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Free Level 2 Business Admin Course Online – Boston College Skirbeck Road

CostFREE
Duration161 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Business Admin Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. The course covers administrative services, document production, communication in a business environment, employer organisations, and working relationships with colleagues. It typically takes around 161 hours to complete. You'll need to be 19 or over and hold at least a Level 1 English or Literacy qualification (or equivalent) to enrol.

Who this course is for

This Level 2 Principles of Business Administration Certificate is beneficial for anyone with an interest in developing their understanding of business administration and the skills attached. You will learn the underpinning knowledge that is required to work in a range of different environments in a business administration role. It will aid you in understanding and being able to apply key themes such as: Administrative services, Document production and information management, Understanding employer organisations, Communication in the business environment, Developing working relationships, This qualification can be used to update and continue your professional development (CPD) and to develop knowledge/skills relevant to the occupational specialisation. It is suitable for anyone who works, or is hoping to gain employment, in this field.

Entry requirements

You will need to be aged be 19+ as at 31st August prior to the start of the current academic year. You will also need to have at least a Level 1 qualification in English/Literacy or equivalent. To assist in completion of this qualification, it may help to be working in, or have access to, the chosen sector. If you already have a higher-level qualification in this specialism, it may impact on your eligibility.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how to provide administrative services in a business setting.
  • You'll learn how to produce business documents and manage information.
  • You'll explore how employer organisations are structured and how they operate.
  • You'll develop your knowledge of communication in a business environment.
  • You'll understand how to build effective working relationships with colleagues.
  • You'll learn the principles behind common business administrative tasks.
  • You'll understand how to prepare and present text professionally.

How you will learn

This is a distance learning course. You study online and submit written answers for assessment. Each unit is assessed through written responses that demonstrate your knowledge and understanding. There are no exams. You work through the units at your own pace and submit your work to be marked.

What you will need to bring

Boston College Skirbeck Road will confirm anything you need before you start. As assessment is written, you'll need reliable access to a device and the internet. It may also help to be working in, or have access to, a business administration environment while you study.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business Administrator: general office and admin support roles
  • Administrative Assistant: day-to-day admin tasks in any sector
  • Office Coordinator: organising schedules, documents, and communications
  • Receptionist: front-of-house admin in offices, clinics, or schools
  • Data Entry Clerk: managing records and information systems
  • Team Administrator: supporting a specific team or department
  • Personal Assistant: providing admin support to a manager or director

What you could study next

A Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration is the natural next step, covering more complex responsibilities and management-level admin skills. If you're interested in a broader management route, a Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Management could open doors to supervisory roles. For those working in a specific sector, a Level 3 qualification in that area (such as healthcare administration or legal services) can combine business admin knowledge with specialist skills.

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