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ITSITS Education AsiaPearson BTEC HNC/HND in Business (Level 4/5)Learner’s HandbookITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
WelcomeITSITS Education Asia (ITS) welcomes you as a new learner with ourPearson BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC)/Higher NationalDiploma (HND) in Business. You are joining one of the largest privateeducation providers in Asia. ITS offers a wide selection of educationalservices, including individual tutoring, from introductory coursesthrough to higher education. ITS is delivering the Pearson BTECHNC/HND in Business programme 100% online as a blended-learningprogramme via a VLE (virtual learning environment). As stated onITS’s website:“Online learning brings school to you, whether you live in a remotearea, have restricted school choice nearby, have mobility issues, orsimply prefer the home-schooling option but would like teachersupport.”Our BTEC programme is 100% online but not “traditional distancelearning”. With many online BTEC courses, they are online but theyare presented in a “traditional distance learning” mode. That is,learners are given the materials and the learners still have to read thematerial and work it all out for themselves. Studies show traditionaldistance learning mode is not an effective learning mode (read aFinancial Times article on this subject). The ITS BTEC HNC/HND inBusiness Programme thoroughly overcomes this shortcoming with itshigh percentage of live classes, consistent offline supervision and asupport framework. Our course is supported by real lecturers, inreal-time. Having a lecturer available makes all the difference.ITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
ITS believes in the Oxford tutorial model, that is, small live lectures(maximum 25 learners per lecture) with small number of learners inlive tutorials (maximum 10 learners per tutorial). We cannot totallyreplicate the Oxford model but we keep our classes and tutorials to apersonal size.This handbook provides a helpful guide to ITS’s services for ourPearson HNC/HND in Business as well as some general information.Also, it explains your rights and responsibilities as a learner on ITS’sBTEC HND in Business.ITSIf there is any information you require which is not covered in thishandbook, please ask your personal tutor or a member of theProgramme Team. All the staff at ITS would like to extend to you awarm welcome to this ITS programme and wish you every success inyour studies.Dr. Orville Leverne Clubb,Head of ITS Education Asia BTEC CentreITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
IntroductionITS’ Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate /Level 5Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business is awarded by PearsonEducation Limited, UK (Pearson); the UK’s largest awarding body1,offering academic and vocational qualifications that are globallyrecognised and benchmarked.ITS“BTEC” 2 is an acronym for the Business and Technology EducationCouncil of the UK. ITS’ Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate(HNC) / Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business is equivalent toyears one and two of a three year UK honors degree on theRegulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) Level 4 and 53.Pearson BTEC HNC/HND’s are recognised internationally. Currently,the BTEC qualifications are delivered in 65 different countries. One ofthe possible pathways of the Pearson BTEC HND qualification isadmission to advanced standing in a university. Graduates can selectfrom over 100 universities worldwide. In the UK and Australiagraduates can pursue a “topping-up” final year ining-the-rqf/ITS Tutorial School2Registered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
In the US, a student could be accepted in a degree programme withadvanced standing using the Pearson BTEC HND credits toward anAmerican degree.ITSAs with most articulations from the Pearson BTEC HND to degrees,the entry point or credits accepted for an applicant is at the discretionof the university. In addition, the university may have specificrequirements around language levels, etc. that the learner will need tomeet as part of the application process.ITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
ITSOLD UK Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF)(Note that the Pearson BTEC HNC and HND are at level 4 and 5)ITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
The Pearson BTEC HNC/HND in Business is a considered avocational qualification,” giving graduates a range of skills andknowledge that can be readily applied in the workplace. The ITSPearson BTEC HND is equivalent to the first two years of a UK threeyear programme. The programme is at the same level as a HongKong associate degree.ITS’ Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in BusinessITSLanguage of studyThe language of study for ITS’ Pearson BTEC Higher NationalDiploma (HND) in Business is English.For candidates whose first language is not English must be able todemonstrate the ability to study effectively in English to be acceptedon the course. There is minimum English standard IELTS score of 5.5or its equivalent that must be achieved prior to admission to theprogramme. ITS can provide English level testing.Programme descriptionThe objectives of the Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND)in Business programme are to develop the learner’s business skillsand ability to grasp business issues from a range of differentperspectives. The programme will give the learner knowledge of thevarious aspects of a business and help the learner to be able toidentify and analyse business problems and develop workablesolutions through effective use of the knowledge and skills gained indifferent parts of the programme.ITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
