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HND: Administration and Information Technology

This course reflects the increasingly important role that administration, digital and information technologies play in today’s business world. It will equip you with advanced skills and knowledge you require in order to work in a modern business environment, with excellent career opportunities in all sectors.

Course information

Level:

SCQF Level 8

Duration:

  • One year, full-time
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Who is this course for?

Anyone who has achieved a HNC in Administration and IT and wishes to further develop their knowledge and skills in this area of study.

What skills will I learn?

  • Personal effectiveness, organisation, perseverance and resilience
  • Advanced IT and digital skills
  • Self-motivation, self-direction and independent learning
  • Collaborative working and problem solving skills
  • Good communication skills and flexibility

What will I study?

  • Advanced word processing, spreadsheets and database
  • ICT in business
  • Office management
  • Business culture and strategy
  • Advanced presentation skills
  • The Core Skills of ICT, numeracy and communication will be developed and certificated on this course
  • Graded Units and Project Management
  • Sustainability

Application Information

What further study options are available?

  • BA Business Management SCQF Level 9
  • It is possible to progress on to a degree at university from this course - see our HE and Degree Pathways guide for more information

What career opportunities are there?

  • Administrative assistant

  • Administrator

  • Clerical assistant

  • Personal assistant

  • Executive assistant

  • Administrative supervisor

  • Network administrator

  • HR administrator

  • Organisation administrator

  • Contact Centre administrator

  • Customer Service administrator

  • Team co-ordinator

  • Business co-ordinator

  • Retail supervisor

  • IT support

  • Marketing assistant

  • Finance officer

  • Conference officer

  • Office manager