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School of BUSINESS & ENTERPRISENC BUSINESSNC ADMINISTRATIONHNC/D ADMINISTRATION & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYHNC/D BUSINESSHNC/D HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENTDIPLOMA OF HIGHER EDUCATION (BUSINESS)NC ACCOUNTINGHNC/D ACCOUNTING NC LEGAL SERVICESHNC/D LEGAL SERVICESNC ADVERTISING & PUBLIC RELATIONSHNC/D ADVERTISING & PUBLIC RELATIONSHNC/D MARKETINGNQ FASHION MERCHANDISINGHNC/D RETAIL MANAGEMENT

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NC BUSINESS

About this course(SCQF 5/6)This one-year course introduces you to the knowledge and practical skills you’ll need to work in the business sector. Achieve 12 units at level 5 or above and you will be awarded the National Certificate in Business at Level 5. Complete the course successfully and you’ll be able to study for further qualifications at HNC level.

What you need • Three or more relevant Standard Grade passes including

English at Grade 3 or above, or equivalent (Intermediate 1 or 2 at C or above)

• All entry subject to outcome of discussion at interview

What you’ll studyYou’ll study eight mandatory units – Recording Cash Data, PC Passport: IT Software – Spreadsheet and Database, PC Passport: IT Software – Word Processing and Presenting Information, Communications, Enterprise Activity, Marketing: Basic Principles, Skills for Customer Care, Market Operations and the Scottish Economy.

You must also complete 4 optional units to obtain the NC Business Group Award. Students will complete an additional 6 optional units further developing skills and knowledge relevant to a contemporary business environment. Optional units may include:- Marketing and Operations, Personal Development, Business Enterprise, Crime and Society, The UK Economy. For a full list of optional units please see the website.

After the course…• Career – this course will prepare you for a range of

customer facing jobs in the public and voluntary sectors in Call Centres, Financial Services, Sales and Marketing, Personnel, Retailing, Administration, Trainee Management

• Continuing study – apply for our HNC courses, including Business, Human Resource Management, Administration and Information Technology, Legal Services, Advertising and Public Relations, Accounting

How longOne year, starting in August.

WhereCity Campus Allan Glen’s.

ContactAmanda Muir on 0141 565 2588 or [email protected]

NC ADMINISTRATION

About this course(SCQF 5/6)This is an updated vocational award which will prepare learners for a wide range of employment opportunities. The aim of this course is to equip you with the crucial skills and knowledge which will allow you to pursue a career as an Administrator in the business environment. Assessments during the course are ongoing and involve both practical and theoretical tasks.

What you need• A minimum of three Standard Grade passes at Grade 3 or

above (or equivalent), one of which should be English


What you’ll studyA selection of core units includes - Information Technology; Word Processing; Front of Office; Central Services; Managing your Time and Resources; Handling Business Documents; Researching and Preparing Presentations; Event Organisation; Communication.

A selection of optional units includes - Spreadsheets for Administrators; Skills Development for Administrators; Audio; Human Resources; Administration; Recording Cash Data.

After the course…• Career – if you do not wish to progress immediately to

further study, the course also equips you with practical and vocational skills which provide opportunities for employment in the administrative function in a range of businesses

• Continuing Study – you may be considered for entry to various HNC/D courses across the College, e.g. HNC/D Administration and Information Technology



ContactEllie Sneddon on 0141 271 7226 or [email protected]

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HNC/D ADMINISTRATION & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

About this course(SCQF 7/8)The course provides a broad range of skills and knowledge to give you lots of opportunities for jobs or further study. You’ll develop specialist skills in IT, project management, research and planning.

What you needHNC • One Higher at Level C or above in English (or an English-

based subject such as History, Administration, Modern Studies or Business Management) AND

• Two other passes at Standard Grade, or equivalent at band 3 or above, OR:

• A National Qualification including Communication 4 and appropriate Administration/IT modules, OR:

• SVQ Level 2 in Administration


If you do not meet the above requirements, then you may still be considered, at the Course Leader’s discretion, for a place on the HNC Administration and Information Technology programme if you have relevant work experience.

