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 core principles of business administration, from communication and record-keeping to organisational processes. You'll have a personal tutor supporting you throughout, with written feedback on your assessments and remote tutorial sessions. A good level of written English and maths is required to start. Completing the course earns you the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration (VRQ) with certificate.
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 effectively in a business environment.
You'll develop skills in managing business documents and records.
You'll understand how to handle information and data responsibly.
You'll learn about planning and managing your own workload.
You'll explore how to support colleagues and contribute to a team.
How you will learn
All learning and assessment materials are provided online. You'll work through them at your own pace over 12 weeks. A personal tutor is assigned at the start of the course and provides written feedback on submitted assessments, along with support through remote tutorials. Assessment is based on the work you submit online throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
All learning and assessment materials are provided online. NCG Newcastle College Southwark College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator: general office and admin support roles
Office administrator: day-to-day running of an office
Administrative assistant: supporting teams across most sectors
Receptionist: front-of-house admin in offices, clinics, and schools
Data entry clerk: processing and maintaining business records
Team secretary: diary management and correspondence for a team
Customer service administrator: handling queries and admin together
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Business Administration: the next step if you want to move into a senior admin or PA role.
Level 3 AAT Accounting Qualification: worth considering if you're drawn to the finance side of business.
Level 3 CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice: a route into HR and people management roles.
