Business and Administration (Intermediate) - Level 2
Overview
Business administrators have a highly transferable set of knowledge, skills and behaviours that can be applied in all sectors. This includes small and large businesses alike; from the public sector, private sector and charitable sector. The role may involve working independently or as part of a team and will involve developing, implementing, maintaining and improving administrative services.
This course is aimed at individuals who are working towards an apprenticeship within a business and administration role who wish to improve their knowledge of business administration tasks and is applicable to a variety of work environments and sectors.
Work placement is a mandatory part of this course and all students are required to secure a placement prior to starting the course. You will spend at least 1 day a week in your placement and three days at college. Please contact the work placement team (workplacement@wnc.ac.uk) who can help you secure a placement.
Start dates and fees
| Start Date | Code | Annual Fee (Age) | Actions |
| 16-18 | over 19 |
| Sep 2024 | 1853A1590 | FREE | £500.00** E | Apply |
E You may be eligible for fee exemption depending on your circumstances. Please see our fees for adult learners page for more information.
What will I study?
- Understanding administrative services
- Providing administrative services
- Using business technology to process and communicate information
- Planning, organising, and supporting business events
Entry requirements
- Grade 3 in English and maths, plus one other GCSE at grade 3.
Applicants aged over 19:
- If you do not have the entry requirements listed above you may still be accepted to study if you can provide relevant experience, a strong portfolio of work and a commitment to the subject.
Study programmes - essential skills for employment
If you're a student between the ages of 16 and 18 (or 19 to 25 with an EHC Plan) we want to make sure you have the best possible chances of landing an awesome job once you finish college.
Students who haven't achieved a grade 4/C in GCSE maths or English to continue studying these subjects while you're here with us. By doing so, you'll be building a strong foundation of skills that will significantly boost your employability in the future.
Think of it as a chance to supercharge your knowledge and abilities. You'll be equipped with the tools necessary to tackle the world beyond college with confidence. Plus, we'll be right here to support you every step of the way.
In addition, to help you gain essential skills for employment, all students aged 19 and under and studying a full-time course with us will take part in our study programmes.
How long is the course?
1 year.
How will I be assessed?
This qualification is assessed by a portfolio of evidence.
What can I progress onto?
Career opportunities