This free module comprises of two units from the Pearson HND in Leadership and Management (HTQ) and has been developed by awarding bodies in collaboration with employers so students can develop the skills that employers want.The first unit is Business Strategy which will develop student’s awareness of the different types of strategic approach that could be used in operational, tactical, or strategic role for an organisation. The second unit is Business Communications and Relationships which will develop student’s knowledge of approaches to negotiation, influencing and networking in a management/leadership context. Students will gain a wide range of knowledge in these sector-specific skills tied to practical skills gained through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios. Students are involved in vocational activities that help them to develop vocational behaviours and transferable skills. Students will be able to develop and apply their own ideas to their studies, to deal with uncertainty and complexity, to explore solutions, demonstrate critical evaluation and use both theory and practice in a wide range of business situations. On achievement of the module, students will receive a Pearson certificate at Level 4 for the units completed as well as up to 30 Pearson credits and equivalent UCAS tariff points.