GBS Dubai
What will you achieve?
Widen your understanding of the global business environment
- 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 degree.
Career opportunities
If you're thinking of a career in international business, this HND International in Business course will help you develop a range of key skills essential for entry into this exciting sector.
You'll also develop transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis – all of which are highly valued by employers.
This HND International in Business course leads to exciting careers in business areas such as:
- Financial management
- Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Human Resources
- Accounting
- Logistics
- Procurement
- Business Administration
- Management consulting
- Training and development
Curriculum
Assessment
Entry requirements
Curriculum
Year 1
Total Credits:120
Units
Unit 1: Business and the Business Environment
Unit 2: Marketing Processes and Planning
Unit 3: Human Resource Management
Unit 4: Leadership and Management
Unit 5: Accounting Principles
Unit 6: Entrepreneurial Ventures
Unit 7: Managing a Successful Business Project
Unit 8: Business Data and Numerical Skills
Year 2
Total Credits: 240
Units
Unit 1: Global Business Environment
Unit 2: Organisational Behaviour
Unit 3: Digital Marketing
Unit 4: International Marketing
Unit 5: Planning a Social Media Campaign
Unit 6: Tapping into New and International Markets
Unit 7: Research Project – Part 1
Unit 8: Research Project – Part 2
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 requirements
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, Please see the following page for more details – English Requirements | GBS Dubai | Global Business Studies
If you would like to improve your English before joining your course, please contact our colleagues at English Path Dubai. They have a range of English courses that suit all needs and levels.
Our partner
GBS Dubai has partnered with carefully selected education providers. Each of them helps to broaden what GBS Dubai has to offer its students.
FAQs for HND International in Business Programme
What is a higher national diploma equivalent to?
The Higher National Diploma (HND) is equivalent to the first two years of an undergraduate degree. While the duration of HND courses can vary on occasion, they typically take a maximum of two years to complete. HNDs are available across a wide range of specialisms including accounting, business computing, engineering and many more.
Can I turn my HND into a degree?
Yes, you can turn your Higher National Diploma (HND) into a full degree. There are different pathways available for students who want to take their studies further and gain a full undergraduate degree, which would typically require an additional year of study. Many higher education institutions will accept HND courses for entry to the third and final year of an undergraduate degree.
Is HND better than bachelor degree?
A Higher National Diploma (HND) and a bachelor’s degree are both great options, but it depends on what you’re looking for. The key differences between an HND and a bachelor’s degree are the length of the course, the intensity of study and the level of the award received at the end. The HND typically takes two years while a bachelor's degree can take up to four years. If you want to fast-track your career prospects then the HND might be better, but if you want a more complete higher education experience then a bachelor's degree might be the preferable option.
Which is better HND or degree?
When comparing HND vs degree , making the right choice will depend on what you want to accomplish and the type of learning experience you want. As a full degree typically takes double the time to attain, the HND is seen as a quicker route to the job market and has career-based course structures. Taking the quickest path isn’t always the way to go, and those who want a more traditional experience should also consider bachelor's degree courses.
What is HNC HND in business?
A Higher National Certificate (HNC) and a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business are both vocational qualifications that provide an essential understanding of the modern international business landscape with practical skills development. The HNC qualification takes one year to acquire and the HND takes two years.
