Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business
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About this Course
Course Overview
The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business provides practical training, industry-specific insight and technical skills development in the overall understanding of the world of business.
This diploma is equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree, allowing students to transfer to a top-up degree course with over 200 universities worldwide.
Our emphasis on hands-on learning allows students to gain up-to-date skills and understanding of techniques needed in business today. Students apply what they learn to solve problems faced by real life businesses.


What will you achieve?
From the Pearson BTEC Level 4 & 5 Higher National Certificate and Diploma in Business, you will achieve a comprehensive understanding of core business concepts and functions. At Level 4, you’ll gain foundational knowledge in various areas of business, strengthening your core skills and preparing you for specialized study or entry into roles requiring personal responsibility. You’ll develop transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, and research, which are valuable in both higher education and the workplace.
At Level 5, you will have the opportunity to specialize in a business-related field, preparing you for degree-level study or roles that demand decision-making and responsibility. By the end of Level 5, you will be equipped with both theoretical and practical knowledge to apply in real-world business situations, allowing you to perform effectively and make informed decisions in your specialist area.
Career opportunities
1. HR Assistant
2. Marketing Executive
3. Accounting Clerk
4. Supply Chain Analyst
5. Digital Marketing Executive

- Entry requirements
- Course outline
- Fee Structure
- Progressions
Entry requirements
Level 4 & 5
• 17+ years minimum
• BTEC Level 3
• GSCE – Grade A* – C
• Other related 3 qualifications
• CBSE, ISE, NIOS or All state boards of grade 12
• Relevant work experience (2 years minimum)
• Passing of Proficiency Test
Course outline
Key points
- Crafting Effective Marketing Plans
- Mastering HR Management
Accounting Fundamentals and Practices - E-Commerce Strategy and Growth
- International Marketing Tactics
- Research Project Development
- Strategic Business Development
- Customer Value Optimization
- E-Commerce Strategy and Growth
Units
- The Contemporary Business Environment
- Marketing Processes and Planning
- Management of Human Resources
- Leadership and Management
- Accounting Principles
- Entrepreneurial Ventures
- Managing a Successful Business Project
- Innovation and Commercialisation
- Organisational Behaviour
- International Marketing
- Research Project
- Global Business Environment
- Business Strategy
- Customer Value Management
- E-Commerce and Strategy
Mandatory fees | VISA not required – AED | Out Country – AED | In Country – AED | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
Registration fee | 525 | 525 | 525 | Non refundable |
Pearson Reg fee | 2,625 | 2,625 | 2,625 | per year including VAT |
VISA fee | 0 | 2,625 | 4,200 | per year including VAT |
Medical Insurance fee | 0 | 2,100 | 2,100 | per year including VAT |
Security Deposit | 0 | 1,500 | 1,500 | per year excluding VAT |
Net Tuition fee | 36,750 | 36,750 | 36,750 | per year including VAT |
Total fees | 39,900 | 46,125 | 47,700 | per year including VAT |
Progressions
The Level 5 Higher National Diploma is recognised by Higher Education providers as meeting admission requirements to many relevant business-related courses, for example:
1. BA (Hons) Business Management
2. BA International Business
3. BSc (Hons) Accounting
4. BA Business Administration
5. BA Business and Human Resource Management
6. BA Business and Marketing
7. BA (Hons) Business Entrepreneurship and Innovation
8. BA (Hons) Global Business Management
9. BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance
10. BSc (Hons) Digital Business – Management.
Admission process for all programs:
- Completed Application Form
- Most Recent Academic Transcript
- Passport Copy – valid copy required.
- Emirates ID (Front & Back- valid copies required).
- Updated Resume (if applicable)
- Proof of English Proficiency :
IELTS: Minimum score of 5.5
PTE: Minimum score of 45
Medium of Instruction (academic grade) with a minimum of 65 marks
Applicants with scores between 50-65 marks must attend a 10-minute pre-interview for English qualification review.