Free Level 2 Business Admin Course. Study online, at your own pace, in your own time. The course runs over 12 weeks and covers the principles behind effective business administration. You'll be allocated a personal tutor who supports you throughout and provides written feedback on your assessments. A good level of written English and maths is required to join. No formal qualifications are needed. This free business admin course is a practical way to build knowledge that employers look for in office and administrative roles.
Who this course is for
Adults
Entry requirements
No formal qualifications but a good level of written English and maths is required.
What you will learn
You'll understand how business organisations are structured and how they operate.
You'll learn how to communicate professionally in a business environment.
You'll develop knowledge of how to manage information and records effectively.
You'll understand how to support business events and meetings.
You'll learn about health, safety, and security responsibilities in the workplace.
You'll explore how to deliver good customer service in an administrative context.
How you will learn
You study entirely online using learning and assessment materials provided at the start of the course. A personal tutor is assigned to you and gives written feedback on each piece of work you submit. You also receive ongoing support through remote tutorials. All study is distance learning, so there are no classroom sessions to attend.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide all learning and assessment materials online. NCG Newcastle College Southwark College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator. Coordinating office operations and admin tasks.
Office administrator. Day-to-day admin support across most sectors.
Administrative assistant. Supporting teams with records, scheduling, and correspondence.
Receptionist. Front-of-house admin and customer-facing duties.
Data entry clerk. Maintaining accurate records and databases.
Team secretary. Providing admin support to a specific team or manager.
What you could study next
Level 3 Business Administration Qualification. Deepens your knowledge and is suited to supervisory or senior admin roles.
Level 3 Team Leader or Supervisor Apprenticeship. Combines on-the-job learning with a nationally recognised qualification.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. A strong next step if you want to move into finance or accounts administration.