HNC Retail Management

Level of Qualification: HNC
SCQF Level: 7

This course will equip you with the key skills and knowledge you need to achieve success in the retail management world. It is suitable for students progressing from NQ Business Management or Passport to Business level and S5/6 School Leavers who want to achieve an industry recognised qualification before going to university. It is also suitable for mature adults who may not have formal qualifications but have a number of years relevant work experience.

Duration

One academic year. You will attend College for 15 hours of variable, timetabled study per week, plus commit to undertake further self study of approximately 6 hours per week.

Aim

The aim of the course is to provide students with a good mix of knowledge, understanding and skills to enhance their ability to pursue a career in the retail industry. This award gives depth and breadth of knowledge required for future managers who know how to react to the changing needs of the market place.

Opportunities

This course allows candidates scope to develop and progress in a variety of ways within retail organisations of all sizes, including ones which candidates may set up themselves. The type of job opportunities learners may consider on successful completion of this course may include team leader, supervisor or manager level positions. You will have the opportunity to meet a variety of employers through work related activities.

Entry

A Group Award at Intermediate 2 or an appropriate grouping of National Units; or 3 Standard Grade passes at 3 above with an SVQ or relevant National Qualification in a relevant area. Or 1 relevant Higher Commitment to learning
Mature students with relevant work experience are encouraged to apply.

Prospects

Possible progression to second year of a relevant degree course, subject to completion of a related interim module.

Employment: This course provides an exciting range of opportunities for employment in industry, commerce or public sector organisations. It also provides the key broad-based skills and understanding required to start up your own business.