NQ Access to HN Business, Administration and Accounting
Are you ready to build a strong foundation for a successful career in business, accounting, administration, marketing, or customer service?
This dynamic course is your gateway to Higher National level study and beyond. Designed to equip you with a broad spectrum of Business and Employability Skills, you'll gain skills and knowledge of customer service, business technologies, and financial understanding – all essential for thriving in today’s competitive job market.
Whether you're aiming for higher education or looking to boost your career prospects, this course will give you the skills, confidence, and insight to take the next step.
Content
- Human Resources
- An Introduction to Scots Law
- Employment Law
- Microsoft Word and Excel
- Contemporary Business Issues
- Financial and Management Accounting
- Social Media for Customer Service
- Researching an Economic Issue
- Communication
Career Paths
- Business Support Assistant
- Office Administrator
- Executive Assistant
- HR Assistant
- Accounts Assistant
Progression
Entry requirements
One of the following in relevant subject areas (such as English, Business, Admin, Maths, Modern Studies etc):
- Four National 5 passes (must include English and either Business/Admin/Accounting) at grade C or above (or equivalent)
- NQ Business Management with Digital Technologies or NQ Accounting (SCQF Level 5).
- 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
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
Falkirk Campus
Full-Time
17 August 2026
Level 6