NCC Education Limited
Level 4
QN: 600/1325/4
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NCC Education Limited. Classified as a Other General Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 1338 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 4
Awarding Body
NCC Education Limited
Syllabus Units
24 Units
Guided Hours
1338 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Understanding Business Finance
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Be able to assess business finance 2. Be able to analyse the key skills and competencies required to lead and manage in the organisational and financial environment. 3. Be able to evaluate the interrelated contributions of the key business functions 4. Be able to analyse business and financial data (qualitative and quantitative). 5. Be able to assess academic theories and principles to a range of business and financial contexts, challenges, and situations. 6. Be able to assess the importance of corporate social responsibility, global citizenship, and risk management in contemporary business and financial management. 7. Be able to assess a range of accounting and financial techniques and frameworks to real world business situations. 8. Be able to evaluate the various ways that business may be financed.
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Organisational Culture and Collaboration
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Analyse the concept of organisational culture. 2. Identify and explore how organisational culture affects team collaboration. 3. Analyse the key principles of effective collaboration. 4. Analyse the impact of conflict on team collaboration in culturally diverse teams.
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Designing and developing a Web site
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Design a Web site to address loosely-defined requirements, Use web development tools to build (X)HTML- and CSS-based websitesto address well-defined specifications, Understand the technology and tools needed to use multimedia in the context of a website, Develop test strategies and apply these to a Web site, Understand the need for Web standards, Understand the concepts associated with using the Internet and the World Wide Web for business
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Applying Marketing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the core concepts of marketing and their application in business.
- Analyse the relationship between business, strategic, and market planning.
- Evaluate the factors influencing marketing decision making.
- Explain the key influences on consumer behaviour.
- Apply target marketing processes to segment, target, and position products.
- Analyse the role of innovation and product development in marketing strategy.
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Skills for Computing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use various skills to support the study of Computing, Be able to communicate in a technical environment, Be able to employ thinking skills and problem-solving techniques in a business and/or learning context, Be able to handle and present data, Understand the need for lifelong learning
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Corporate Responsibility within Sustainable Business
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Analyse the concept of Corporate Responsibility (CR) and its relevance in modern business contexts 2. Evaluate the concept of sustainable business and its implications for long-term value creation 3. Principles of Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability in business 4. Apply techniques to develop, implement, and monitor a CR&S strategy that aligns with organisational objectives and stakeholder expectations
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Principles of Marketing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand key terms and concepts in marketing, Understand and apply the concepts associated with the marketing mix, Understand the marketing of products and services, Understand and apply marketing communication, Understand the relationship between sales and marketing
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Computer Networks
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand network and communication protocols, Understand the principles of common network topologies and architectures, Understand the application of network security measures, Be able to select and configure the hardware components of a computer network to meet the requirements of a precise specification, Be able to design and install network and server operating systems to meet the requirements of a precise specification, Be able to install and configure internet telephony and communication systems
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Computer Systems
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Key Learning Objectives:
- LO1 Understand the function of computer systems, LO2 Be able to design computer systems, LO3 Be able to build and configure computer systems, LO4 Be able to undertake routine maintenance on computer systems
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Managing eSports Teams
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Discuss teamwork theories in the context of eSports; Evaluate the factors facilitating effective eSports teams; Discuss the creation of team goals within the context of team culture; Assess the cause of team misalignments; Discuss the importance ofleadership, communication and decision-making for eSports Team Managers.
