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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. Business administrators develop key skills and behaviours to support their own progression towards management responsibilities.

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  • Entry requirements
  • Level

    Level 3

  • Delivery/Study method

    A minimum of 30 hours on the job training at the work place per week including a day/block release to study theory at our Uxbridge/Hayes/Richmond or Harrow campus.

    Other study methods include:

    • Knowledge modules learning the fundamental knowledge, through a combination of online learning and practical classroom workshops
    • Level 2 English and maths
    • A work-based portfolio to demonstrate the skills you’ve learnt in real work projects.

  • What will I learn?

    The modules included in this programme are:

    • IT
    • Record and Document Production
    • Decision Making
    • Interpersonal Skills
    • Communications
    • Quality
    • Planning and Organisation
    • Project Management.

  • Duration and assessment

    The duration of the apprenticeship is typically 12-18 months.

    An apprentice will be required to complete an end-point assessment. If a Business Administrator has not already achieved Level 2 English and maths, they must do so before taking the end-point assessment.

  • Where next? Career/study opportunities

    The administration role may be a gateway to further career opportunities, such as management or senior support roles.

    The skills and knowledge you will gain throughout this apprenticeship will qualify you for roles including:

    • Administration Officer/Executive
    • Marketing Assistant
    • Administration Team Leader
    • Office Supervisor
    • Personal Assistant
    • Secretary
    • Legal Secretary
    • Medical Secretary.