Business & Management Courses : Higher National Diploma, Foundation & Pre-foundation

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Business & Management Courses

Higher National Diploma, Foundation & Pre-foundation

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January, March, June, September

Awarding Institution

Pearson

Delivery

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Location

Dubai Knowledge Park

International Diploma in Business (Level 2)

This International Diploma in Business (Level 2) from GBS is a hands-on, practical course aimed at providing you with an introduction to key business topics such as the purpose of business, online business, customer services and book-keeping.

Duration: 6 months
Fees: AED 25,000

Special Pathways

Customer relations Human resources Accounting and finance General marketing positions Business development Administration roles across all sectors

Progression and further study opportunities

The Level 2 Diploma prepares learners for progression to our International Extended Diploma in Business (Level 3). For those who have decided to enter this field, this programme provides a pathway to various employment in different sectors.

You’ll gain specialist knowledge and essential workplace skills like team management, research, analysis, and cooperation.

International Extended Diploma in Business (Level 3)

On the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business course, you will develop fundamental skills and competencies in key areas of business. This course is very hands-on, and you will benefit from the workplace experience of your dedicated and qualified lecturers.

With a formative and practical approach to learning on this diploma, you will graduate with more than just a qualification. You will have gained specific specialist knowledge alongside key workplace skills.

Duration: 1 year
Fees: AED 40,000

Special Pathways

Business administration roles Customer relations Human resources General marketing positions Business development Accounting and finance Marketing Digital Marketing

Progression and further study opportunities

After completing this diploma, you can enrol on our Higher National Diploma (HND) International in Business, equivalent to the first two years of a UK bachelor’s degree, offering a solid foundation for further education.

Also available in online mode.

Ideal for working professionals and learners who want to study remotely.

HND International in Business

This HND International in Business course at GBS Dubai delivers in-depth insight into the world of modern business, and through assignments and projects, you will put into practice your newly discovered business skills and knowledge.

Duration: 2 years
Fees: AED 40,000

What Will You Achieve?

Develop a wide range of specialist knowledge and practical skills, through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios.
Gain transferable skills and improve your employability to widen your career prospects.
Build the skills and knowledge to progress and get credits towards a bachelor's degree.

Special Pathways

Business Accounting and finance Management Entrepreneurship and small business management Human resource management Marketing Procurement and supply management Law

Progression and Further Study Opportunities

With Higher National Diploma (HND) :

✔ Top up to an honours degree to specialise further, enhancing your career prospects.
✔ Transfer to an honours degree in a different subject to explore new interests or change careers.

Consider these options to boost your personal and professional growth. After completing the Pearson HND, you can advance your education through degree top-up programmes at various global higher education institutions including leading universities in the Europe and Middle East.

Refer to Pearson official website to access a complete range of university options.

Also available in online mode.

Ideal for working professionals and learners who want to study remotely.

Assessment

There are no formal examinations for this course. Assessments are undertaken in various ways:

presentation
writing an assignment
analysing a case study
completing a portfolio of evidence
writing reports

You will be required to work in your own time to complete research, homework tasks or group work. Self-study is vital to your success on this course and lecturers will give you guidance on how best to approach this throughout the study period.

Entry requirement

Academic Requirements
Academic entry requirements vary from country to country. For academic requirements by country, contact us.

English requirements

To study at GBS, you must demonstrate that your English level is at the standard required. We accept a number of different English language qualifications/tests for entry onto our courses.

Programme Certificate

Upon successful completion of your chosen programme, you will be awarded a certificate from Pearson, depending on the course.

We offer certifications in business studies, including:

Level 2 Diploma in Business awarded by Pearson.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business awarded by Pearson.
Higher National Diploma (HND) International in Business awarded by Pearson.

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"GBS's guidance on employability not only proved invaluable but also offered essential insights into adapting to the global work culture."

- Diksha Jain , Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business

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