Pearson
Level 4
QN: 610/2692/X
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Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Sustainable Business Management for England
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Pearson. Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 480 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 4
Awarding Body
Pearson
Syllabus Units
8 Units
Guided Hours
480 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Corporate Governance and Ethics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the ethical issues and moral dilemmas facing an organisation.2.
- Explain the impact of corporate social responsibility and sustainability strategy on business performance.3.
- Explore the need for businesses to develop a corporate social responsibility and sustainability strategy.4. Compare the approaches businesses adopt at a strategic level when managing ethical issues.
2
Operational Planning and Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Examine the interrelationships of operations management with the other functions within an organisation
- Explain the importance of operations management in achieving effective organisational performance
- Apply quality management approaches to solve practical operations management problems
- Assess the role of supply chain management in supporting an organisation to satisfy customer requirements
3
Principles of Sustainability
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore the impact of sustainability principles and theories on organisations and communities.2.
- Explain the process required to develop a sustainability strategy in organisations.3. Appraise role of sustainability practitioners and responsibilities for stakeholder management.4. Compare ways organisations identify, influence and work collaboratively with sustainability partners.
4
Research Data and Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Collect research data from a range of sources to inform CSR decision making.2.
- Apply techniques to interpret CSR data to inform business CSR reporting.3.
- Assess digital platforms for collection, storage and analysis of data and presentation of CSR information.4. Present data and information in appropriate formats to highlight CSR issues.
5
Sustainable Business Practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the characteristics of sustainability and corporate social responsibility.2.
- Examine the impact of legislation, directives and guidance on organisations.3.
- Explore operational risks and benefits of sustainability.4. Present a business case for adopting sustainable business practices to meet business objectives.
6
Sustainable Leadership and Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Examine leadership and management theories and principles, and their impact on the effectiveness of an organisation.2.
- Review the influence of sustainable leadership and management on the culture of organisations.3.
- Create a motivational strategy to optimise team performance.4.
- Adapt sustainable leadership and management approaches to meet individual and team needs.
7
The Contemporary Business Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the different types, size and scope of organisations.2.
- Discuss the interrelationship of the various functions within an organisation and how they link to organisational structure.3.
- Use contemporary examples to demonstrate both the positive and negative influence/impact the macro environment has on business operations.4.
- Determine the internal strengths and weaknesses of a business and their interrelationship with external macro factors.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/2692/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Pearson
- Qualification Type
- Other Vocational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2025