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Business Administrator Apprenticeship

Business administrators have a highly transferable set of knowledge, skills and behaviours that can be applied in all sectors. This includes small and large businesses alike; from the public sector, private sector and charitable sector. The role may involve working independently or as part of a team and will involve developing, implementing, maintaining and improving administrative services. Business administrators develop key skills and behaviours to support their own progression towards management responsibilities.

Leadership and Management for England HNC Level 4

Take the first step toward a successful management career with our HNC Level 4 in Leadership and Management. Designed to build a strong foundation in business, this Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) introduces key functions such as human resources, marketing, operations and finance.

Through a blend of research, guided study, and real-world simulations, you’ll develop essential leadership skills, workplace competence, and the professional behaviours employers demand. Topics include the management of human resources, marketing processes and planning and core accounting principles equipping you with both subject-specific and transferable skills.

Whether you're aiming to become a Marketing Manager, Operations Manage or HR Consultant, this course prepares you for roles that require decision-making, responsibility, and initiative.

By the end of the course, you'll have a well-rounded understanding of leadership and management, ready for direct entry into employment or progression to the Level 5 HND.

Leadership and Management for England HND Level 5

Take your leadership skills to the next level with the HND Level 5 in Leadership and Management, a two-year higher technical qualification equivalent to the second year of university. Building on the foundations laid in the HNC, this course dives deeper into strategic and operational aspects of business management.

Explore specialist topics such as Business Strategy, Managing and Leading Change and Developing Teams and Individuals, all designed to prepare you for dynamic leadership roles. You’ll develop the knowledge, behaviours and decision-making skills ensuring your learning directly connects with what employers are looking for.

This qualification is ideal for those aiming for influential roles such as Operations Manager, Regional Manager, Divisional Manager, Department Manager, or Specialist Manager or looking to ‘top up’ their HND to a degree. Through applied learning and practical development, you'll gain the tools and confidence to take on increased responsibility and drive business success.

Level 1 Diploma in Business and Retail

This course will give students the potential opportunity to progress to the level 2 qualification in business, or to develop skills that will be valuable in a variety of full-time employment opportunities.

Level 2 Diploma in Business

This course will give students the potential opportunity to progress to the level 3 qualification in business, or to develop skills that will be valuable in a variety of full-time employment opportunities. It is a one-year programme that can help build up some essential skills and knowledge of the subject of business before stepping up to the next level.

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business

This course offers the potential opportunity to progress to employment in a wide range of job roles across the business sector and digital industries – for example in roles such as business administrator, finance assistant, HR assistant and marketing assistant and a lot more.

Marketing Management for England - HNC Level 4

The HNC in Marketing Management is a career-focused Higher Technical Qualification designed to develop the skills, knowledge, and understanding needed to thrive in today’s dynamic marketing environment.

This course equips you with the tools to plan and deliver high-performing marketing campaigns across digital, offline, and social media platforms. You’ll gain insight into how modern marketing operations function, and explore the key challenges and opportunities in today’s competitive landscape.

Through a blend of practical learning and strategic thinking, you'll study core topics such as Product, Content and Multi-channels, Marketing Strategy and Planning, and Managing Marketing and Digital Communications. This knowledge will empower you to create, manage, and optimise effective marketing channels that deliver real business impact.

Upon successful completion, you’ll be well-prepared to launch or advance your career in roles such as a Marketing Executive, Marketing & Communications Officer or Digital Marketing Executive

Whether you're starting out or upskilling, this HNC provides the foundation for success in the fast-moving world of marketing.

T Level Business (Management and Administration)

The new Business T Level will help students develop the core skills, knowledge and experience needed for a range of roles within the business sector. The course has been designed in collaboration with employers and businesses so the content meets the needs of industry and prepares learners for work.

Students will be required to undertake work placements as part of the course, and complete practical assignments set by employers.