Leadership and Management Pearson Level 4 Higher Technical Qualification (Part Time)
Course code: Q4881
01/09/2025
a future adult learner (19+)
Is this course right for me?
If you want to move into a management role, this higher technical qualification (HTQ) will give you a solid understanding of the concepts of leadership and management and enable you to gain skills and qualities pertinent to key areas of the business you work in.
HTQs were introduced in 2023 and are a great option if you’re looking to gain more technical knowledge in your chosen field and are developed by employers to be career-focused, focus on practical and technical skills, and are flexible and adaptable so that you can fit studying around other commitments.
You will broaden your knowledge of the principles of leadership, management practices and team dynamics and gain the relevant skills required for management roles such as critical thinking and efficient planning needed to meet employers’ demands.
You will acquire extensive business knowledge intertwined with practical skills developed through research, independent study, directed study, and workplace scenarios, and further develop your communication, teamwork, research and analysing skills.
Course details
Entry Requirements:
To access the course you are required to have:
- A Level 3 qualification in a business related area such as: Business BTEC National Extended Diploma OR Business A Level*
- You will also be required to have Four GCSEs a grade 4 or above, including English and maths (or Functional Skills)*
*Consideration will also be given to applicants who have a relevant Level 3 apprenticeship or an Access to Higher Education qualification, as well as mature students without the necessary qualifications who have experience of working in the business sector.
You will also be required to attend an interview with a member of the college’s admissions team to determine your suitability for the course.
What will I learn?
Throughout the course you will study the following modules:
Year 1
The contemporary business environment, Marketing, Human resources, Leadership and management, Accounting, Managing a business project, Business project, Planning and management Digital business
On completion of the first year, you will have the opportunity to progress to the second year of the qualification.
What skills will I gain?
Throughout the course you will gain skills in:
- Problem-solving
- Self-management and analysis
- Motivating, negotiating and working collaboratively
- Using business tools
- Strategic planning
- Presenting financial information
- Managing change
How will I be assessed?
Throughout the programme you will be assessed in the following ways:
- Assessments at the end of each module
- Business-related tasks
- Report-writing
- Presentations
- Project work
- Case studies
What can I do next?
Successful completion of the qualification will enable you to progress to:
Leadership and Management Level 5 Higher National Diploma Leadership or management position within a company
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