Business Administration Diploma
Are you a recent school leaver who is looking to work within an administrative environment? This Level 2 course will provide you with both skills and knowledge and a highly recognised and valued industry related qualification. You'll gain insights into business operations across various sectors and develop knowledge of administrative functions. Additionally, you'll participate in visits to employers, and benefit from speakers from diverse local businesses. Practical experiences are integrated, allowing you to apply administrative skills through activities like organising charity events, work and shadowing college staff.
The business administration qualification involves studying key modules, including principles of administrative services, business organisations, communication within a business environment, health and safety regulations in the business sector, organising and managing meetings and business events, exploring working relationships within a positive environment, and investigating job opportunities across various sectors.
Level 1 or minimum 3 GCSE grades 3 or equivalent, including English, or Level 1 Functional Skills English
On successful completion of this course, we would recommend progressing to a Level 3 qualification such as Business Administration or BTEC Business.
At South & City College Birmingham, we offer a wide range of courses for most age groups.
School Leavers: For learners who are between the ages of 16 to 18, studies will be free.
Adults: For learners who are aged 19 or over, the cost of study will depend on the course or programme that you choose. Some courses may even be free*. If the course is not free, students aged 19 at the start of their programme who wish to study need to either pay their course fees, or take out an Advanced Learning Loan.
*Eligibility criteria applies. There may be an exception for students aged 19 or over that are taking their first full Level 3 qualifications (equivalent to A Levels and Access to HE Diplomas), who could be supported by the Learner Support Fund, or free adult course funded by the WMCA. To find out what financial support is available to you or whether your course is free, call our friendly admissions team on 0121 694 5000 during office hours, or email us via: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk, we look forward to hearing from you.
Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters
Higher Education: If you are planning to undertake one of our Higher Education courses you can apply for a loan with Student Finance England, or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan with the college to support towards your course fees. Adults may be eligible for FREE tuition through the WMCA's free courses for jobs offer.
Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters
Enquire via our website today to chat to one of our Admissions team and make your right choice with South and City College Birmingham. Whatever your passion, we are here to help you land on your dream career path. Email: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk to find out what financial support is available. With various funds, loans and bursaries on offer, we may be able to help with travel expenses & childcare costs.
In addition to classroom study, you will have the opportunity to take part in relevant field trips and participate in enrichment opportunities.
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