Free Level 2 Business Admin Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. There are no official entry requirements, so you can start without any previous qualifications in the subject. Over the course of a year, you'll build the knowledge and skills needed to work in office and business support roles across a wide range of sectors. A free business admin course for adults who need flexibility is hard to find; this one is fully supported online.
Who this course is for
If you like the idea of an office-based career and want to work in a business support role then this course is for you. You might also find it useful if you already work in business administration and you're looking to move on to in your career. The course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you'll need to work in any modern office across a range of sectors.
Entry requirements
No official entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll understand how modern offices and business support functions operate.
You'll learn how to manage information and communicate effectively in a business setting.
You'll develop knowledge of business document production and record-keeping.
You'll explore how to support business events, meetings, and diary management.
You'll understand principles of customer service within a business environment.
You'll learn about health, safety, and security in the workplace.
How you will learn
You'll study online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed online. UCN Newbury College provides tutor support throughout, so you're not studying alone. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm this is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. UCN Newbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business Administrator: general office and admin support across any sector.
Office Administrator: day-to-day running of office operations.
Administrative Assistant: supporting teams with documents, scheduling, and correspondence.
Receptionist: front-of-house admin in offices, clinics, or public services.
Data Entry Clerk: maintaining accurate records and databases.
Team Secretary: providing dedicated 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 Certificate or Diploma in Management: a natural step if you want to move into team leadership.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: if your business admin work takes you toward finance and bookkeeping.
Level 3 qualification in Customer Service: if you want to specialise in client-facing business support roles.