The first year aims to give the learner a foundation in businessdisciplines and is intended as a foundation to the HND studies of thesecond year. The Level 4 HNC studies will help the learner build therequired skills to succeed in the Level 5 HND studies. If for any reasonthe learner chooses not to progress to the HND studies, bysuccessfully completing the first year the learner can be awarded theHNC.ITSThe second year builds on the learners’ knowledge and explores howorganisations are managed effectively. It also contains key units thatare designed to give the learner a thorough understanding of thebusiness environment, analysis tools, business strategy and decisionmaking in the work place.Educational AimsThe aims of the course are to: further ITS Education Asia’s aim to widen participation and offerings of educational provisions appropriate to local andglobal needs;provide a broad base of knowledge and skills relevant to a rangeof businesses and organisations from a wide range of sectors;support individuals employed or entering employment in thebusiness field;provide a challenging and stimulating educational environment;provide education and training for a range of careers inbusiness;provide opportunities for learners to focus on the development ofhigher-level skills in a business context;provide opportunities for learners to gain an UK-recognisedvocationally specific qualification to enter employment inITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
business or progress to higher education such as a full-timedegree in business or a related area.Entry RequirementsTo be accepted as a learner, the candidate must be at least 17 yearsof age and be able to study in English (The minimum English standardis IELTS score of 5.5 in with 5.5 in both reading and writing or itsequivalent). ITS may test the English language skills of a candidatethat wishes to become a learner on the programme to assure that theyhave the necessary English skills. In addition, the candidate musthave access to the technology required to study on the course andhave fulfilled one of the following criteria:ITS Hold a BTEC National Diploma; or equivalent qualificationsawards from local or regional Institutions; Completed the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education(HKDSE): Level 2 in any one of the HKDSE subjects or a similarequivalent national qualification; Complete satisfactorily the Hong Kong Yi Jin Diploma; Mature applicants aged 21 or above with acceptablequalifications may, in many cases, be able to justify admission. Amature learner may present a more varied profile ofachievement which is likely to include work experience (paid and/or unpaid) and/or achievement of a range of professionalqualifications in their work sector.ITS Education Asia makes no distinction in its admissions policy forthis course with regard to disabilities. If our VLE can accommodate thecandidates’ disability the candidate will be considered with all otherapplicants. Since the programme is presented in an VLE it is ideal forlearners that are confined to their homes.ITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
Methods of Delivery Lectures - unit lectures will be presented live via a VLE withITSattendance required with a maximum of 25 learners per class (toqualify for credit for a Unit, 80% attendance of the lectures isrequired); Tutorials - unit tutorials will be presented live (VLE) withattendance required (to qualify for credit for the Unit, 80%attendance of the tutorials is required); Class based activities - learners will work both as teams and asindividuals during lectures and tutorials. Since the learners couldbe in very different parts of the world it is expected that somegroup work may be required outside of the formal lectures andtutorials. This will require learners to communicate with eachother via online communication tools. A few examples of learnerteam activities are role playing, student presentations, casestudies; Self-study –learners are expected to spend approximately 1.5 to2 hours of self-study for every hour of formal instruction.Attendance policyITS’ attendance policy requires students to attend a minimum of 80%of classes during their course.Students are expected to be regular and punctual in attendance at allclasses in the courses in which they are enrolled.Attendance is very important for two main reasons. First, you havemade a commitment to work towards achieving academic success byenrolling on this programme of studies. Second, in order to achievesuccess in your studies it is important that you participate in, andengage fully with, all your scheduled activities.ITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
Attendance is marked by the teacher at the beginning of every class.Your attendance percentage is calculated by dividing the total classesyou have attended by the total number of classes held to that date.If you sign in more than ten minutes late or leave any class for morethan five minutes you will be marked absent for that class (legitimatetechnical issues excepted).ITSIf you are going to be absent for more than five consecutive classes,you must get approval from the Programme Leader.If you are absent due to illness, please contact us. For absences ofmore than three days you will need to provide a doctor’s certificate tohave the absence excused.Absences due to religious observance will be excused.If your attendance falls below 85%, ITS will send you a notice and youwill be asked to make an appointment to speak with the ProgrammeLeader to discuss your absences.If your final attendance percentage is below 80%, you may not beawarded the certificate you are studying for.ITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO):PLOA. The Programme will provide the learner knowledge andunderstanding of:PLOA1. the external business environment and its impact