We have amended the assessment support pack for Business: Graded Unit 1 (J5CS 34). The changes relate to Accounting questions in section 2, with terminology adapted to better suit Business learners and avoid technical terminology that may not have been covered in the Accounting for Business: An Introduction (J56F 34) unit. If you have any enquires, please contact caitlin.boyle@sqa.org.uk
We are revising the National Progression Awards (NPAs) in Administration at SCQF 4 and 5. The revision will be led by a Qualifications Design Team (QDT). QDT members play a key role in the revision of the qualifications, as well as proposing changes to update unit content. If you are interested in participating in the QDT or would like to contribute to the revision of the component units as a unit writer or reviewer please complete the few questions (form…
Following feedback from centres, we are currently producing a new assessment support pack (ASP) for the Managing People and Organisations (J4DL 34) unit. This is based on assessment of the unit on an outcome by outcome basis, and will complement the existing holistic ASP. The new ASP will be available in May, ahead of the next academic year. In addition, following further feedback, we have introduced a remediation band for assessment in recognition of the size and scope of the…
We are undertaking a review of the National Progression Awards (NPAs) in Administration at SCQF level 4 and 5. We would appreciate your feedback on qualification content and assessment. The survey will be available until Monday 6 March. The information you provide will help us identify any changes which may be required to ensure that the qualifications continue to meet the needs of learners and the sector. Take the survey. If you have any questions regarding the revision of this…
Due to a recent revision to the vocational component of the Foundation Apprenticeship in Accountancy, we are considering if changes are also required to the NPA to allow smooth progression between the two qualifications and to ensure the NPA remains a current and valid qualification. We would appreciate your feedback on the current framework, its component units, and the link between the NPA and the FA vocational component. The survey will be available until Monday 6 March. Take the survey.…
We are holding an online networking event for Business Skills Foundation Apprenticeship on the below date. You will have the chance to share knowledge and best practice with other delivering centres. • Monday 30th January 2023• 10:00-12:00 To book your place click on the link below. If you have never used the event booking system before you must register as a New User and then complete your delegate profile, after this you will be able to book your place at…
Following the success of Quality Network Week last year, we’re proud to host SQA Connections Week next month, 7-10 November. SVQ Business and Administration will be held on Monday, 7th November Via MS Teams. The online event offers employers, education, and training providers the opportunity to learn about qualification updates, get insights into new developments, and shape ideas for the future. SQA Connections Week is a chance to learn and share ideas through a variety of engaging workshop sessions. A…
We have updated the guidance on approaches to assessment within the within the Business Fundamentals with Emerging Technologies unit specification and updated Outcome 3 assessment within the ASP.
NPA Enterprise and Employability new Levels 3 & 6 and revised Levels 4 & 5 are now live on the SQA Website. The ASPs are available on the SQA Secure website. New units Working for Yourself SCQF 6 J5CL 46 Enterprise Skills SCQF 3 & 6 J614 46 Enterprise in the Community SCQF 6 J5Y6 46 Revised units Working for Yourself SCQF 4 J5CR 44 Working for Yourself SCQF 5 J5CP 45 New ASPs Local Investigations SCQF 3 D36J…
The HN Accounting Network Event was held via MS Teams on Tuesday 22nd March 2022. It was great to get together and share information. An SQA update was provided by the Qualifications Manager, Tony Hamilton, and Kim Tree gave the SEV update. Two delivering centres also delivered presentations, one on the Flipped Classroom method of Teaching and the other on the progress of the Next Generation HNC Accounting review which is underway. Thank you to everyone who came along, we…
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