HND • Two Highers at C or above including English (or an

English-based subject such as History, Administration, Modern Studies or Business Management)

• For direct entry to year two – this may be possible if you complete the HNC Administration and Information Technology Group Award with 12 credits or more, including mandatory credits. Contact us to find out more


What you’ll studyThe subjects you’ll study include: HNC – IT in Business: Word Processing and Presentation Applications, Spreadsheets, Databases, Office Administration, Office Technologies, Recording Financial Transactions, and Personal Development Planning.

HND – IT in Business: Advanced Word Processing, Advanced Spreadsheets and Advanced Databases, Office Management, Business Information Management, Project Management and Presentation Skills. You’ll also be able to choose from optional units.

After the course…• Career – a personal assistant or administrator in the public

and private sectors

• Continuing study – HNC: apply for second year of HND Administration & Information Technology. HND – apply for third year of BA Management, Technology and Enterprise, BA Management or BA Business at Glasgow Caledonian University or BA Information Management and BA Human Resource Management at the University of the West of Scotland

How longHNC – one year, starting in August.

HND – two years, starting in August.

WhereCity Campus Allan Glen’s / Riverside Campus.

ContactHNC – Liz McConville on 0141 565 2646 or [email protected]

HND – Ellie Sneddon on 0141 271 7226 or [email protected]

HNC/D BUSINESS

About this course(SCQF 7/8)The course provides skills and knowledge necessary for many careers – typically in industry, banking, insurance, civil service, local government and distribution. Today, the internet is an important part of business, so we have updated the course to include analysing and using information for strategic purposes.

What you needHNC • One Higher pass in an appropriate subject such as

Business Management, Modern Studies, Economics, History, English, OR:

• NC in Business or appropriate NQ with passes in Communication, Business Decision Areas, Economics and Finance


HND• Two Higher passes in appropriate subjects such as

Business Management, Modern Studies, Economics, English, History, OR:

• An NC in Business or an appropriate NC with passes in Communication, Economics, Finance, Law

• For entry to the second year of the HND: 15 credits, including a pass in Graded Unit 1, from the first year of your HND Business


If you have three Higher Grade passes, you may be able to take the Diploma of Higher Education in Business see page 64 for details.

What you’ll studyThe subjects you’ll study include:HNC – Marketing, Business Accounting, Management, Information Technology, Communication, Economics and Graded Unit 1 (Exam).

HND – Micro & Macro Economics, Behavioural Skills, Law, Financial Forecasting, Business Culture and Strategy, IT Applications, Statistics, Graded Unit (Project), Managing People, Communications, Accounting and Marketing. There will also be a series of optional units.

After the course…• Career – HNC: trainee positions in management or team

leader in industry and commerce. HND: trainee positions in management and administration in industry, commerce and the public sector (for example, local government and the civil service)

• Continuing study – HNC: apply for HND Business second year or degree courses in either first or second year. HND: apply for second year of degree courses and third year of various business degrees such as BA/BA (Hons) Management, Technology and Enterprise or BA/BA (Hons) Management at Glasgow Caledonian University (third year direct entry)



WhereCity Campus Allan Glen’s / Townhead.

ContactHNC - Gerry McCrear on 0141 271 6327 or [email protected]

HND - Amanda Muir on 0141 565 2588 or [email protected]


HNC/D HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

About this course (SCQF 7/8)This innovative and flexible course prepares you for a career in personnel management and related areas in human resource management. It also provides a breadth of study and a mix of skills that qualify you for other careers and for degree-level education.

What you needHNC • One Higher Grade pass at Grade C or above, English

preferred (alternatively Modern Studies, Economics or History)

• Two other passes at Standard Grade, or equivalent at Band 3 or above, OR:

• A National Qualification including Communication 4 and appropriate subject modules


HND • Two Higher Grade passes at Grade C or above including

English (alternatively, Modern Studies, Economics or History)

• Two other passes at Standard Grade or equivalent at band 3 or above, OR:

• An HNC in Human Resource Management


What you’ll studyThe subjects you’ll study include:HNC – Human Resource Management: Introduction; Individual Employment Relations: Law; Interviewing;

Recruitment, Selection & Induction; Graded Unit. Plus Optional Units from - Managing People and Organisations (double credit), Human Resource Management: The Business Context, Presentation Skills.

