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We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. We are committed to helping equip learners with the skills they need to enhance their employability prospects and to succeed in the changing world of work. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people.  \nReferences to third party materials made in this specification are made in good faith. Pearson does not endorse, approve or accept responsibility for the content of materials, which may be subject to change, or any opinions expressed therein. (Materials may include textbooks, journals, magazines and other publications and websites.)  \nAll information in this specification is correct at time of publication.  \nBTEC Higher Nationals in Leadership and Management – original image by © EtiAmmos / Shutterstock  \nISBN 978 1 292 72554 3  \nAll the material in this publication is copyright © Pearson Education Limited 2026  \nSummary of Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Leadership and Management for England specification Issue 3 changes  \n\n| Summary of changes made between previous issue and this current issue | Page number |\n| --- | --- |\n| Section 1.7: Key features – Minor editorial amendment made to improve clarity and consistency of existing wording, as indicated in the margin comment. No new content introduced. | 4 |\n| Section 5.2.1: Update to content of English language requirements | 22 |\n| Unit 1: The Contemporary Business Environment (Level 4)– Learning Outcome 3, Essential Content updated to add two opening sentenceson artificial intelligence, covering accelerated AI adoption, its impact on industry and workforce roles, and associated risks including privacy, data protection, bias, transparency and dehumanisation. | 58 |\n| Unit 2: Marketing Processes and Planning (Level 4)– Learning Outcome 1, Essential Content updated to include a reference to the integration of AI into marketing planning, highlighting improved efficiency, enhanced data analysis and personalised marketing strategies. | 66 |\n| Unit 3: Management of Human Resources (Level 4)– Learning Outcome 1, Essential Content updated to include reference to the impact of AI in HR, including streamlining recruitment, personalising employee experience and supporting performance management tracking. | 75 |\n| Unit 8: Digital Business in Practice (Level 4)– Learning Outcome 1, Essential Content amended to extend emerging trends to include AI agents, generative AI for content creation and predictive analytics. | 120 |\n| Unit 10: Managing and Leading Change (Level 5)– Learning Outcome 2, Essential Content updated to add an illustrative sentence on the application of AI across business functions, including marketing, HR and customer service. | 137, 139 |\n\nIf you need further information on these changes or what they mean, contact us via our website at: [qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/contact-us.html](qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/contact-us.html).  \nContents  \n1 Introduction 1  \n1.1 The Student Voice 1  \n1.2 Why choose Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals? 1  \n1.3 HN Global 2  \n1.4 Qualification titles 3  \n1.5 Qualification codes 3  \n1.6 Awarding institution 3  \n1.7 Key features 4  \n1.8 Collaborative development 5  \n2 Programme purpose and objectives 6  \n2.1 Purpose of the Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals 6  \n2.2 Objectives of the Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals 6  \n2.3 Aims of the Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in  \nLeadership and Managem","cbCaiadPoLTAGaRt","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiadPoLTAGaRt","pdf",2271957,214,"English","# Introduction\n## The Student Voice\n## Why choose Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals?\n## HN Global\n## Qualification titles\n## Qualification codes\n## Awarding institution\n## Key features\n## Collaborative development\n# Programme purpose and objectives\n## Purpose of the Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals\n## Objectives of the Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals\n## Aims of the Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Leadership and Management\n## Aims of the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Leadership and Management\n## Developing students’ employability skills and academic study skills\n## Use of maths and English within the curriculum\n## What could these qualifications lead to?\n## Progression to university\n# Preparing students for employment\n## Designing with employers, for employers\n## Employability skills and competencies for student career success\n## Developing competencies for the workplace\n## Professional body recognition and exemption\n## Apprenticeships\n# Centre support\n## Support for setting up your course and preparing to teach\n## This document\n## HN Global\n## Authorised Assignment Briefs\n## Assignment checking service\n## Pearson English\n# Planning your programme\n## Delivering the Higher Nationals\n## Centre approval\n## Tutor knowledge\n## Resources\n## Delivering learning\n## Support from Pearson\n## Entry requirements and admissions\n## English language requirements\n## Access to study\n## Student registration and entry\n## Access to assessments\n## Administrative arrangements for internal assessment","[{\"question\":\"When will teaching start and certification begin for this specification?\",\"answer\":\"First teaching starts from September 2024, and first certification begins from September 2025.\"},{\"question\":\"What does the document specify for the qualification levels?\",\"answer\":\"It specifies Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate Level 4 and Higher National Diploma Level 5 at undergraduate level in Leadership and Management for England.\"},{\"question\":\"What kinds of changes are listed in Issue 3 compared with the previous issue?\",\"answer\":\"The summary highlights minor editorial amendments and content updates, including updated English language requirements and changes to essential content across several units, adding references to AI and its implications for business functions and workforce roles.\"}]","Higher Nationals Leadership and Management for England Specification - Issue 3 changes | PDF",1792468130,539]