Business Administration
Modern Apprenticeship
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.
This apprenticeship is a great opportunity for you to improve your business awareness. If you’re a clerical assistant, the apprenticeship helps you develop your leadership skills. It could help you progress into a promoted role and take charge of the direction of a company. Administrators will learn how to run an office and take on more responsibility. You could also help others grow their own business knowledge in the future.
The skills you’ll gain from a business administration apprenticeship are useful in many other industries and it gives you the chance to find a role you’re passionate about.
You’ll gain a Modern Apprenticeship in Business Administration. The qualification includes core units and a range of optional units.
> SCQF qualification levels explained
Your qualification includes:
Business Administration at SCQF Level 5
Business Administration at SCQF Level 6
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.
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.