Free Level 2 Business Admin Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, which makes it practical if you have work, family, or other commitments. Over 10 weeks, you'll cover planning and organisation, communication, record keeping, using business software, and how administrative roles support organisations. This free business admin course for adults is fully funded for eligible learners aged 19 and over. It builds a solid foundation for roles in office and business support environments.
Who this course is for
Our Principles of Business Administration free online course will support you to have a better understanding to provide high-quality support to the business you work for. Whether its building on existing knowledge or building on new knowledge, it will give you an understanding of working in an administration job role. It gives you an understanding of daily and more complex administration tasks, managing information, developing communication, and working relationships with colleagues.
Entry requirements
Aged 19+ as of 31st August 2024. Lived in the EU for 3 years. Available fully funded. Do not hold the same qualification.
What you will learn
You'll understand how administrative functions support different types of organisations.
You'll learn how to manage information and maintain accurate records.
You'll develop communication skills for working with colleagues, teams, and senior staff.
You'll explore how to plan and organise administrative tasks, including supporting events.
You'll use business software and digital tools relevant to admin roles.
You'll recognise how different departments and roles connect within an organisation.
You'll build professional workplace skills, including problem solving and independent working.
How you will learn
The course is delivered entirely online. You'll complete written assignments and knowledge-based assessments that cover the units in the qualification. Work is submitted online and assessed against the qualification's requirements. You can study at times that suit you across the 10-week course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CT Skills will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business Administrator: general admin support across most sectors.
Office Administrator: day-to-day office tasks and coordination.
Administrative Assistant: supporting teams with records, scheduling, and communications.
Receptionist: front-of-house admin and customer-facing duties.
Data Entry Clerk: managing and inputting business information accurately.
Business Support Officer: wider operational and administrative support roles.
What you could study next
Level 3 Business Administration Qualification: deepens your knowledge and is suited to supervisory or more senior admin roles.
Level 2 or 3 Customer Service Qualification: complements admin skills if your role involves client or customer contact.
Level 3 Team Leading or Management Qualification: a natural step if you want to move into a supervisory position within an office or business environment.
