Business Administration

Modern Apprenticeship

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What's Business Administration like?

Do you want to lead your own team one day? Are you determined to run your own company? If so, this modern apprenticeship gives you the skills to succeed in the business world. You’ll learn how to lead by example in an office setting and motivate people during project work. 

What's the qualification?

You’ll gain a Modern Apprenticeship in Business Administration. The qualification includes core units and a range of optional units.

Your qualification includes:

SCQF Level 5

  • Business Administration at SCQF Level 5

SCQF Level 5

  • Business Administration at SCQF Level 6

SCQF qualification levels explained

What will I learn?

During your apprenticeship. you’ll learn how to:   

  • motivate co-workers in a business setting

  • carry out best safety practices

  • improve own business acumen

  • develop lasting client relationships

This apprenticeship will help you develop core skills such as:   

  • numeracy

  • teamwork

  • time management

  • communication

  • problem-solving

These skills are transferable, so they can be used for different jobs such as senior receptionist or office supervisor.  

Where could it take me?

You could carry on your studies with a business degree or go into full-time work.   

Further study: You could continue to learn by studying for a business HNC or HND. Go to university and study for a degree in business relationships. Your experience will support your application.   

Straight to work: Use your qualifications and secure a business administration position. You could go on to the following jobs:

  • personal assistant

  • office supervisor

  • executive officer

  • administration team leader

  • administration manager

  • office clerk

  • senior secretary

Entry requirements

There are no set entry requirements for this modern apprenticeship.

How does it work?

You’ll learn in a real-world environment and earn a wage. You’ll also study with a college or another learning provider. 

How long will it take?

This apprenticeship will take between 12 and 24 months to complete.

How to apply

Use the 'Find vacancies near you' search at the end of this page to look for vacancies, then you can apply online.

You'll apply on Apprenticeships.scot or the company’s own website – there are details on the vacancy advert.

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