Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business and Administration for Adults
Course Code: Q239883
Key Information
Course type:
Distance learning
Campus:
Highbury Campus
Next Start Date:
Flexible
Duration:
Flexible
Attendance:
Part-time
Fees:
Free

The course will develop your essential knowledge of how to carry out administrative tasks. For example, how to manage information, supporting events and how to apply your knowledge to a variety of industries and job roles. To be awarded the Level 2 Certificate, you are required to successfully complete five mandatory units and two optional units.
Units include:
- Principles of providing administrative services
- Principles of business document production and information management
- Understand communication in a business environment
- Understand employer organisations
- Understand how to develop working relationships with colleagues.
No formal qualifications or previous experience is necessary to enrol on to this course.
This course can be started at any point during the year, allowing you to learn in your own time, in your own space, and at a pace that suits you.
You will receive a set of high-quality course materials that will be yours to keep and use as a reference.
After successfully completing this course, you will receive a nationally recognised qualification and your VRQ will further your personal and professional development and looks great on your CV.
Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business and Administration for Adults available start dates:
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