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
International Business
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Assess market opportunities for international business growth 2. Analyse the differences in international markets including cultures, customs and trading challenges to overcome when operating internationally 3. Evaluate the potential of an organisation’s product portfolio for international growth and deploy a suitable marketing plan to aid the chosen product’s success 4. Explore logistics and supply chain management options to reliably distribute products to the new market. 5. Justify the resources required to support the chosen product’s market entry 6. Assess a new market’s legal, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and ethical challenges and how they can be overcome 7. Justify the business case to relevant stakeholders for entering into an international business opportunity
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Communications for Business
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Prepare business messages and reports, Present quantitative data to convey information, Deliver effective presentations, Contribute to business meetings, Understand theories of working in teams, Use non-verbal skills and listen effectively
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Expert eBusiness
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the economic need for e-Business in contemporary markets
- Explain the key components of an e-Business architecture
- Evaluate the opportunities that e-Business models offer to organisations
- Assess the current threats facing e-Businesses and propose mitigation strategies
- Analyse the legal concerns that e-Businesses must address
- Evaluate the social impact of e-Business on communities and consumers
- Assess the potential economic impact of e-Business on national and global scales
- Evaluate the business applications that enable e-Business success
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
eBusiness
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse eCommerce business models, Analyse eCommerce business-to-consumer strategies, Analyse eCommerce business-to-business strategies, Evaluate various forms of online marketplace, Examine the security threats posed to eCommerce users, Understand how to plan eCommerce strategies
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Essentials of Management
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the function of management, Examine the management decision-making process, Assess the use of management and organisational strategies, Analyse how management can influence individual and group performance, Examine theories of leadership and control
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Introduction to Finance
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the role of accounting in supporting organisational objectives
- Prepare financial statements including income statements and balance sheets
- Analyse financial statements using ratio analysis to assess performance
- Examine the use of costs in organisations for planning and control
- Evaluate how accounting information supports strategic decision-making
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Project Management
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand the principles and lifecycle of project management in a business context 2. The application of project management in corporate responsibility and sustainability contexts 3. Analyse the principles of a Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability projects and events 4. Select and apply project management principles and tools to plan and deliver a Corporate Responsibility/ Sustainability project or event 5. Evaluate and report on the outcome of a Corporate Responsibility / Sustainability project or event
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Business Mathematics
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Use a range of mathematical and statistical techniques and concepts, Describe and summarise data, Apply the laws of probability to a range of scenarios, Use data for the purposes of forecasting
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Understanding Business Organisations
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate various types of organisation, Evaluate various forms of organisational structure, Examine the process of organisational change, Assess the use of communication in organisations, Examine how organisational performance is monitored, Evaluate the use of IT systems on the performance and structure of an organisation
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Leadership & Entrepreneurship
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Evaluate and demonstrate leadership behaviours and communication strategies in entrepreneurial contexts 2. Critically assess the skills, motivations, and decision-making approaches of successful entrepreneurs 3. Evaluate leadership strategies for managing innovation, change, and organisational improvement 4. Analyse the relationship between vision, strategic direction, and motivating others 5. Analyse how corporate responsibility and sustainability can impact leadership
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Business Law
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the legal characteristics of sole traders, partnerships, and companies
- Evaluate the impact of company law on business operations and decision-making
- Analyse the essential elements of a valid contract and their application in business
- Assess the importance of employment contracts in defining rights and obligations
- Analyse the role of tort law in business, including negligence and liability
- Assess the requirements of consumer protection law and its impact on business practices
- Evaluate bankruptcy and debt recovery procedures and their implications for businesses
- Analyse the need for adherence to international trade law in global business operations
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Fundamentals of Economics
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply the basic tools of microeconomics to analyze demand and supply in a given market.
- Analyse the characteristics and implications of different market structures.
- Evaluate the key components of macroeconomics and their interrelationships.
- Examine the role of monetary policy in influencing economic activity.
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
Databases
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the concepts associated with database systems, Understand the concepts associated with the relational model, Understand how to design and develop a database system, Be able to develop a logical database design, Be able to develop a database system using SQL
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
eSports Fundamentals
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Examine the factors impacting the success of eSports
- Assess the professions and stakeholders within eSports
- Assess the ecosystems that underpin eSports
- Evaluate different tournament formats
- Evaluate the importance of gaming sponsorships
- Assess the role of ethics within eSports
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/1325/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NCC Education Limited
- Qualification Type
- Other General Qualification
- Operational Start
- Mar 2011