Awarding Body:
Subject: Business
Course Overview
Caspian School of Academics offers this HND in Business Marketing course with the approval of BTEC Edexcel. Pearson BTEC Higher National qualifications are designed to prepare learners for employment in a specific industry.
How CSA will deliver your programme
CSA offers all Level 4 to Level 6 programmes through a blended learning model that gives you the best of both online and on-campus study. You’ll spend less time on campus than in traditional courses, while still enjoying the benefits of engaging, hands-on activities during face-to-face sessions. Our flexible approach is ideal if you’re balancing work, family or other commitments but still want to progress in higher education and develop your career.
Online and On Campus – the best of both worlds
Online, you’ll join live, interactive evening sessions from home using your laptop or tablet. Each session lasts around three hours (with a break) and includes discussions, activities and plenty of opportunities to get involved. You’ll also have access to practice questions, downloadable lesson materials, digital resources and case studies to support your learning.
At CSA, we’re committed to supporting you throughout your journey. During on-campus sessions, you’ll meet regularly with lecturers or tutors who will revisit what you’ve studied online, answer your questions and offer guidance and feedback. You’ll also work with classmates in a friendly, supportive environment that brings key ideas to life.
To make the most of your studies, we recommend setting aside 3–6 hours of independent study each week. With a combination of guided contact time and flexible self-study, you’ll experience a learning model designed to fit your life and help you succeed.
Entry Requirements
Students who have recently been in education are likely to need:
- A level pass or equivalent
- A BTEC level-3 qualification in Business
- Other related level-3 qualifications or recognised equivalent qualification
- An Access to a Higher Education Certificate awarded by an approved Further Education institution
- Related work experience (two years or more of relevant full-time work experience). As part of our entry requirements, applicants who may not have the necessary qualifications, may be considered through their relevant work experience (3 years minimum). As part of the application process, applicants will be required to provide a copy of their CV and a reference letter from employers.
English Language
In order for students to be successful on Pearson BTEC Higher National qualifications, which are both taught and assessed in English, it is critical that they have an appropriate level of English language skills. The following clarifies the requirements for all centers when recruiting applicants on to new Pearson BTEC Higher National qualifications.
All students who are non-native English speakers and who have not undertaken their final two years of schooling in English can demonstrate capability in English at a standard equivalent to the levels identified below before being recruited to the programme:
Restrictions on Learner Entry:
The Edexcel BTEC Higher National qualifications are for learners aged 18 years and over.
Course Details
Requires 240 credits, of which 120 credits are at Level 5 (7 units) and 120 credits are at Level 4 (8 units).
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business (Marketing) | Unit credit | Level | |
Level 4 units | |||
Core unit Mandatory | 1: The Contemporary Business Environment | 15 | 4 |
Core unit Mandatory | 2: Marketing Processes and Planning | 15 | 4 |
Core unit Mandatory | 3: Management of Human Resources | 15 | 4 |
Core unit Mandatory | 4: Leadership and Management | 15 | 4 |
Core unit Mandatory | 5: Accounting Principles | 15 | 4 |
Core unit Mandatory | 6: Managing a Successful Business Project (Pearson Set) | 15 | 4 |
Optional unit | 15: Operational Planning and Management | 15 | 4 |
Optional unit | 14: Digital Business in Practice | 15 | 4 |
Level 5 units | |||
Core unit Mandatory | 19: Research Project (Pearson-set) | 30 | 5 |
Core unit Mandatory | 20: Organisational Behaviour Management | 15 | 5 |
Specialist unit Mandatory | 33: Marketing Insights and Analytics | 15 | 5 |
Specialist unit Mandatory | 34: Digital Marketing | 15 | 5 |
Specialist unit Mandatory | 35: Integrated Marketing Communications | 15 | 5 |
Optional unit | 54: E-Commerce and Strategy for Business | 15 | 5 |
Optional unit | 55: Planning Social Media Campaigns | 15 | 5 |
Career Progression
The Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Business (Marketing) offers a progression route for learners to be employed in the marketing, accounting, advertising, and sales industries. The Edexcel BTEC Level 5 HND in Business (Marketing) is particularly useful for learners who wish to progress to a Bachelor’s Degree.
Fees & Funding
he tuition fee for the academic year 2025/2026 – £8,248 ; and will apply to both the new and the continuing CSA students. The course is fully funded by the Student Loan Company https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/student-loans-company. This facility is only available for home (UK resident) students. To check your student finance eligibility, please get in touch with the finance team at E: studentfinance@caspianschool.ac.uk or visit Student Finance England website: https://www.gov.uk/student-finance
