95% would recommend NESCol to others.
Business & Management
Bringing Business to life.
Courses
Step into the business world with confidence.
Our Business and Management courses are designed to equip you with the transferable skills that both local and international employers value.
Guided by expert lecturers, you’ll gain a deep understanding of how organisations operate, while building a strong foundation of knowledge for further study or entering the workforce.
Career opportunities span a wide range of sectors, including accounting, finance, administration, law, marketing, human resources (HR), and sales.
View all full-time business & management courses
As well as a host of full-time courses, we also offer part-time and distance learning courses in business & management where you can study at a location near you or choose to study online.
61,700
people employed in Scotland's professional services sector in 2025¹
NESCol has made a huge difference for me and I would say to anyone considering retraining to just go for it — you’ll be surprised at what you can achieve and the difference it will make in a short time.”
Margarita Ivanova
Margarita worked in the hospitality industry, then studied HND Accounting at NESCol and is now a Business Advisory Trainee at an accountancy firm.
Career opportunities
Business Management
Administrator, Clerical Assistant, HR Administrator, HR Officer, Junior Admin Manager, Management Consultant, Personal Assistant, Recruitment Consultant and Trainee Administrator.
Accounting
Assistant Accountant, Bookkeeper, Payroll Administrator and Trainee Accountant.
Legal Services
Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Accountant, Legal Cashier and Paralegal Assistant.
16,500
legal professionals in Scotland²
Where you can study
Dedicated, enthusiastic and industry experienced teaching staff guide students through their chosen course. Comprehensive online resources, engaging classroom sessions and innovative practical experiences are used to provide a springboard to future careers. Our nurturing learning environment and supportive approach aims to get the best out of every individual and ensure NESCol students fulfil their potential in employment and life.
Study Business and Management in Aberdeen
- 4,500+ students
- Fitness Suite
- 4 Cafés
- Quiet & social areas
Our Aberdeen City Campus is situated in the heart of Aberdeen city centre, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, bars and cafés.
Study Business and Management in Fraserburgh
- 950+ students
- Fitness Suite
- 2 Cafés
- Quiet & social areas
The bright and modern Fraserburgh Campus provides a fantastic environment for NESCol students, staff and visitors.
Study part-time
Part-time courses are offered at locations throughout the region.
What our students think
More than 4,000 full-time students responded in our Student Satisfaction and Engagement Survey, covering the 2024-2025 academic year. We are delighted to share some of the feedback we received.
"A very supportive and welcoming community of staff from all departments and students."
96% feel safe and secure at College.
"Good variety of skills taught across the curriculum."
93% feel College has helped them develop knowledge and skills for the workplace.
"I enjoyed my time at College and feel it will open more opportunities for me."
Student stories
Don’t take our word for it!
Stacie Street
HND Accounting
Stacie discovered her passion for accountancy after completing the Business, Administration & Accounting course. Having achieved her HND, she hopes to work in financial accounting.
Jasmine Keir
HND Business
Jasmine returned to NESCol to study business in 2023. After completing her HND, she joined the third year of a Business and Management degree through RGU Degree Link.
Katelyn Louise Share
HND Administration & Information Technology
Encouraged by lecturers, Katelyn gave studying another go and completed her HND. She continued her studies at RGU, specialising in Business and Management.
Get in touch
Our student advisers can help with any application enquiries.
Contact the team directly by calling 01224 612330, dropping into your local Student Advice Centre, or by emailing studentadvice@nescol.ac.uk. Student advisors are also available on LiveChat when the chat icon appears at the bottom of our website.
¹ Source: Skills Development Scotland
² Source: Nomis (Office for National Statistics)