HND – Collective Employment Relations: Law; Employee Resourcing; Business Culture and Strategy; Graded Unit. Plus optional units from - Applied Continuing Professional Development: Research Methods Human Resource Management, The International Context, Interpersonal and Group Skills, Collective Employment Relations: Law.

A full list of units for the HNC/D can be found on our website.

After the course…• Career – recruitment, supervisory management, training

as personnel or HR assistants

• Continuing study – HNC: apply for second year of the HND Human Resource Management course. HND: apply for university degree courses – first, second or third year, depending on performance and your choice of University and course



WhereCity Campus Charles Oakley / Allan Glen’s.

ContactIrene Watson on 0141 271 7208 or [email protected]

DIPLOMA OF HIGHER EDUCATION (BUSINESS)About this course(SCQF 8)The course is a collaboration between City of Glasgow College and the University of Strathclyde Glasgow – designed to give you entry straight into the third year of the BA degree programme at Strathclyde Business School – a qualification highly regarded by employers.

What you need • Three Higher Grade passes at Grade C or above,

including English (or alternatively, suitable subjects such as Modern Studies, History or Economics) and

• Two other passes at Standard Grade or equivalent at band 2 or above, preferably including Mathematics or Intermediate 2 passes will also be considered


What you’ll studyYear One – Business Law, Economics, Managing People, Principles of Marketing, Psychology, Information Technology and Statistics.

Year Two – You will develop in more detail two of the principal subjects from year one. Marketing Subjects: Consumer Behaviour/Marketing Research. Law Subjects: Discrimination Law/Employment Law.

Human Resource Management Subjects: Work and Organisational Psychology/Work Psychology for Human Resource Management. Core Subject: Management Development 2. Elective Subjects: International Marketing; European Union Law.

After the course…• Career – marketing, legal services, management, human

resource management and administration in industrial and commercial sectors, and in teaching, the public sector and research

• Continuing study – apply for the third year of the BA Business at the University of Strathclyde Glasgow, where you will study further your two principal subjects from year two of the diploma. You can also apply for courses at other universities

How longTwo years, starting in August.

Where City Campus Allan Glen’s.

ContactSean Crossan on 0141 271 6292 or [email protected]

NC ACCOUNTING (New Framework)

About this course (SCQF 5/6)Accountancy is a career in itself, and it can also lead to other job opportunities in industry and commerce, or in public and government service. The NC programme provides a comprehensive introduction to accounting concepts and procedures. It also lays the foundation for further study at HNC/D level.

What you need• Three or more Standard Grade passes at Grade 3 or

above, or equivalent (Intermediate 1 or 2 at C or above)

• Candidates without these passes who have relevant work experience will be considered


What you’ll studyThe units you’ll study include: Financial and Management Accounting, Computer Applications: Accounting, Preparing Final Accounts, Developing Skills for Employment, Handling Wages & Salaries, Information Technology for Administrators. You will also study optional units.

After the course…• Career – you would be able to apply for accounting work

at an administrative or clerical level

• Continuing study – once you have completed this course you should be able to progress to HNC Accounting course at the College, which in turn leads to an HND, and then a university course



ContactNicola Darroch on 0141 271 6513 or [email protected]


HNC/D ACCOUNTING

After the course…• Career – accounting firms or accounts

departments in businesses, government bodies and many other organisations

• Continuing study – HNC: go on to complete an HND by studying at City of Glasgow College for another year or join the final level of the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Day Release course at this College.

HND: apply for second or third year of a University degree course. With an HND you are also exempt from the foundation-level exams for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and can therefore proceed to study at their higher levels.




ContactHNC/D Year 1 – Stephen Arbuthnot on 0141 271 7222 or [email protected]

HND Year 2 – Chris Atkinson on 0141 271 6267 or [email protected]

About this course(SCQF 7/8)This course will prepare you for further study at University or for the courses run by professional accounting organisations like ACCA, CIPFA and CIMA. It will also equip you with the knowledge and understanding you need to begin work in an accounts department in industry or the public sector. It includes the information technology skills employers require in today’s job market. The course suits both those with or without previous accounting knowledge.

