Business Administrator Apprenticeship (Online and On Campus) - C&G Level 3

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.

This apprenticeship standard is at Level 3. The structure allows learners to achieve the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma for the Business Administrator as their on-programme learning.

Study method

This course 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 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. Apprentices will be expected to spend 3-4 hours a week working on VLE-related activities.

On campus, with our partner colleges and training providers, apprentices benefit from regular classes with an experienced 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 apprenticeship consists of a knowledge test, a portfolio-based interview, and a project presentation.

Assessment for the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma for the Business Administrator is through a combination of online tests and a portfolio of learning. Completion of the City & Guilds qualification is not mandatory for the apprenticeship.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this apprenticeship. Applicants must be employed in a business administration or relevant role. 

Our partner colleges and training providers may set their own entry criteria so please check their websites for this information.

Progression

On completion of this qualification learners may progress to higher level business administration qualifications or to ILM or CMI leadership and management qualifications.

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 apprenticeship 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.