Fareham
Southampton
EastleighFarehamSouthamptonEastleigh
Business administrators have a highly transferable set of knowledge, skills and behaviours that can be applied to small and large businesses in a range of sectors. The role may involve working independently or as part of a team, developing, implementing, maintaining and improving administrative services.
This Business Administrator Advanced Apprenticeship is suitable for you whether you want to start your career or develop your existing skills. The apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to learn advanced business skills such as planning and organising events, designing and producing business literature and managing projects, with greater responsibility and confidence.
Business administration is an important support role within any business or organisation and, with more experience, is an excellent starting point to progress on to team leading and management roles.
This apprenticeship standard covers the core skills, knowledge and behaviours to demonstrate competency of a Business Administrator and, depending on your employer, covers duties including how to:
You will develop your skills, knowledge and behaviours through on and off-the-job training and are expected to attend College for pre-arranged masterclasses.
You will need to have relevant employment, and entry is subject to interview and assessment.
GCSE English and maths grade 4/C or above (or Level 2 functional skills) are preferred.
After successful completion of the apprenticeship, and dependant on your job role, you may have the opportunity to upskill to the Level 3 Team Leader or Supervisor Apprenticeship, or progress to relevant Level 4 or Level 5 university-level qualifications.
Alternatively, the business administrator apprenticeship can be a pathway to further career opportunities, such as roles in Marketing and HR or Leadership and Management.
Your progress will be continuously monitored and supported by a Professional Trainer.
Depending on the standard, we assess your competence through various methods, such as practical exams, assignments, interviews, project work, presentations or observations and we will also evaluate your portfolio of evidence, which documents your learning and progress throughout your apprenticeship with us.
The apprenticeship end-point assessment is the final evaluation stage of your apprenticeship programme. It's designed to determine whether you have achieved the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to meet the apprenticeship standard and perform the job role independently.
Successful completion of the end-point assessment is required to receive certification.
College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.
Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.