What you need• One Higher Grade pass at Grade C or above preferably

in one of the following: English, Mathematics, Physics or Accounting and Finance, (other Highers or 3 Intermediate 2 Grade A passes may be considered by the Curriculum Leader) OR:

• A NC Accounting Group Award or a NC in another discipline with at least 15 credits, OR:

• Work experience may also be considered in lieu of qualifications


HND 2nd year direct entry:• an HNC Accounting with 12 or more credits, including all

mandatory credits

What you’ll studyHNC (HND Year 1) – The core units you’ll study include: Recording Financial Information, Preparing Final Accounts, Using Financial Accounting Software, Management Accounting using Information Technology, Cost Accounting, and Accounting Graded Unit 1. You can also choose from optional units.

HND (Year 2) – The core units you’ll study include: Financial Reporting and Analysis, Accounting for Specialised Transactions, Management Accounting for Decision Making, Management Accounting for Planning and Control, Business Taxation, and Accounting Graded Units 2 and 3. You can also choose from optional units.

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NC LEGAL SERVICES (New Framework)

About this course(SCQF 5/6)The course equips you with crucial skills and knowledge for a career as a paralegal or in legal administration.

What you need• Three Intermediate 2 passes at Grade 3 or above (or

equivalent), one of which should be English


What you’ll studyThe core units you’ll study include: Scottish Legal Framework, Law in Employment, Law of Contract, Property Law, Family Law, Crime in Society, Introduction to Legal Rights and Obligations, and Introduction to Consumer and Investor Protection. Please note that some content may change.

After the course…• Continuing study – apply for HNC/D Legal Services and

other related HNC/D courses. You need the equivalent of 15 credits and a satisfactory reference from your law lecturers



ContactPeter Scott on 0141 271 6236 or [email protected]

HNC/D LEGAL SERVICES

About this course(SCQF 7/8)The course provides a thorough, broad based qualification – a foundation on which you can build a professional career in the diverse and dynamic legal services sector. It offers knowledge, vocational skills and professional attributes.

What you needHNC• One Higher Grade pass, preferably English. We’ll also

consider Modern Studies, History or Economics


• A National Qualification including Communication 4 and appropriate subject modules


HND• Two Higher Grade passes at Grade C or above, including

English (we’ll also consider Modern Studies, History or Economics)


• A National Qualification including Communication 4 and appropriate relevant subject modules


What you’ll studyHNC – The subjects you’ll study include: Scottish Criminal Law, Scottish Criminal Procedures, and Commercial Law.

HND – The subjects you’ll study include: Commercial Law, Scottish Legal System, Scots Private Law, Property Law, Communication, Ethics & Cash Handling, and Legal Research Techniques.

After the course…• Career – HNC: solicitors’ firms, the Scottish Legal Aid

Board, Police Service, Scottish Courts Service, and legal departments in local authorities and the financial sector.

HND: paralegals in solicitors’ firms, careers in the Scottish Legal Aid Board, Police Service, Scottish Courts Service, legal departments in local authorities and organisations in the financial sector.

• Continuing study – HNC: apply for second year of the HND Legal Services. HND: apply for second year BA Law at the University of the West of Scotland and BA Business Law at Edinburgh Napier University, and Degree courses at other universities. If you achieve the stipulated grades of the University admissions officers, there are opportunities for you to apply for the LLB Degree with University of Strathclyde, University of Glasgow or Dundee University. Stirling University and Aberdeen also provide opportunity to study at LLB level. LLB applications should be accompanied by a high standard of achievement throughout all subjects across the two years of the HND and a positive level of attendance throughout your studies.




ContactSteven Murray on 0141 271 2128 or [email protected]

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About this course(SCQF 6)Want a career in the advertising and public relations sector – or intend to go on to higher level courses? On this course you’ll produce advertising campaign materials and public relations media products, and put industry practices into action. You’ll also promote a real event, following a live brief.

