Free Level 1 Business and Administration Course in March. Classes run at The March Community Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over 11 months at a manageable pace, covering business administration skills and knowledge that employers look for. You'll need a basic level of English and maths to join. The centre works with local employers to help you find work once you've completed your training.
Who this course is for
City and guilds Business Administration qualification. Working with learners on their business administration Service skills and knowledge across 2 weeks. We are also linking this course with local employers to increase the chances of securing a job.
Entry requirements
A basic level of English and Maths.
What you will learn
You'll develop business administration service skills used in everyday office and workplace settings.
You'll build knowledge of how businesses and organisations operate.
You'll practise written and verbal communication in a professional context.
You'll learn how to handle information and documents accurately.
You'll understand how to support colleagues and customers in an administrative role.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom at The March Community Centre. Learning is hands-on and practical, focused on real administrative tasks and workplace scenarios. The course is structured over 11 months with part-time daytime attendance, giving you time to absorb and apply what you learn. Assessment is based on the City and Guilds framework for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The March Community Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Office administrator: general admin support in offices and organisations.
Receptionist: front-of-house admin and customer-facing work.
Data entry clerk: inputting and managing records and information.
Administrative assistant: supporting teams with day-to-day business tasks.
Customer service advisor: handling queries and correspondence for businesses.
Filing and records clerk: organising and maintaining business documents.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Business Administration: the natural next step, covering more complex admin tasks and opening more job opportunities.
Level 2 Customer Service Qualification: useful if you want to move into customer-facing roles.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths: strengthens your applications and supports further study if you need to build on the entry requirements.
