Business Administration, Apprenticeship

A Business Administration apprenticeship provides a practical and hands-on learning experience for individuals interested in the field of business. This apprenticeship programme equips learners with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to excel in administrative roles.

Through a combination of on-the-job training and classroom-based learning, apprentices gain expertise in areas such as office management, communication, record-keeping, customer service, and project coordination.

This comprehensive apprenticeship opportunity offers a solid foundation for a successful career in business administration, providing learners with the practical skills and theoretical understanding needed to thrive in a professional office environment.

An apprenticeship is an excellent starting point for anyone interested in pursuing a career in business. It provides a unique opportunity to acquire industry-specific qualifications and valuable hands-on experience while earning a salary. You’ll have the chance to work closely with experienced industry professionals, meaning you’ll gain practical skills that make you highly employable and give you a head start in your career.

When you study with us you will automatically join our Business Career Excellence Hub, which is endorsed by leading employers who are actively involved throughout your whole training programme. Through guest lectures, company visits, work experience and recruitment events, you will have unrivalled access to potential employers – that means invaluable industry insight and numerous networking opportunities.

You’ll study in purpose-built classrooms, designed to enhance your learning experience, and you’ll benefit from a wide range of facilities including our new boardroom and business suite.

Your mentors will be experienced tutors and assessors who have worked in reputable firms and run their own businesses. They will guide you through your study programme and placement, and ensure you’re fully prepared for your next steps after college.

What Does This Course Invole

This Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship will enable you to learn practical skills on the job while earning a wage. You will spend most of the week with your employer learning about business administration as you work and come to college occasionally to learn the theoretical aspects of the role.

The programme covers a number of units, which could include managing your work and development, maintaining effective working relationships, researching and preparing information, and coordinating administrative services.

Assessment Method

The end-point assessment consists of three elements – knowledge test, portfolio interview and project presentation. All assessments need to be passed and each assessment method will directly assess the knowledge, skills, and behaviours of the apprenticeship standard.

Future Opportunties

Most Weston College apprentices are kept on by their employer at the end of their programme. The programme will also provide you with skills you will need for a variety of business roles such as office manager or personal assistant. You could also increase your skills by progressing to the BA (Hons) in Business Management and Sustainability at University Centre Weston or a higher apprenticeship.

Entry Requirements

You will need 2 GCSEs Maths and English, at grade 9-4, or a Level 2 business qualification. You will also need to be in relevant employment, but we can help you find this.
To be an apprentice, you will need to find a suitable employer.