What you need• Three or more passes at Standard Grade or equivalent at

band 3 or above that must include English in some cases a combination of modules and Standard Grades will be accepted

• Good communication skills

• Before we offer you a place, we’ll invite you to an interview. You’ll need to show a genuine interest in an advertising and PR career


What you’ll studyThe core units you’ll study include: Advertising; An Introduction, the Role and Functions of Public Relations in Organisations, Marketing Mix, Advertising: Media Campaign Planning, Implementing a Public Relations Campaign, and Introduction to Branding. You’ll also be able to choose from optional units.

After the course…• Career – a junior role in an advertising or public relations

business.

• Continuing study – apply for a range of our HNC/D courses.



ContactJacquie Shaw on 0141 271 2114 or [email protected]

NC ADVERTISING & PUBLIC RELATIONS

HNC/D ADVERTISING & PUBLIC RELATIONS

About this course(SCQF 7/8)The course trains you for a career in the communication industries. You’ll develop an understanding of the nature and function of advertising and public relations, within a wider marketing and marketing communications framework. You’ll also learn how to communicate effectively in this environment. You’ll make presentations and pitches to industry professionals, prepare project work and carry out assignments. You’ll meet a number of industry guest speakers and contacts and in second year, there is a course educational study visit to New York. There is a large social media component to the course, reflecting industry practice – you will study units in this area, and be then expected to use appropriate social media throughout the course.

What you needHNC • Higher Grade English at Grade C or above, and two other

passes at Standard Grade or equivalent at band 3 or above, OR:

• A relevant National Qualification (NQ) including Core Skills Higher Communication (or equivalent) and appropriate subject modules

HND• Two Higher Grade passes at Grade C or above, including

English, OR:

• A relevant NC or NQ including Core Skills Higher Communication or equivalent, and appropriate subject modules

• Before we offer you a place, we’ll invite you to an interview where you’ll need to show a genuine interest in advertising and public relations. Adult learners with some relevant experience in, or who hope to move into Advertising and PR may be accepted subject to interview


What you’ll studySome of the core units you’ll study include: Year 1: Advertising Industry, PR, Digital and Social Media, Corporate Identity, Consumer Behaviour, Media Law Year 2: Advertising Campaign, PR 2, Media Analysis, Marketing, Digital Imaging Project. You’ll also be able to choose optional units.

After the course…• Career – work in advertising agencies, public relations

consultancies, social/digital media companies and

promotion consultancies or in the advertising departments of industrial, commercial or media-based companies. There are a number of work experience and placement opportunities throughout the course.

• Continuing study – HNC: apply for second year of the HND Advertising and Public Relations. HND: apply for third year of Degree courses at universities including Glasgow Caledonian, Napier, Queen Margaret University and the University of West of Scotland, and access to second and third year entry in a number of English universities.

How longHNC – one year, starting in August.HND – two years, starting in August.


ContactJohn Heuston on 0141 271 6218 or [email protected]


“The knowledge I gained from working with experienced lecturers helped me go straight into employment after graduating.”

Mark PettitHND Advertising & PR


HNC/D MARKETING

About this course(SCQF 7/8)The course helps you develop the skills you’ll need to work in marketing and business. It covers marketing theory and buyer behaviour, as well as the main operational areas of marketing research, promotion and selling.

Course work includes projects and assignments as well as traditional extended response questions. You’ll be assessed continuously throughout the course.

What you needHNC • One Higher Grade pass at Grade C or above (preferably

English, or a subject such as Modern Studies, Economics, History or Business)


• A relevant National Qualification or Certificate including Core Skills Higher Communication and appropriate subject units

• Before we offer you a place, we’ll invite you to an interview where you should be able to show a real interest in Marketing


HND• Two Higher Grade passes at Grade C or above including

English (Modern Studies, Economics, History or Business)

• Before we offer you a place, we’ll invite you to an interview where you should be able to show a real interest in Marketing

• Adult learners with some relevant experience in, or who hope to move into the marketing area may be accepted subject to interview


If you have three Higher Grade passes, you may be able to take the Diploma of Higher Education in Business course see page 64 for details.

