value.Throughout the programme, you will explore how organisations function in a fast-changing business landscape and develop the confidence to lead teams, manage resources, drive improvement and deliver strategic outcomes. You will strengthen your interpersonal and commercial skills, build your ability to analyse data, develop people and implement effective change.
This qualification blends academic theory with real-world application, allowing you to practise coaching, project management, operational planning and performance management in authentic scenarios. By completing this course, you will gain the skills, behaviours and leadership mindset needed to thrive in management roles or progress to further study at university.
If you're ready to enhance your career, expand your leadership potential and gain a nationally recognised Level 5 qualification endorsed by employers, this HTQ provides a clear pathway into rewarding management positions across multiple sectors.
Course Requirements
Entry Requirements
To join this Higher National Diploma, applicants should normally have:* A relevant Level 3 qualification (such as BTEC, A Levels, Access to HE or an equivalent professional qualification)
* 4 GCSE’s at grade 9–4 (A–C)* or equivalent (including English and Maths)
* OR relevant professional or managerial work experience that demonstrates the potential to succeed on a Level 5 programme
We welcome applications from mature learners and those currently working in a supervisory or team leader role who wish to progress into management. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may also be considered where appropriate, in line with Pearson guidance.
How Is It Assessed
Assessment is entirely coursework and assignment based. There are no exams. You will complete a variety of assessments designed to mirror real workplace tasks, such as: * Business reports and proposals * Case studies and research projects * Presentations and pitches * Data analysis tasks * Group work activities * Reflective evaluations Two units (one at Level 4 and one at Level 5) include a Pearson-set assignment, which must be based on an annual theme set by the awarding body. All other assessments are internally set and graded.How Is It Taught
Teaching combines academic insight with practical, employer-led learning. You will take part in: * Classroom-based teaching and seminars * Workshops that build leadership behaviours and interpersonal skills * Project-based learning linked to authentic business scenarios * Independent study supported by tutor feedback * Access to digital resources including e-books, study skills modules and industry materials The programme is designed to help you develop strong employability skills — including problem solving, communication, critical thinking, self-management, and data literacy.What Could I do Next
Completing this Level 5 HND prepares you for a range of supervisory and management positions, including: * Operations Manager * Department Manager * HR or Talent Manager * Team Leader or Supervisor * Project or Change Coordinator * Business or Strategy Analyst Many universities also accept the HND for progression to top-up degrees at Level 6, including Leadership & Management, Business Management, Human Resource Management, Digital Business and related pathways. You may also progress into higher apprenticeships or pursue professional body membership (e.g., CIPD, CIM, ACCA routes where relevant).What Else Do I Need To Know
* This HND is an approved Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ), meaning it has been reviewed and endorsed by employers to ensure it delivers the skills needed in the modern workforce. * You will be supported throughout the programme by tutors with sector experience and access to Pearson’s dedicated HN Global learning platform. * Course fees are £3,750 per yearEntry Requirements
To join this Higher National Diploma, applicants should normally have:* A relevant Level 3 qualification (such as BTEC, A Levels, Access to HE or an equivalent professional qualification)
* 4 GCSE’s at grade 9–4 (A–C)* or equivalent (including English and Maths)
* OR relevant professional or managerial work experience that demonstrates the potential to succeed on a Level 5 programme
We welcome applications from mature learners and those currently working in a supervisory or team leader role who wish to progress into management. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may also be considered where appropriate, in line with Pearson guidance.
