Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to start, manage, and grow a business. The course focuses on innovation, business planning, financial management, and strategic decision-making in entrepreneurial contexts.

It prepares students for progression to the final year of a UK undergraduate degree or for launching and managing their own business ventures.

Units

1. Organisational Behaviour Management
2. Identifying Entrepreneurial Opportunities
3. Launching a New Venture
4. Managing and Running a Small Business
5. Business Strategy
6. Planning Social Media Campaigns
7. Research Project

Entry Requirements

• Level 4 Qualification such as Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Business or equivalent.
• Relevant Work Experience in entrepreneurship, business, or management may also be considered.
• Academic Qualifications such as A-Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), or equivalent vocational qualifications.

Equivalences

The Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Business (Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management) is equivalent to the second year of a UK Bachelor’s Degree in Entrepreneurship or Business, recognized worldwide for further academic study or career advancement in business and entrepreneurship.

Qualification Structure

This qualification consists of 120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5, totaling 240 credits. Learners must complete both mandatory and optional units to complete the qualification.

Duration and Delivery

• Duration: Typically completed in 2 academic years (2400 hours).
• Delivery: Available in Face-to-Face, Distance Learning, and Hybrid modes.

Assessment and Verification

• Assessment Methods: Includes assignments, case studies, projects, and exams that assess both theoretical understanding and practical application in entrepreneurship.
• Internal Verification: Internal checks to ensure assessment quality and consistency.
• External Verification: Pearson conducts external quality assurance to uphold academic standards across all exam sessions.

Progression

Upon completion, learners can progress to:

• Final Year (Level 6) of a UK Bachelor’s Degree in Entrepreneurship, Business, or related fields.
• Entrepreneurship or Small Business Management Roles, including self-employment or working within small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).