Business Administration Level 3
Key Details
- Available at:Pwllheli, Rhyl
- Study Mode:Full-time
- Course Length:
1-2 years (4 days per week, school-friendly hours)
Business Administration Level 3Full-Time (Further Education)
Please note: We recommend that you have access to a laptop or Chromebook to enable coursework to be completed digitally at home. There is a dedicated IT Digital Inclusion fund to support those learners who do not have a digital device and are unable to purchase one.
Course Description
Are you looking to start or develop your career in an office environment? Are you a school leaver or are you looking for the skills to change your career or return to work? Could you benefit from a range of useful skills that are suitable for a variety of office contexts?
If you already have office/work experience, or if you are progressing from Business Administration Level 2 (or equivalent), then this course will enhance your knowledge and skills.
During the course you will cover a large range of topics, giving you comprehensive skills and experience in all aspects of administrative work to a higher level. The topics cover the same areas as the Level 2 course, but at a more advanced level. You will be able to further develop your work skills and employability, as well as gaining a recognised Level 3 qualification.
Practical experience is provided on the course including work experience. Subjects include business administration skills, essential computing skills, text processing, experiencing working life and typing.
Entry Criteria
In order to qualify for this course, you will need at least one of the following:
- 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including English or Welsh 1st Language and Maths
- A relevant Level 2 qualification at Pass
- Relevant industry experience
As part of the application process, you will be asked to attend an interview to give you the opportunity to discuss the course.
Delivery
The programme will be delivered through a blend of the following:
- Group work
- Classroom based learning
- Tutorial support
- Educational visits
- MOODLE (virtual learning environment)
- Work Experience
- Practical Activities
Your programme will include a combination of:
- Essential Skills qualifications and/or
- GCSE resits and/or
- The Welsh Baccalaureate
Welsh Baccalaureate
Welsh Baccalaureate is a valuable qualification which is often studied alongside your Level 3 full-time course.
The qualification is graded A*-E, carrying the equivalent UCAS points at Level 3, and equips you with transferable personal and business skills. It is highly regarded by universities and employers alike.
As part of the qualification, you will learn about Global Citizenship, Enterprise and Employability and take part in community engagement and work experience.
Essential Skills
This may include a combination of Application of Number, Communication, Digital Literacy and Essential Employability Skills
GCSE resits
This may include GCSE Numeracy/Maths and/or Welsh/English Language.
Maths & Welsh/English
If you don't achieve a C or above in Maths and/ or English/Welsh, we will support you to retake these subjects as part of your study programme.
Assessment
The programme will be assessed through a blend of the following:
- Practical and written assessments/assignments
- Presentations and demonstrations
- Portfolio of work
- Performance and observation
Progression
You could proceed onto a number of higher education programmes at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, including:
- HNC/HND Business Studies
- Foundation Degree Management and Business
- Foundation Degree Accounting and Finance
- BA (Honours) Management and Business
- Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 in Business Admin
Other details
Course type: Full-Time (Further Education)
Level:
3
Programme Area:
- Business and Management
Bilingual:
This programme is available bilingually at the following campus(es):
- Pwllheli
Business and Management
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