HNC Business

Overview

Why Study at West?

Kick start your future at West College Scotland with our HNC in Business.

This course isn’t just a stepping stone; it is a launchpad for young, ambitious minds like yours.

Immerse yourself in our vibrant learning community where innovative ideas meet practical business strategies.

You’ll gain not just knowledge, but real-world digital skills and qualities that employers crave. From marketing to management, finance to entrepreneurship, the West HNC opens a spectrum of exciting career paths. Plus, with our strong industry links, you're not just studying; you're networking with potential future employers.

Transform your aspirations into achievements with us. Join our successful HNC in Business at West College Scotland.

What will I learn?

HNC Business allows you to develop a broad range of skills required for jobs in a variety of industries. The subjects studied will illustrate the links between the primary functional areas of business such as:

• Management
• Accounting
• Economics
• Marketing
• Digital Technologies
• Law

Additional option to study International Marketing.

What qualifications do I need?

One Higher pass at grade A-C in a relevant subject*, and a pass in National 5 Maths and English.

Or

A relevant Foundation Apprenticeship qualification

Or

A relevant NQ qualification such as Business or Accounting

We will consider your application if you have relevant experience but no formal qualification

*Relevant subjects include Higher Business Management, English, Maths, Geography, Modern Studies, Economics, Administration.

For a place on the course, you'll need to submit a personal statement and participate in a telephone or TEAMS interview.

What can I do after?

After successfully completing this course you'll have the skills needed to get an entry or supervisory level role in business administration in a Marketing Environment

Or you could develop your skills further by studying another course, such as:

• HND Business
• A variety of degree level programmes in Business

SCQF   7

Programme Information

Start: August

End: June

Duration: 1 year