Enterprise and Commerce

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- TH1EN31C25

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

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

Study Options

Campus	Study mode	Start date
Sighthill Campus	Full time	26/01/26

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