Program Overview

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Business Skills Cert HE

Overview

Discover your entrepreneurial potential. Whether you're looking to launch your own business, take your current venture to new heights or just learn more about key business concepts, this course can help you thrive in today's dynamic landscape.

Why study business in the Tees Valley?

Explore the world of business in our unique, dynamic region. With landmark developments, ongoing regeneration, and opportunities for students and graduates, the Tees Valley is your gateway to a thriving career.

Learn the strategies and insights you need to succeed in entrepreneurship, marketing, finance and digital operations, all in one convenient package. Get ready to transform your business mindset and make a lasting impact.

Top five reasons to study Cert HE in Business Skills:

• Hands-on learning: our course is not just about theory; it's a practical, hands-on experience. You'll engage in real-world projects and simulations to develop the skills you need to excel in business.
• Expert teaching: learn from industry experts and seasoned entrepreneurs who bring a wealth of experience to the classroom. Benefit from their practical insights, real-life stories and guidance.
• Tailored curriculum: our curriculum is designed to meet the needs of aspiring and current business owners alike. It's flexible, allowing you to focus on areas that matter most to you, whether you're at the start-up stage or looking to scale your existing venture.
• Networking opportunities: connect with a diverse group of peers and expand your professional network. Share ideas, collaborate on projects and learn from the experiences of others.
• Career and business support: our support doesn't end with the course. Gain access to career and business development resources, including assistance with business planning and strategy.

Earn a recognised qualification upon course completion, enhancing your credentials in the business world.

Course details

Course structure

Year 1 core modules

• Business Administration and Finance
  • You gain an understanding of company formation and reporting requirements in the UK. Explore accounting concepts relevant for business owners, financing and funding options, financial planning and how to increase profitability.
• Business Planning
  • You explore the process of conceptualising, developing and presenting a comprehensive business plan. This hands-on experience creates critical skills in competitive analysis, planning and business strategy formulation. Gain practical insights into business management and implement your plans in real-world scenarios.
• Enterprise and Innovation
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of enterprise and innovation, exploring entrepreneurial concepts, startup essentials and strategies for business success. Identify opportunities and learn how to cultivate an innovative mindset. You also focus on scaling ventures and adapting to an evolving business landscape, working individually to develop an innovative business idea. You also get the opportunity to hear from and question experienced external practitioners.
• Understanding your Market
  • Gain an understanding of marketing principles and their impact on a changing and competitive environment. You learn the fundamentals of marketing and explore in detail advertising, public relations, branding, digital phenomena and social media marketing.

Modules offered may vary.

How you learn

Your learning experience is engaging, interactive and industry relevant. Take part in practical group projects and case studies, attend lectures from industry experts and entrepreneurs, and network with professionals.

How you are assessed

Our assessment methods help you develop sought-after business skills and qualities. These include business planning, case study analysis, presentations and market research proposals.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

A typical offer is 64 tariff points from at least two A levels (or equivalent).

We welcome applications from mature students without conventional entry requirements and can consider alternative qualifications or other experience you may have.

For general information please see our overview of entry requirements.

You can gain considerable knowledge from work, volunteering and life. Under recognition of prior learning (RPL) you may be awarded credit for this which can be credited towards the course you want to study.

Employability

Career opportunities

This course can help you progress to roles in a range of sectors. Career opportunities include entrepreneur, business manager, digital business executive, business consultant, sales and business development, marketing specialist and business adviser.

Full-time

Entry to academic year

Fee for UK applicants

£6,340 a year

What is included in your tuition fee?

• Length: 1 year
• UCAS code: N192 CertHE/BSk
• Start date: September
• Semester dates

Part-time

Not available part-time

Choose Teesside

• iPad
  • Are you eligible for an iPad, keyboard and up to £300 credit for learning resources?
• Accommodation
  • Live in affordable accommodation right on-campus - from only £100 a week
• Campus
  • Study in our town-centre campus with £280m of recent investment.
• Adobe
  • Study at Europe's first Adobe Creative Campus and develop your creative and digital skills.