Who is this course for? 

This course is suitable for candidates who are interested in entering the world of business, as an employee, a manager, or a self-employed person. It offers excellent preparation for, and transition to, higher education institutions, by developing many transferable skills, such as autonomous learning.  

Candidates develop understanding of:

The course prepares candidates to play an active part in Scotland’s vibrant and innovative business culture, by equipping them with an understanding of the local, national, and global nature of business. This includes the challenges posed by globalisation and the effect it has on Scotland’s businesses and the business environment. 

Candidates develop analytical and research skills by investigating real organisations in a range of contexts. The course aims to enable candidates to:  

• enhance the skills of independent learning, research, critical analysis, and problem solving in a business context  

• apply business and management concepts and theories to reach conclusions  

• evaluate the social, ethical, and global factors that affect local, national, and multinational organisations  

• analyse and evaluate leadership theories, management schools of thought and approaches to managing change  

• prepare and critically evaluate a range of analytical techniques and management techniques used to assist in effective planning and decision making at a strategic level 

Business Management develops enterprise skills and attributes by providing opportunities to study a range of business and organisational contexts.

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