What you’ll studyThe core units you’ll study include:

HNC – Principles of Marketing, Principles of Promotion, Marketing Research Theory, Consumer Behaviour and the

Marketing Process, Brand Management, and Principles and Practice of Selling.

HND - Marketing Planning Process, Integrated Marketing Communications, Sales Management, Marketing Research Applications, Marketing Relationships, Service Marketing and Marketing: Graded Unit 2.

After the course…• Career – marketing, promotion or export departments of

industrial or commercial companies

• Continuing study – HNC: apply for second year of HND Marketing. You can also apply for first or second year entry to BA degree courses at the University of the West of Scotland, Glasgow Caledonian, Stirling, Edinburgh Napier University, and Queen Margaret University College.

You can apply for Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) courses offered by the College. The CIM contact at the College is Peter Provan - [email protected]

HND: apply for second or third year entry to BA Degrees at the University of the West of Scotland, Glasgow Caledonian, Stirling, Edinburgh Napier University, and Queen Margaret University College.

You can apply for Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) courses offered by the College. The CIM contact at the College is Peter Provan - [email protected]




ContactTom Dickson on 0141 271 6322 or [email protected]

NQ FASHION MERCHANDISING About this course(SCQF 5/6)The course is designed for people who want a career in the business side of the fashion industry. It also qualifies you to move on to higher-level courses. You will have access to experience the fashion opportunities in Glasgow, the UK’s largest shopping location outside London. Towards the end of the course you’ll put on your own themed fashion show.

What you need• Three passes or more at Standard Grade, or equivalent at

band 3 or above, including English

• We advise you to apply early as this course is very popular and places are limited

• Before we offer you a place, we’ll invite you to an interview – you’ll need to show a genuine interest in the fashion industry


What you’ll studyThe core units you’ll study include: Introduction to Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Media Studies – Fashion Higher, Buying, Textiles, Understanding the Retail and Distributive Industries, Marketing, and Event Organisation. You’ll also choose from optional units.

After the course…• Career – the fashion industry – buying, merchandising,

styling, marketing, promotion and other retail areas

• Continuing study – apply for further study in a range of HNC/D courses at the college



ContactJacquie Shaw on 0141 271 2114 or [email protected]

About this course(SCQF 7/8)The course prepares you for a career in the retail industry – where there is a growing need for qualified people to fill trainee management positions. You’ll carry out case studies, projects and assignments – we’ll assess your progress continuously. To expand the learning experience in the second year, you’ll do a work placement. We also organise industrial visits and study tours.

What you needHNC• Higher English at Grade C or above (or another relevant

Higher)


• A National Qualification including Core Skills Communication Higher and Computing, or an appropriate SVQ

• Before we offer you a place, we’ll invite you to an interview where you’ll need to show a real interest in the retail industry


HND• Two Higher Grade passes at Grade C or above including

English, (or a relevant Higher) OR:

• A National Qualification including Core Skills Communication Higher or an appropriate SVQ

• Before we offer you a place, we’ll invite you to an interview where you’ll need to show a real interest in the retail industry

• Adult learners with some relevant experience in, or who hope to move into the retail management area may be accepted subject to interview.


What you’ll studyThe core units you’ll study include:

Year one – Retail Environment, Stock Presentation, Retail Security, Stock Management, Retail Law, Creating a Culture of Customer Care, and Graded Unit 1.

Year two – Store Design and Layout, International Retailing, Corporate Store Image, Comparative Retailing, Work Experience, and Graded Unit 2.

You’ll also have the option of including Principles of Retail Buying, Fashion Merchandising, and Marketing Planning for a Domestic Market.

After the course…• Career – HNC: employment at junior management level in

the retail industry

• Continuing study – HNC: apply for second year of HND Retail Management. You can also apply for first or second year entry to relevant degree programmes at Glasgow Caledonian University, Stirling University, Queen Margaret University or Robert Gordon University. HND: apply for third year entry to a BA Degree course in Retail or related discipline at Glasgow Caledonian University. You can also apply for third year entry to related Degree programmes at Stirling University, Queen Margaret University and Robert Gordon University




ContactMaureen Houston on 0141 271 6315 or [email protected]

HNC/D RETAIL MANAGEMENT