onorganisations;PLOA2. the internal functions of business and management;PLOA3. the roles and tasks of management including processes ofdecision making.ITSPLOB. The course will provide the learner with cognitive (intellectualor thinking) skills, so that learners will be able to:PLOB1. explain current theories of business and management andtheir relevance to organisations;PLOB2. identify and solve routine and non-routine businessproblems;PLOB3. apply numerical skills and techniques;PLOB4. gather and evaluate a range of information from a varietyof sources and present that information in a structured argument.Learning and Teaching Strategies and Methods for PLOB.The programme uses class-based activities (lectures, seminars, casestudies, group work and problem solving) and self-study to enablelearning outcomes PLOB1, PLOB2, PLOB3 and PLOB4.Assessment learning outcomes PLOB1, PLOB2 and PLOB3 areassessed by unit written examination and/or by a range of courseworkassignments, including portfolios, reports, case studies andpresentations. PLOB4 is assessed primarily by the report thatstudents compile for the research project unit, which spans two termsITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
of year two.PLOC. The Programme will provide the learner with practical(professional or subject) skills, so that learners will be able to:PLOC1. make appropriate use of Information Technology forbusiness and study purposes;PLOC2. manage themselves and others;PLOC3. plan and schedule work/projects;PLOC4. use a range of presentation forms professionally.Learning and Teaching Strategies and Methods for PLOCITSLearning outcomes PLOC1 and PLOC4 are embedded in all units.Learning outcomes PLOC2 and PLOC3 are achieved through groupclass activities and the research project unit.Assessment of learning outcomes PLOC1, PLOC2, PLOC3 andPLOC4 are assessed by coursework assignments.PLOD. The Programme will provide the learner with transferable(graduate and employability) skills, so that learners will be able to:PLOD1. communicate confidently and effectively;PLOD2. critique and improve own performance;PLOD3. work with others;PLOD4. demonstrate cultural sensitivity.Learning and Teaching Strategies and Methods for PLODLearning outcomes PLOD1, PLOD2 and PLOD4 are embedded in allunits. Learning outcome PLOD3 is achieved through group classactivities. Small classes offer an environment favourable to thedevelopment of these skills.ITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
Assessment of learning outcomes PLOD1, PLOD2 and PLOD4 isimplicit throughout the programme. Learning outcome PLOD3 isassessed by group coursework assignments.Higher level skills and abilitiesLearners studying for Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Business willbe expected to develop or have the following skills during theprogramme of study: cognitive skills of critical thinking, analysis and synthesis; effective problem solving and decision making using appropriateITSquantitative and qualitative skills including identifying,formulating and solving business problems;effective communication, oral and in writing, using a range ofmedia widely used in business, e.g. the preparation andpresentation of business reports;numeric and quantitative skills including data analysis,interpretation and extrapolation; the use of models of businessproblems and phenomenon;effective use of communication and information technology forbusiness applications;effective self-management in terms of time, planning andbehaviour, motivation, self-starting, individual initiative andenterprise;developing an appropriate learning style;self-awareness, openness and sensitivity to diversity in terms ofpeople cultures, business and management issues;effective performance within a team environment includingleadership, team-building, influencing and project-managementskills;interpersonal skills of effective listening, negotiating, persuadingand presentation;abilities to conduct research into business and management ITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
issues; effective performance within a team environment including:leadership team-building, influencing and project-managementskills; interpersonal skills of effective listening, negotiating, persuadingand presentation; abilities to conduct research into business and managementissues.Assessment StrategyBoth summative and formative assessments will be set for all learnersin this programme.ITSThe course’s assessment strategy is guided by the need forappropriate and rigorous assessment of learning outcomes as definedby each individual programme unit. Throughout the programme therewill be a variety of assessment opportunities to enable learners withdifferent aptitudes and learning styles to demonstrate achievement. Amajor need of an effective assessment strategy is the need to buildconfidence in learners whose previous academic studies has typicallybeen rather less successful academically than that of theircounterparts on degree programmes.A learner will be summatively assessed by: graded assignments,prescribed tasks or and/or written examinations. A written examinationis a unit examination set by the unit lecturer not an externalexamination. If an examination is required it will be open-book; thisis intended to boost students’ confidence and enable them toconcentrate on demonstrating understanding rather than merelyrecalling facts.Throughout the course, students are encouraged to submitcoursework drafts for formative feedback.ITS Tutorial SchoolRegistered School No. 5669854/F, BOC Group Life Assurance Tower, 134-136 Des Voeux Rd. Central, HKemail:info@itseducation.asia Tel: (852) 21163916 Fax: (852) 21161675www.facebook.com/itseducationasia
The research project unit in year two allows students to undertake amore individual extensive piec
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