Business: Graded Unit 1(SQA HN Unit F8LD 34)

This Graded Unit is designed to provide evidence that candidates have met the following aims of the HNC Business (G9ML 15):

• provide the competencies required by employers of those engaged in entry level administrative, managerial or commercial positions in organisations

• develop and apply a range of vocational knowledge and skills in an integrated manner to the analysis of business situations

• build on previously acquired transferable skills

• adopt an innovative and creative approach to their work and be able to respond quickly to the challenges posed by changes in the business environment

Credit points and level: 1 HN credit at SCQF level 7: (8 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 7)

For further information on this course, please visit the SQA website

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

The assessment is based on a closed-book examination lasting three hours done in May within College.

For assessment, candidates will be expected to apply their knowledge and understanding to a particular situation. They are not expected to provide exhaustive lists pertaining to theory that does not apply to the particular organisation concerned.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

It is recommended that candidates should have completed or be in the process of completing the following Units relating to these specific aims prior to undertaking this Graded Unit:

• Business Accounting (F84M 34)
• Economic Issues: An Introduction (F7J8 34)
• Managing People and Organisations (F84T 34)
• Marketing: An Introduction (F7BX 34)

Although the main focus of the Unit is based on the four Units listed above, candidates may draw on content from other Units relevant to the case study.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Will be required to sit exam in May within college