Enterprise and Commerce
NPA Business with Information Technology and Human Resource Management
Campus Sighthill Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 6
Study mode Full time
Start date
Jan 2026
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Course overview
This course is designed to provide you with the fundamental knowledge required for success in current and future employment in business or for progression to further academic qualifications. The structure provides you with basic knowledge and skills in the study of business and its role in society, as well as advanced IT skills and knowledge of Human Resource Management.
You will explore how organisations function, how people and finances are managed effectively, and how technology supports modern business practices.
Through a blend of practical and theoretical learning, you will develop confidence in using IT tools essential for today’s administrative and HR environments. You’ll enhance your skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and data handling, while also learning how to communicate professionally and persuasively in a business context. The course also introduces key techniques in interviewing and recruitment, helping you to understand the dynamics of effective people management.
By the end of the course, you will be equipped with a well-rounded skill set that prepares you for further study or entry-level roles in business and HRM, with a strong emphasis on digital competence, communication, and organisational awareness.
What you will learn
- Management of People and Finance
- Understanding Business
- IT Solutions for Business: Word Processing, Data Processing, Spreadsheets
- Business and HRM Communication Skills
- Interviewing Skills
Meta Skills Developed:
- Integrity
- Adapting
- Initiative
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Curiosity
- Critical thinking
Placement information
- There is no work placement requirement.
How the course is assessed
Each subject will have different evidence requirements and assessment approaches.
Some examples are provided below on the methods of assessment:
- Open Book
- Exam – Closed-book controlled
- Project-based assessments
Number of days per week
- Three days per week, two in person and one self-study.
Entry requirements
- A minimum of four relevant National 5s (must include English and Maths/Numeracy) at C or above
Or
- Any relevant National Qualifications Group Award at SCQF level 5. Must include Comms and Numeracy
Or
- Successful completion of level 5 Business and Marketing or Human Resource Management and Administration
Relevant subjects could include
- English
- Business
- Economics
- Marketing
- Modern Studies
- Accounting
- Science subjects
English Proficiency Requirements
Minimum IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- HNC Business
- HNC Human Resource Management
Career options
- Administrative Assistant
- Human Resource Management Assistant
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Sighthill Campus | Full time | 26/01/26 |
