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It is essential that you contact the Student Funding Section or Student Support Services as soon as possible to discuss the funding of your studies. Funds are extremely limited, therefore early application is essential. - NQ Advanced Business & Accounting
NQ Advanced Business & Accounting
This course covers the primary functions of business and accounting and is fully integrated with Core Skills, employability skills and transferable skills.
Employment Options This course offers successful learners employment options within a range of business and non-profit organisations including the finance, retail, marketing and customer service industries.
Educational Progression Routes You will have a number of possible progression routes within Langside College including HNC provision in Business and Accounting.
Course Content
- Business Management
- Accounting – Financial, Management & Book-keeping
- Communication
- Job Seeking Skills
- IT – Microsoft Office package
- Employability and Enterprise
- Personal Development
- Accounting Software -SAGE
- Citizenship
- Business Enterprise
- Finance & Human Resources
- Maketing & Operations
Entry Requirements
- 3 Intermediate 2 Group awards
- An appropriate collection of Intermediate 1 and Intermediate 2 Units
- 1 Higher in an appropriate discipline
- Applicants with relevant experience by interview
Assessment
- Continuous assessment
- End of year exams for Highers
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time (by arrangement)
SCQF Level
- 6
- HNC Accounting
HNC Accounting
This course is designed for a diverse range of people with an interest in finance. It provides a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of accounting techniques and related subjects.
Employment Options
- The Business/Finance sector.
Educational Progression Routes
- HND Accounting
Course Content
- Management Accounting using IT
- Cost & Financial Accounting
- Law
- Economics
- Information Technology
- Accounting Software
Entry Requirements
- 2 relevant SQA Higher Grade passes (A-D band)
- Successful completion of relevant NQ units
- A combination of SQA Higher and Intermediate 2 passes
- Applicants with relevant experience by interview
Assessment
- Continuous, with a mix of closed/open book examinations, reports and practical work
- Final graded unit examination
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time: by arrangement, subject to Availability
- Day-release: by arrangement, over 2 years, subject to availability
SCQF Level
- 7
- HND Accounting
HND Accounting
This course is designed to provide students with a higher level of skills and knowledge in accounting and finance. Good preparation for more advanced study in this field.
Employment Options
- Finance/Business Sector
- Educational Progression Routes
- Entry to 3rd Year Universitry
Course Content
- Financial/Management/Cost Accounting
- Taxation
- Payroll
- Marketing
- Information Technology: Spreadsheets
- Law
- Statistics
Entry Requirements
- HNC Accounting
Assessment
- Continuous, with a mix of closed/open book examinations, reports and practical work
- Final graded unit examination and project
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time: by arrangement, subject to availability
- Day-release: by arrangement, over 2 years, subject to availability
SCQF Level
- 8
- Progress to Administration, Business & Computing
Progress to Administration, Business & Computing (Access Level 3)
This course is designed for those with no formal qualifications or relevant experience. Combines practical and theoretical subjects covering the four main areas of Administration, Business, Computing and Multimedia.
Employment Options
A starting point to gain the necessary experience and knowledge to prepare candidates for future employment opportunities.
Educational Progression Routes
- A wide range of NC courses at Intermediate 2 or Higher.
Course Content
- Financial Services
- Digital Media
- Business Studies
- Enterprise Activity
- Internet Safety
- Problem Solving
- IT (Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheets)
- Presenting & Communicating Information
- Numeracy & Communication
- Citizenship
Entry Requirements
- No formal entry requirements
Assessment
- Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments
- No final examination
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
- March 2013 - June 2013 (Short Course)
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time
SCQF Level
- 4
- NC Administration
NC Administration
This course is designed for those seeking employment or preparing for more advanced study. This practical and theoretical course covers Computerised and Manual Administrative Systems and Information Technologies.
Employment Options
Students who complete this course can apply for the following jobs: Administrative Assistant, Copy Typist, Clerk, Receptionist, Filing Clerk.
Educational Progression Routes
Students who complete this course can apply for the HNC Administration & Information Technology course.
Course Content
- Accounting
- Administration
- Business Documents
- Communication
- Event Organisation
- Resource Management
- IT (Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Email, Internet)
- Work Experience
Entry Requirements
- 4 Standard Grades at Grade 4 or above to include Maths and English or equivalent Previous experience of using IT Applicants with relevant experience by interview
Assessment
- Continuous assessment with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments
- No final examination
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time/Infill: by arrangement, subject to availability
SCQF Level
- 5
- NC Administration: Medical
NC Administration: Medical
This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to gain employment in the Medical Reception/Secretary field or to allow progression to an HNC course in a related area.
Employment Options
Students who complete this course can apply for the following jobs: Administrative Assistant, Copy Typist, Clerk, Receptionist, Filing Clerk.
Educational Progression Routes
Students who complete this course can apply for the HNC Administration & Information Technology course.
Course Content
- IT (Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Email, Internet)
- Medical Audio and Administration
- Medical Terminology
- Medical Reception - General
- Work Experience
- Business Documents
- Communication
- Numeracy
Entry Requirements
- 4 Standard Grades at Grade 4 or above to include Maths and English or equivalent
- Previous experience of using IT
- Applicants with relevant experience by interview
Assessment
- Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments
- No final examination
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time/Infill: by arrangement, subject to availability
SCQF Level
- 5
- HNC Administration & Information Technology
HNC Administration & Information Technology
The HNC Administration and Information Technology course allows students to develop essential knowledge and skills (e.g. communication, interpersonal, problem solving, ICT and administrative) relevant to current administrative practice and prepares students for appropriate employment or for progression to HND in Administration and Information Technology.
