Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Business

Integrated Masters with deeper specialization and research focus
Taught in English
Duration 2 Years
Mode On Campus
Level Undergraduate
Degree Undergraduate Diploma
Closing soon September 2026

Course Overview

The Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Business at Rushmore Business School is designed for ambitious individuals seeking to build a robust foundation in management and leadership within the dynamic business world. You will explore essential areas such as marketing, human resource management, accounting principles, and the global business environment, developing a comprehensive understanding of how organisations operate and succeed. This qualification is ideal if you aim for a managerial role in service industries or wish to progress to further undergraduate study, equipping you with practical skills and theoretical knowledge critical for career advancement.

You will engage in a hands-on learning experience, studied full-time on campus over two years, with a curriculum structured across core business functions and strategic projects. Year one focuses on foundational business operations, while year two delves into financial management, organisational behaviour, and entrepreneurial opportunities, culminating in a significant research project. This HND programme prepares you for diverse career paths in business management, marketing, or finance, and provides a direct route to the final year of an honours degree, empowering you with the qualifications and confidence to excel professionally.

Course Curriculum & Details

Detailed information for serious evaluators

Program Overview

This Higher National Diploma in Business provides a comprehensive foundation in key business disciplines over two years. Year one focuses on core areas such as the business environment, marketing, human resources, law, accounting, and leadership. The second year builds upon this, delving into financial management, organizational behavior, entrepreneurship, global business, digital marketing, and culminating in a significant research project.

1 Year 1

Business and the Business Environment
Marketing Processes and Planning
Human Resource Management
Business Law
Accounting Principles
Leadership and Management
Professional Identity and Practice
Managing a Successful Business Project

2 Year 2

Financial Management
Organizational Behaviour
Identifying Entrepreneurial Opportunities
Pitching & Negotiation Skills
Global Business Environment
Digital Marketing
Research Project

Cost & Affordability

A clear picture of what this course will cost you

Program Costs

First Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 4,000.00
Second Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 4,000.00
Total Program Cost Estimated total tuition
USD 8,000.00

Currency note: Program costs shown in USD based on the available tuition breakdown.

Living Costs

Accommodation
USD 280.00 - USD 773.00
Food & Groceries USD 10,320.00 - USD 12,900.00
Transport USD 59,340.00 - USD 61,920.00
Utilities & Bills USD 1,548.00 - USD 2,064.00
Estimated Total USD 71,208.00 - USD 76,884.00

Living cost estimates are based on Mauritius Campus.

Why Study Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Business at Rushmore Business School

What makes this program stand out

September 2026 Closing soon

Next intake is in September 2026

Life at Rushmore Business School in Mauritius

What daily life looks like for international students

Language

English

Primary language everywhere

Climate

Mild & Rainy

10-20°C average, pack layers

Safety (Numbeo Safety Index)

Very Safe

Exeter is one of UK's safest cities

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Business at Rushmore Business School

Can I work while studying?

International students can work up to 20 hours per week in Mauritius without needing a separate work permit.

What jobs can I get after studying this course?

Manager, Business Analyst, Marketing Coordinator, Project Supervisor.

What will I actually study in this course?

Business studies is a constantly popular f ield of study that is ever evolving worldwide and which offers the possibility of employment in public and private sectors locally and abroad. In view of the need for relevant qualif ications in the f ield, Rushmore Business School offers a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business to equip students with the relevant tools to join the industry.

Upon completion of the HND, students can move to the f inal year of an honours degree, awarded by

When can I start — what are the intake months?

Intakes for the Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Business occur in February, June, and September each year. Choose the month that best fits your schedule to start your studies.
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