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Whether you’re just leaving school or looking for a change in career, it isn’t easy to find a job these days. That’s why at Preston College, more and more of our studentsare choosing an Apprenticeship.

Apprenticeships in Business Administration

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Introduction

 

Business Administration covers many occupations from office juniors and receptionists to personal assistants and supervisors. It involves developing, implementing, maintaining and evaluating various systems that are required for a company to run effectively. If you want a career in Business Administration then this Apprenticeship is for you. The Business Administration Apprenticeship offers a combination of qualifications, that will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to work in Administration.

 

To undertake an Apprenticeship in Administration, you must be committed and have the determination and motivation to succeed.

 

Programme Levels:

 

Apprenticeship – NVQ Certificate in Business Administration Level 2

 

Advanced Apprenticeship – NVQ Diploma in Business Administration Level 3

 

You will also undertake Key Skills and a Technical Certificate alongside the NVQ whilst attending college on a day release basis.

 

Programme Length

 

Apprenticeship in Business Administration – 12-18 months

 

Advanced Apprenticeship in Business Administration – 12-18 months

 

Course Content

 

Selection of units from the Business Administration Apprenticeship:

 

  • Manage own performance in a business environment
  • Improve own performance in a business environment
  • Work in a business environment
  • Communicate in a business environment
  • Store and retrieve information
  • Plan and organise meetings
  • Use office equipment

 

Assessment

 

You will be assessed in one or more of the following ways:

 

  • Course Work
  • Exams
  • Oral Questioning
  • Portfolio of Evidence
  • Practical Demonstration/Assignment
  • Practical Examination
  • Written Examination

 

Careers Progression

 

The Level Two Apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to progress on to the Level Three Advanced Apprenticeship in Business Administration. Effective adminisration is vital to every successful business and skilled administrators are always in high demand. By the end of this course you will have all the skills, understanding and knowledge you need to build a rewarding career in a wide range of organisations.

 

For further information please contact the Apprenticeship Recruitment Team on 01772 225266 or email us here.

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