Program Overview

Program Overview

The GBS Higher National Diploma (HND) International in Business is a two-year online course that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of business fundamentals. The course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the global business landscape.

Course Structure

The course is divided into two years, with each year consisting of eight units. The units cover a range of topics, including business and the business environment, marketing processes and planning, human resource management, leadership and management, accounting principles, and entrepreneurial ventures.

Year 1

• Unit 1: Business and the Business Environment
• Unit 2: Marketing Processes and Planning
• Unit 3: Human Resource Management
• Unit 4: Leadership and Management
• Unit 5: Accounting Principles
• Unit 6: Entrepreneurial Ventures
• Unit 7: Managing a Successful Business Project
• Unit 8: Business Data and Numerical Skills

Year 2

• Unit 1: Global Business Environment
• Unit 2: Organisational Behaviour
• Unit 3: Digital Marketing
• Unit 4: International Marketing
• Unit 5: Planning a Social Media Campaign
• Unit 6: Tapping into New and International Markets
• Unit 7: Research Project - Part 1
• Unit 8: Research Project - Part 2

Assessment

There are no formal examinations for this course. Assessments are undertaken in various ways, including:

• Presentation
• Writing an assignment
• Analysing a case study
• Completing a portfolio of evidence
• Writing reports

Academic Requirements

Academic entry requirements vary from country to country. Students are required to demonstrate that their English level is at the standard required for the course.

English Requirements

Students must demonstrate that their English level is at the standard required for the course. The institution accepts a number of different English language qualifications/tests for entry onto the course.

Career Opportunities

The HND International in Business online course can lead to a range of career opportunities, including:

• Financial Management
• Marketing
• Digital Marketing
• Human Resources
• Accounting
• Logistics
• Procurement
• Business Administration
• Management Consulting
• Training and Development

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee for the course is AED 40,000 per year, with up to 75% scholarship available.

Intakes

The course has multiple intakes throughout the year, including January, March, June, and September.

Delivery

The course is delivered online, with weekly support sessions held every Thursday.

Awarding Institution

The course is awarded by Pearson.