Leadership and Management

Pearson BTEC HNC Level 4
  • Acquire the knowledge needed for managerial careers
  • Access careers in Business, Accounting, Marketing and HR
  • Take the first step towards a degree with a valuable standalone qualification
  • Learn through high quality teaching, flexible online learning with a personal success coach
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Start dates

14th April, 2025
 
8th September, 2025

Duration & delivery

40 weeks. Flexible online delivery.

Campus support available.

Qualification level

Pearson BTEC HNC Level 4

(First stage of qualifying for a HTQ). 

Fees & funding

£6,500

Student finance available.

Earn an employer-lead qualification 

This course has been developed alongside the BBC, IBM, Capgemini and other leading employers to help you land managerial jobs. 

It equips you with relevant, practical, future facing knowledge that you can build on for years to come, growing your career, salary and qualifications.

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Learn practical skills across all areas of business


Become a confident leader and manager. Gain fundamentals in Business, Marketing, Human Resources, Accounting, Operational Management and Digital Business.

This will give you a 360 degree business perspective, increasing your managerial potential - and your future career options.

Take the first step towards a HTQ and a Degree

This is a Pearson BTEC HNC Level 4 qualification.

It works as a standalone course. But it’s also ‘stackable’. So, if you continue onto Level 5 (HND), you will get a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ).

HTQs are recognised by employers, and act as a stamp of quality.

The College Online difference

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Expert teaching

We only partner with well-respected and long-established public sector colleges you can trust to deliver excellent tuition.

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Online learning designed by experts with personalised support

 
We’ve built our signature platform and course from the ground up to provide best-in-class learning experience and personal support.

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Respected Qualification

You want to know your new qualification will be respected by employers. That’s why it leads to an HTQ awarded by Pearson one of the UK’s largest Awarding Organisations.

Taught by trusted public colleges.

Using College Online's resources and technology.

Accredited by Pearson.

A College Online personal success coach supports you every step of the way.

This Leadership and Management course, starting in April 2025 is taught by Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges (HRUC) - one of England’s leading College Groups.

 

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If accepted, you will enrol directly with HRUC with personal support from College Online.

See HRUC’s Handbook, Student Protection Plan and Terms & Conditions.

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Flexible online learning. College tuition. On-campus support. A personal success coach.

College Online’s resources and technology enable you to complete the Leadership and Management course online, with college tuition and the support of a personal success coach.

Your success coach actively monitors your progress through your chosen course and if it looks like you might be falling behind, they’ll reach out to help you get back on track.

The course is specifically designed to fit around your schedule, and commitments like jobs and family.

Looking for an on-campus experience? We offer that too, with optional opportunities to access college facilities and careers services.

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Flexible Online Delivery
Easily schedule your learning around work and life commitments
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Learn from experienced Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges' tutors
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Pearson BTEC HNC Level 4 - course units

Leadership and Management course units

  • The Contemporary Business Environment
  • Marketing Processes and Planning
  • Management of Human Resources
  • Leadership and Management
  • Accounting Principles
  • Managing a Successful Business Project
  • Operational Planning and Management
  • Digital Business in Practice

See detailed unit breakdown here.

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Leadership and Management course units

  • The Contemporary Business Environment
  • Marketing Processes and Planning
  • Management of Human Resources
  • Leadership and Management
  • Accounting Principles
  • Managing a Successful Business Project
  • Operational Planning and Management
  • Digital Business in Practice

See detailed unit breakdown here.

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Careers you can access with this qualification

Marketing
Marketing Communications Assistant
Marketing
Executive
Brand
Coordinator
Accounting
Accounting
Clerk
Book
Keeper
Payables
Officer
Human Resources (HR)
HR
Assistant
Recruitment
Coordinator
HR
Advisor
Operational Management
Supply Chain
Analyst
Procurement
Specialist
Operations
Coordinator
Project Management
Project
Coordinator
Project
Administrator
Operations
Project Support
Digital Business
E-commerce
Assistant
CRM
Assistant
Data Analyst
(entry-level)
General Business
Administrative
Coordinator
Customer Service
Supervisor
Office
Manager

Admissions requirements

Academic qualifications

  • MMM or better (96 UCAS points), or
  • a relevant Access to Higher Education Diploma, or
  • a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business or a related subject, with an overall Merit.

