Business Administration Higher Apprenticeship Level 4

Throughout Business Administration Level 4, you will work to improve, expand and enhance your abilities to allow you to excel in an administrative role. Learning in an office/classroom based environment you will gain the real-world experience needed to build a successful career. Your on-the-job training will equip you with a number of skills that you will hone through practical application in office surroundings. As part of the team, you will assist with and take control of a range of tasks, including:

• Managing events, information systems, budgets and professional development


• Design business processes and optimise the use of technology in the workplace


• Develop and maintain working relationships with stakeholders and other professionals


• Collaborate with various departments, and chair and lead meetings


• Gaining an understanding of marketing, IT systems and finance

Who is the course for?

This course is aimed at those who are already working in a business administration environment and have responsibility for the work of others and resources. Looking to gain further mastery of your business administration skills then this apprenticeship is for you. Throughout Business Administration Level 4, you will work to improve, expand and enhance your abilities to allow you to excel in an administrative role.

What will I learn?

The apprenticeship is made up of mandatory units which cover the essential skills required for working within a business environment. There are then a variety of optional units to choose from which focus on the specific tasks you carry out within your role which could include:

• Making decisions


• Negotiating


• Managing operational plans


• Solving problems


• Managing meetings/events


• Using IT


• Managing information and data


• Managing business resources


• Leadership and management

What award will I achieve?
Higher Level Apprenticeship in Business and Administration, which includes:

• NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Business and Administration


• Technical Certificate – Level 4 Diploma in Business and Administration

What next?

Possible progression to a Level 5 or Management qualification.

How will I be assessed?

Through projects, assignments and provide evidence through workplace activities.

What are the Entry Requirements

Candidates will be working in middle to senior administration role and have gained a Diploma or NVQ level 3 in Business Administration. It is necessary to attend an interview with the Work Based Learning team and Business administration assessor/course tutor, complete basic skills assessments in literacy and numeracy. You will be expected to have at least basic numeracy and literacy functional skills level 2 if you do not have a GCSE’s in English and Maths.

Attendance

College attendance is required; however one hour weekly online learning for the technical knowledge will also be required. This will be in conjunction with assessment in the workplace. Attendance and progress is closely monitored by the assessor towards the qualifications and your employer will be informed of any non-activity.

Requirements in the workplace

Students are required to be employed in a suitable work placement providing administrative tasks in a supervisory or senior role. Skilled and knowledgeable staff in placement to support the apprentice.

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL

Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.

Applying for an Apprenticeship

Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses & Apprenticeships (PDF)

Considering an apprenticeship?
Many young people look to an apprenticeship to gain valuable skills directly in the workplace.
You can apply for both an apprenticeship, and a full-time course as your back up,
but note that you will need to do some research to find an employer willing to take you on as an apprentice
if you do not already have one.

If you are applying for an apprenticeship please use the application form above,
ensuring you complete section 4 of the form. In order to start your apprenticeship you must have an employer
ready to complete your apprenticeship with.

Please contact our Apprenticeship Hub team on 01206 712412 or
apprenticeships@colchester.ac.uk
or visit our Apprenticeships Section
for details and support when finding an employer. If you already have an employer please include
their contact details in section 4 of the application form. If you require any more information about
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