Business Administrator Apprenticeship (Online and On Campus) - C&G Level 3
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This Business Administrator Apprenticeship is suitable for anyone who is involved in an administration focused role in any industry. It aims to develop a highly transferable set of skills, knowledge and understanding across a range of administrative practices and tasks, which can be applied to all industries. As part of the apprenticeship, learners will have the option to study the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma for the Business Administrator.
This flexible apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with colleges and training providers across the UK and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons in the classroom, referred to as Online and On Campus.
Using Mindful Education’s blended learning approach, the typical duration of this apprenticeship is 15 months, which includes 12 weeks for the End Point Assessment.
What will I learn?
Apprentices will develop a firm grounding within organisational operations, functional processes, and the wider working environment. You will also gain skills including record and document production, decision making, planning, organisation, and project management, advancing your administration potential and preparing you for progression.
Study method
This apprenticeship is delivered through our flexible Online and On Campus blended learning model.
Online lessons can be accessed at any time, using a mobile, tablet or desktop – meaning apprentices can fit their study around work commitments, minimising disruption in the workplace. Each lesson lasts around 45 minutes and is accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Exercises, interactive case studies and analytical tools help to enhance the learning experience further. Learners will be expected to spend 3-4 hours a week working on VLE-related activities.
On campus, apprentices benefit from regular classes with an experienced college tutor, either in-person or virtually. A combination of tutor-led work, group exercises and discussion encourages apprentices to apply theory to real-life workplace situations. This modern, flexible approach to apprenticeship training empowers learners, minimises disruption to employers, and delivers tangible results in the workplace.
Units of study
Apprentices will be required to successfully complete the following units:
- Principles of business administration
- Personal and professional development
- Managing performance
- Your organisation
- Communication in a business environment
- Project management
- ICT for business
- Providing services in an administrative environment (optional unit)
How will I be assessed?
The end-point assessment for the Business Administrator includes a knowledge test, a project presentation, and a portfolio interview. Apprentices must pass the end-point assessment to achieve the apprenticeship certificate.
Assessment for the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma for the Business Administrator is through a combination of online tests and a portfolio of learning.
Entry requirements
Apprentices will need to be employed in an appropriate role.
Progression
On completion of this qualification learners may progress to higher level business administration qualifications or on to ILM or CMI leadership and management qualifications.
80% of Mindful Education Online and On Campus learners complete their qualification with a merit or distinction.
Career opportunities
This qualification aims to develop a highly transferable set of knowledge, understanding and skills across a range of administrative practices and tasks, which can be applied to all industries.
Additional information
This course is free to apprentices, as the cost is paid by your employer. Large companies can fund the course using their apprenticeship levy. SMEs can access government funding to subsidise the cost by 95%.
How to apply
If you are considering an apprenticeship, applications can be made via our partner colleges and training providers.
Search for your nearest provider hereIf you are an employer or a training provider, please contact our Employer Engagement team at: apprenticeships@mindful-education.co.uk
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