With today’s economy moving fast, businesses are juggling brand-new markets, tighter profit margins, and higher day-to-day costs. That’s exactly why strong business administration matters more than ever.
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Learning Curve Group
Principles of Business Administration
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Business & Management
Online
Skills covered in this course
basic administration concepts
day-to-day admin practices
national occupational standards
workplace support skills
NCFE CACHE accredited
Course Overview
In the UK alone, there are more than 5.5 million private sector businesses, so having solid administration skills can make a real difference when the competition is tough.
Whether you’re refreshing what you already know or learning from scratch, this course will help you build the skills to support your workplace in a confident, professional way.
Course Overview In the UK, there are over 5.5 million private sector businesses, so it’s important to have the administration know-how you need to keep up and succeed. If you’re topping up existing skills or starting something new, this course will cover what you need to confidently support the business you work for. View Course PDF Speak To Our Team
Is This Course Free?
This programme is supported through the government’s Adult Skills Fund, so you might be able to study without paying. Funding rules depend on your situation, and you can check the requirements below. If you don’t qualify for funding, you can still join by using the 'Buy Now' button above.
Fully Accredited Course
The course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, an educational charity that has been supporting learners for more than 170 years. NCFE is recognised by the UK Department for Education and is regulated by Ofqual, so you can study with confidence.
Progression Opportunities
Completing this course can help if you’re aiming for roles like: School Business Manager (£25,000 to £55,000) Business Project Manager (£22,000 to £70,000) Sales Administrator (£17,000 to £28,000)
How Long is the Course?
You’ll complete the course in seven weeks. We call our online courses “flexible learning” because they’re designed to fit around your job and your home life. Once you’re enrolled, you’ll see all your deadlines inside your online learning platform, which helps you stay on track.
The course is split into three units:
- Build your understanding of basic administration concepts and day-to-day practices
- Go over key knowledge you’ll use for both everyday tasks and more involved administration work
- Learn the business and administration national occupational standards
After the course, you may find it helpful for careers like personal assistant, receptionist, or school business management.
What will I learn?
The course is split into three units:
- Build your understanding of basic administration concepts and day-to-day practices
- Go over key knowledge you’ll use for both everyday tasks and more involved administration work
- Learn the business and administration national occupational standards
After the course, you may find it helpful for careers like personal assistant, receptionist, or school business management.
Eligibility Criteria
This course is funded by the government. To be eligible to study for free, you need to meet the requirements below:
- You must currently live in England
- You must be over the age of 19
- You must not be enrolled on an apprenticeship
Depending on where you live, additional conditions might apply. If you enrol and then don’t finish or withdraw from the course, there is a £125 cancellation charge. This is used to cover administration costs.
Not eligible?
You can still purchase the course and get started today. You’ll also have flexible payment options.
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Masterclasses
From time to time, you may be asked to join mandatory online masterclasses linked to your programme.
Enrolment Paperwork
You might need to complete and return enrolment documents that are emailed to you by the college or training provider, so your enrolment can be confirmed.
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We’re not big on unnecessary complexity here. These courses are built to fit around your work and your family routine, not the other way around.
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Certification Process
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Complete all the classes
Attend classes, ask questions, and finish your homework. We check your activity and support your learning journey every step of the way.
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Get the Summary Notes
Receive high-quality supporting documents, summary notes, and recommended readings. Ensure you have access to all tools and resources.
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Complete 100% Impact
Complete the final assessment to validate your learning. Earn your certificate and share your achievement with your professional network!
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