Business Skills
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Business Skills Course
About the Level 3 Business Skills Certificate
Business skills are not limited to use only in the business worlds, but they can be applied in many other situations. Some of the skills this course teaches like project management and planning, communication, presentations and public speaking, social skills and approaches to learning are essential life aids for anyone from students to mothers.
This distance-learning course is relaxed enough to allow you to complete the 8 modules with 1, or 2 hours of study each. But with modules such as “Databases Using Access” it is also challenging enough to ensure it offers the right skills that would enable your success in the business world.
Who should study this course?
If you have been out of employment for a while and need to refresh your digital skills and find the best recruitment strategies this is the right course for you. Or it may be that you are looking to set up a business, but do not feel confident in your business writing skills. In addition, the home study aspect of this online course makes it a suitable choice for anyone needing to fit study time around a busy life.
There is no need for previous qualifications to embark straight away on this course. Business writing skills, digital acumen and time management are equally important whether you are planning your wedding or setting up a business. Whatever your motivation you can complete this accredited course with no prior requirements.
What happens after the course?
Successful student will receive a Business Skills Diploma from Stonebridge Associated Colleges as well as a Certificate of Achievement from ABC Awards. Once you finish this course, you will find the skills you have acquired are highly prized in any workplace and the initiative of professional development is a trait that any employer appreciates..
You can apply your business skills to the career of your choosing
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- Writing Skills
- Communication Training
- Writing
- Planning
- Windows
- Recruitment
- Business Writing
- Access
- IT
- Skills and Training
Course programme
Syllabus
Unit 1 - Study Skills
Introduction
Objectives
Approaches to learning
Organising yourself for study
Reading skills
Getting to know your textbooks
Notetaking skills
Preparing assignments
Unit Summary
References
Unit 2 - Business Communication
Introduction
Communication: Some Theories and Models
Barriers to Communication
Formal and Informal Communication
Unit 3 - Effective Business Writing
Introduction
Introduction to Effective Business Writing
Writing Letters, Memos and Faxes
Writing Effective Reports
Unit 4 - Presentation and Social Interaction Skills
Introduction
Objectives
Oral Presentations
Business Meetings
Self Presentation for Job Selection
Organisational Culture and Recruitment
Unit 5 - An Introduction to Computers and Windows
Introduction
An Introduction to Windows
Controlling windows
Using Computer Disks
Launching Applications 2
Working with Files
Filing Structures
Computer Viruses
Changing Your Windows Settings
Unit 6 - Wordprocessing with Word
Introduction
What Can Your Wordprocessor Do?
Finding Your Way
Basic Styles
More Wordprocessing Techniques
Formatting Paragraphs
Other Features
Finishing Your Documents and Moving Forward
Unit 7 - Spreadsheets using Excel
Introduction
Introduction to Spreadsheets
Basic Excel Techniques
Using Formulae and Functions
Formatting: Changing the Appearance of the Worksheet
Basic Charting
Advanced Functions
Using a Worksheet for "Database" Activities
Worksheet Construction
Unit 8 - Databases Using Access
Introduction
Database Basics
Creating a Table and Using Forms
Reports
Relational Databases and Queries
Field Validation
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Study HoursThis is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.
The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 112 hrs.
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