Newstart: Business
Interested in business, management and digital technology? This course is a great starting point for developing the practical skills and knowledge you need for your future.
You will explore key areas of business, management, administration and digital technologies while developing skills that are valued by employers. You will learn how modern organisations operate and gain practical experience that will help prepare you for the workplace.
You will develop transferable skills including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, organisation and digital skills, helping you prepare for further study and a wide range of entry-level roles in business.
The course will give you a broad understanding of the world of business and is ideal if you are considering progressing to further study or taking your first steps into employment.
Content
- Economics
- Finance
- Law
- Communication
- IT, including Spreadsheets, Word Processing and Presentation skills
- Digital Technologies
- Management of Marketing and Operations
- Understanding Business
Please note: Individual units are subject to change.
Career Paths
- General Office Role
- Customer Service
- Retail Sector
- Call Centre
- Start your own business
Progression
Students who successfully complete this course may be given the opportunity to progress to :
- NQ Access to HN Business, Administration and Accounting
- In some circumstances, with the endorsement of the teaching team, it may be possible to move directly on to HN level study
Entry requirements
One of the following in relevant subject areas (such as English, Business, Admin, Maths, Modern Studies, History, etc.):
- Three National 4 passes and one National 5 qualification at grade C or above (or equivalent)
- Successful completion of a relevant access course or an appropriate group of National Qualification units
- Applicants who do not meet this criteria, but have relevant work experience or alternative qualifications may be considered
- Applicants whose first language is not English should hold an appropriate ESOL qualification, or may otherwise be required to attend an ESOL assessment
Additional requirements:
- Final selection is subject to application screening and possibly a telephone interview.
- Please provide a detailed personal statement, outlining your suitability for the course and your interest in the subject area.
More Info
Further advice for full-time applicants:
• Please ensure you have an online account before starting your application
• If you created your account prior to November 2024, you will need to register a new account
• Before starting the application process, please ensure you already hold or are working towards the relevant entry qualifications required for the course you are applying for
• Ensure you use your own personal email address when creating your online account
• Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email immediately
• If you do not receive an acknowledgement e-mail immediately, please check your SPAM/Junk folder
• Please include as much detail as possible in your personal statement such as: the reason you are applying, future career plans, previous employment, relevant experience, hobbies and interests
• Disclosing support needs in your application will not affect your chances of being offered a place on a course at Forth Valley College
• If your application is successful, you will be invited for interview. For January start courses interviews will be in Nov/Dec and interviews for August start courses will take place between February and May
• If your application is unsuccessful, you will be offered support in finding a suitable alternative course
• Applicants who provide a mobile phone number on their application form will be sent a text reminder prior to the day of interview
• If you are unable to attend an interview or wish to withdraw your application - please email student.applications@forthvalley.ac.uk
Stirling Campus
Full-Time
18 January 2027
Level 5