English & Maths

  • GCSE grade 4 or above in Maths and English, or
  • Equivalent Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths.

Industry experience

  • Applications from those without formal qualifications but with relevant industry experience are considered on merit.
  • Normally expected to have achieved a Level 2 qualification in Maths and English.

English
proficiency
(for non-native speakers)

  • CEFR level B2
  • PTE Academic 59
  • IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands)​​

Fees & funding

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£6,500 Course Fees

We understand this is a big commitment. But HTQs are recognised by employers, and can lead to higher salaries. So we think it’s a great investment.

A degree programme at a similar teaching level costs £9,250, meaning you would be paying 42% more.

All fees are payable to the college with which you enrol (terms & conditions apply).

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Eligible for Student Finance

HTQs are eligible for Student Finance.

This means you don’t need to pay anything upfront - and won’t pay anything at all until you’re earning more than £27,295.

At that point, repayments will be made via tax on your pay slip, and start from as little as £37 pcm.

Stack your HNC qualification into a full Degree

Upon successful completion of the Pearson BTEC HNC (Level 4) in Leadership and Management you can progress to the HND (Level 5) Leadership and Management course. 

The HND (Level 5) in Leadership and Management course offers advanced knowledge and skills for roles such as Operations Manager and Departmental Manager.

Prepare yourself for middle management positions and gain knowledge aligned with Occupational Standards for Operations or Departmental Managers, with a curriculum including:

  • Organisational Behaviour Management
  • Managing and Leading Change (Pearson-set)
  • Principles of Operations Management
  • Business Strategy
  • Business Information Technology Systems

  • Developing Individuals, Teams, and Organisations

  • Business Communications and Relationship Management

  • Business Data Analytics and Insights


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Progression to a Full Undergraduate Degree


Upon successful completion of the Higher Technical Qualification (Pearson BTEC HNC/HND) in Leadership and Management, you may apply to progress to a Level 6 top-up degree qualification.

Opportunities to top-up are available, subject to application, with a variety of UK universities.

If your goal is to complete a full undergraduate degree, we guarantee that upon successful completion of your Level 4 and Level 5 studies within our network, we will secure you an offer of a place with a UK university for Level 6. If we are unable to do so, we will refund 100% of your Level 5 course fees.

Course FAQs

What is a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ)?

Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) have been developed by employers to provide the skills, knowledge, and behaviours you need in different occupational sectors. You may already be familiar with HNCs, HNDs, foundation degrees and other level 4 and 5 qualifications. HTQs are those same qualifications but with a stamp of quality.

What Qualification will I get from this course?

Upon completion of the HNC (Level 4) in Leadership and Management you will receive a Pearson BTEC HNC (Level 4) in Leadership and Management.

This qualification can lead to the Pearson BTEC HND (Level 5) in Leadership and Management which is an accredited HTQ.

Will I get a Degree from this course?

Upon successful completion of the HNC (Level 4) in Leadership and Management, you can progress to the HND Level 5 programme.


Upon completion of the HND (Level 5) in Leadership and Management, you can top-
up to a degree (Level 6) qualification.


If you wish to top-up to a degree, face-to-face and online top-up courses are
available at: 

- Coventry University Group
- University of Portsmouth
- Sheffield Hallam University
- University of Roehampton
- Oxford Brookes University
Am I enrolling with College Online or HRUC?

You will enrol with your chosen college.

For the Pearson BTEC HNC (Level 4) in Leadership and Management starting in January 2025, you will enrol with Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges (HRUC).