Employment Options
Students can apply for positions of a general administrative nature including the following posts: Administrative Assistant, Administrator, Clerical Assistant, Personal Assistant, Administrative Supervisor.
Educational Progression Routes
On completion of this course, students may then apply for the HND Administration & Information Technology course.
Course Content
- Office Administration
- IT (Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheet, Presentation Applications)
- Communication
- Office Technologies
- Financial Accounting
- Personal Development Planning
- Customer Care
- Accounting Software
- Desk Top Publishing
Entry Requirements
- 2 relevant SQA Higher Grade passes (A-D band)
- A combination of SQA Higher and Intermediate 2 passes to include English
- Appropriate programme of NQ units at Intermediate 2, must include Communications, Numeracy and IT
- A related NQ course
- Applicants with relevant experience by interview
Assessment
- Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments
- Final graded unit examination
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time/infill: by arrangement, subject to availability
SCQF Level
- 7
- HND Administration & Information Technology
HND Administration & Information Technology
The HND Administration and Information Technology course allows students to develop essential specialist knowledge and skills (e.g. ICT, teamworking, project management, research and planning, critical and evaluative thinking) relevant to current administrative practice and an awareness of professional issues (e.g. legal, data management and ethical considerations) and prepares students for appropriate employment or progression to relevant degree programmes.
Employment Options
Students can apply for positions of a general administrative nature including the following posts: Administrative Assistant, Administrator, Clerical Assistant, Personal Assistant, Administrative Supervisor, Team Co-ordinator.
Educational Progression Routes
On completion of the course, students can apply for university entrance in various business-related courses e.g. BA Management, Technology and Enterprise in Glasgow Caledonian University (direct entry to third year).
Course Content
- Office Management (including Human Resource Management & Employment Law)
- Advanced IT (Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheet)
- Presentation Skills
- Information and Communication Technology in Business
- Developing the Individual within a Team
- Possible non-core units include: Marketing, Economics, Business Statistics
Entry Requirements
- HNC Administration & Information Technology (if you do not have 15 credits from the HND framework – i.e. 10 HNC core and 5 non-core, extra credits will need to be undertaken in order to complete the HND Administration & Information Technology as 30 credits are required)
Assessment
- Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments
- Final graded units: examination and project
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time/Infill: by arrangement, subject to availability
SCQF Level
- 8
- NC Business
NC Business
This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to learn the key components of business and management through a range of academic and vocational skills. The course covers the main functional areas of any business and offers students skills that can be used in a variety of employment situations and/or as a step towards Higher Education.
Employment Options
This qualification is appropriate for a range of first level roles within a variety of business and non-profit organisations, including financial services, retail marketing, finance and human resource management.
Educational Progression Routes
There are a number of possible progression routes within Langside College including NQ Advanced Business and Accounting and HN provision in Business, Accounting and Administration and IT.
Course Content
- Accounting & Finance
- Business Management
- Marketing
- Human Resources
- Information Technology
- Enterprise Activity
- Employability & Citizenship
Entry Requirements
- 4 Standard Grades at Grade 4 or above
- Applicants with relevant experience by interview
- 2 passes at Intermediate 2 level C or above
Assessment
- Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessment
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time: by arrangement
SCQF Level
- 5
- HNC Business
HNC Business
This course is designed to provide those seeking employment and those already in employment with a range of appropriate skills for a business-based occupation or course of further study.
Employment Options
Successful learners will have the necessary skills and knowledge to enter a range of administrative, commercial or managerial positions in organisations or to develop suitable competencies to move up their current career ladder.
Educational Progression Routes
HND Business
Course Content
- Business Accounting
- Economics
- Marketing
- Management
- IT in Business
- Business Law
- Human Resources
- Market Research
Entry Requirements
- 2 relevant SQA Higher Grade passes (A-D band)
- NC Business at Intermediate 2 or appropriate programme of National Units
- A combination of SQA Higher and Intermediate 2 passes
- Applicants with relevant experience by interview
Assessment
- Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments
- Graded unit exam
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time: by arrangement, subject to availability
- Day-release: by arrangement, over 2 years, subject to availability
- Some specialist areas may be offered on a flexible learning basis
SCQF Level
- 7
- HND Business
HND Business
This course is designed to provide a range of higher level employability skills in a business based occupation or to prepare for more advanced study.
Employment Options
The HND has a strong managerial focus which enables candidates to progress more quickly to supervisory/management roles. In addition, HND candidates, through their choice of options, will be able to prepare for a career (or further studies) in a number of specialist areas, for example, Human Resource Management, Marketing and Financial Services.
The HND Business prepares successful learners for entry to a wide range of positions. HN Business graduates would typically be recruited for such positions as: Assistant Manager, Banking Advisor, Business Development Assistant, Office Manager, Trainee Manager, Finance Assistant.
Educational Progression Routes
Successful learners have the opportunity to study at a wide range of higher educational institutions where entry point will vary depending upon the specific institution and the degree programme chosen. Typically, successful HND Business graduates will be able to access the 3rd year of degree programmes.
Course Content
- Business Culture & Strategy
- Preparing Financial Forecasts
- Economics
- ICT in Business
- Behavioural Skills for Business
- Law
- Business Statistics
Entry Requirements
- HNC Business
- 12 appropriate credits at HNC Level by interview
Assessment
- Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments
- Graded unit project
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time: by arrangement, subject to availability
- Some specialist areas may be offered on a flexible learning basis
SCQF Level
- 8
