Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 3 is the most recognised.
Typical pay: £28,000 to £60,000Level 3 most recognisedOpen entry
Pay range: National Careers Service.
Your route in
You can start without qualifications - direct entry/volunteering; a qualification improves your chances
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Qualifications employers recognise (Level 3)
Any of these strengthens your application.
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Where this can take you
With experience, you could work for a more senior manager or move to a larger organisation. You might also become a senior executive, with greater responsibility in business operations. If you have specific industry knowledge like legal, medical or financial expertise, you could take on specialist executive assistant roles or become a company secretary.
- Level 4 Diploma in Business Administration L43 courses
- Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business Administration L42 courses