College Online has designed and built the course, resources and technology used by the college tutors and provides a personal success coach for every student.

How does the application process work?

When you have made up your mind to apply for a place on the Leadership and Management course, you should complete the online application form and provide relevant supporting documents - including proof of identification and any previous
qualifications obtained.


Your College Online student advisor will check your application form before sharing it with Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges (HRUC) for review.


HRUC will review your application and will make a decision about issuing you an offer.


In some cases, HRUC may request additional information.


If you are issued with an offer, you will need to confirm that you wish to accept your place.


You will then receive your sign-in information and passwords (and can complete your student loan application).

How do I apply for a Student Loan?

If you are eligible, you can get a Tuition Fee Loan, from the Student Loan Company, to cover the full cost of your course. The Student Loan Company is a government-funded organisation and is responsible for providing loans and grants to students in higher education.

These loans can cover tuition fees, living costs, and other study-related expenses.   

Your eligibility will depend, for example, on whether you have already drawn down a loan for other studies, and your UK residency status. You can check your eligibility on the government’s eligibility tracker. 

You apply to the Student Loan Company with advice from your College Online Advisor, and if successful the entire cost of your course is paid directly to your college. 

The Tuition Fee Loan must be repaid after you finish your course, but only when your income is over the threshold for your repayment plan. 

You can apply for help with your fees from the government by visiting gov.uk/studentfinance.

How does flexible delivery work for me?

You will attend live online sessions and have the option to drop into your chosen college to access college facilities including the careers service..

Live online tutorials are an important way for you to be able to ask questions in real time, practice skills in a more social setting and get to know your peers better as well as advancing your knowledge and skills. These tutorials are likely to take from 2 to 4 hours a week. 

There is a minimum ‘attendance’ of 80%. Unlike traditional courses, attendance counts all your guided learning hours, of which live sessions are only a part.  

So, if you have to miss one or two tutorials, you could still pass the unit provided you complete your assessment successfully. You will miss out on the collaborative work and skills development, but your tutor will share a summary of any new content that was discussed in the session and any links to help you investigate the topics further. 

You can ask questions or discuss this further with your group and tutor in the weekly forums and/or you can raise questions with your tutor in your 1:1 call.  

Can international students apply to this course?

Unfortunately, we are currently unable to accept applications from international student applications but will expand access to international students in the near future. Please register your interest.

What Technology access do I need?

You will need to have a PC or Mac computer. Whilst it is possible to access and interact with most course content using a tablet or smartphone, these devices will not work for assessments.  

If you do not have access to equipment, please let us know so that we can support you.  

For best performance, College Online content should be used on the current or previous major releases of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari, running on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, or any other device with a modern web browser. 

In detail;  

PC: 

- Any Microsoft Windows based PC (laptop or desktop, preferably running Windows 10 or above) 

- Web Browser: Google Chrome (version 122 and above), Microsoft Edge (version 122 and above) or Firefox (version 123 or above) 
- Webcam 
- Microphone 
- Installation of Teams for Virtual Classroom & Class.com access 

Mac: 

- Any Apple MacOS laptop or desktop

- Web Browser: Google Chrome (version 122 and above), Microsoft Edge (version 122 and above) or Firefox (version 123 or above) 
- Webcam 
- Microphone 
- Installation of Teams for Virtual Classroom & Class.com access 

Internet Connection: 

- Internet connectivity is required for access to all coursework. Internet connectivity could be in the form of a fixed line connection, 3G/4G/5G, wi-fi or other technologies. 

- Minimum: 600kbps download and 600kbps upload speed 

- Recommended: at least 1.5Mbps download and 1.5Mbps upload speed 

The Leadership Management Course Paving the Way to Higher Education

Our HNC provides a solid foundation for further study at Level 5, while the HND prepares you for a degree-level qualification, including higher apprenticeships and professional body qualifications.

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