Level 3 Certificate in The Principles of Business and Administration (RQF)
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- Original price was: £579.00.£349.00Current price is: £349.00.
- 1 year
- Level 3, Level 3 Certificate
- Awarded by 'Focus Awards'
- 136Guided Learning Hours
- 170 Hours Total Qualification Time
- Qualification Number: 601/6112/7
- 17 Credits
- Self-study Online
- Ofqual Regulated Qualification
- 16UCAS Points
Course Overview
Step Up in Your Career with Business Knowledge
Get career-ready with the Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of Business and Administration and develop the fundamentals of business and administrative practices. Fully regulated by Ofqual and delivered online, this course provides a structured pathway for those starting out in their careers or looking to formalise their existing knowledge.
This qualification is suitable for individuals new to the industry or with prior experience. You will develop an understanding of administrative systems, business communication, and personal development. This course explores how business environments operate, how to manage information, resources, and your performance. This knowledge is vital if you’re seeking to move into supervisory or management positions, as it prepares you to handle responsibilities professionally.
The qualification is also ideal for those in customer service, clerical roles, or project coordination seeking to strengthen their operational skills. This lays a strong foundation to pursue a Level 4 diploma in business administration and, with the right experience, a foundation degree in business or management.
This certificate in business administration is assessed through written assignments, with no exams required, making it a flexible option for individuals balancing other commitments. You need to be 16 years old to enrol, and no previous experience is needed. This course provides UCAS points, which can help strengthen your application to a university programme.
We provide expert support and guidance from highly qualified tutors, ensuring you have the knowledge and confidence to excel in a professional office or business environment.
Complete the Certificate in Business Administration with South London College
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Expertly Crafted E-Learning Content
We provide expertly designed and development course materials.
Dedicated Personal Tutor
A personal tutor and key account manager are available to support you.
Flexible Learning
You can fit your studies around a flexible schedule.
12 Months Access
Our online learning portal can be accessed for up to 12 months.
Boost Your Skills and Employability
Enhance your employability in any sector with your business administration skills.
Friendly Customer Support
We offer a friendly customer support team to answer your questions.
Instructor-led Virtual Discussions
You can engage in instructor-led virtual group discussions (blended learning experience).
Interest-free instalment plan
Interest-free instalment payment plans are offered for your convenience.
What Will I Learn?
Understand the principles of business communication and administration.
Assess and improve your own performance and accept feedback from others. .
Identify key points of legislation affecting employees and employers.
Recognise ways of planning and prioritising your own work.
Flexible Study Options to Suit Your Schedule
Choose from our Standard or Fast-Track pathways, both designed to deliver the same high-quality education and nationally recognised qualifications. Our experienced tutors provide comprehensive support throughout your studies.
Features
Flexible payment plan available at checkout
Programme Schedule
Course Access & Support
1:1 Live Virtual Tutorials
With Q&A
Resubmission Fee
Course Extenstion
Final Results and Feedback
Turnitin & AI Software
Bonus CPD (Short) Courses
Standard Plan
6 Months
1 Year
NO
Fee is applied
Fee is applied
Within 14 days
NO, Dedicated User Account
NO
Fast-track Plan
3 Months
1 Year
2 Sessions per Month
FREE Resubmission
FREE 6-Month Extension
Witin 5 days
Yes, Dedicated User Account
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Key Features
High quality e-learning study materials.
Tutorials/materials from the industry leading experts.
24/7 Access to the Learning Portal.
Benefit of applying TOTUM Discount Card.
Recognised Accredited Qualification.
Excellent customer service and administrative support.
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Support
Once you enrol with us, we offer you full learner support. We want to see you succeed in your professional goals. We provide complete access to a personal tutor who is an expert in their field.
Your tutor will assess your work, give you the required feedback, and help you improve throughout your time at SLC.
Our professional support team is available to answer any of your questions. You can contact us at any time; we are only a click away.
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| Who is this Course For? | The business administration course is suitable for those working or aspiring to work in administrative roles.
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| Certification | Once you complete this course, you will be awarded the Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of Business and Administration by Focus Awards and regulated by Ofqual. |
| Career Progression | Learn the Principles of Business with the Right Tools
Once you complete Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of Business and Administration, it opens the door to exciting career opportunities in a business or office environment. With this qualification, you can pursue various roles such as Team Leader or Administrative Supervisor in any industry. This builds confidence in managing administrative tasks and prepares you for supervisory responsibilities. Here are some job prospects you can pursue along with the average salary scale (Source: UK Glassdoor).
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| Entry Requirements |
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| Method of Assessment | To earn the Level 3 Certificate, you must submit written assignments. Importantly, this course does not have an exam. This is how you will be evaluated during your course.
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| Academic Progression | Upon completing this Level 3 certificate, you can progress to the following.
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| Regulated by | OFQUAL
The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is a non-ministerial government department that regulates qualifications, exams, and assessments in England. Ofqual ensures that all qualifications offered by recognised awarding organisations meet national standards, so you can trust that any Ofqual-regulated certificate is high quality and widely recognised by employers and universities. RQF The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) is a system used in England, Northern Ireland, and Wales to categorise and regulate qualifications by level and size. The RQF has 9 levels, starting from beginner level to advanced level. The purpose of RQF is to make it easier for learners and employers to understand what each qualification level means. |
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South London College is a leading provider of online education in the United Kingdom. As a reliable and dedicated platform, we provide comprehensive course materials and expert tutors to help meet your future goals. We are committed to delivering outstanding learning experiences. Here’s the best opportunity to enrol for the Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of Business and Administration with us.
Awarding Organisation
Focus Awards
Focus Awards is based in the United Kingdom and is regulated by Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), CCEA Regulation in Northern Ireland, and Qualifications Wales. This is an established awarding organisation that specialises in developing and awarding a wide range of nationally recognised qualifications. Their mission is to deliver high-quality and accessible qualifications. Focus Awards was established in 2011 and works with approved training centres to ensure learners receive relevant and modern training and assessment.
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Unit 01
Principles of personal responsibilities and how to develop evaluate own performance at work
- Understand the employment rights and responsibilities of the employee and employer and their purpose
- Understand the purpose of health, safety and security procedures in a business environment
- Understand how to manage own work
- Understand how to evaluate and improve own performance in a business environment
- Understand the types of problems that may occur with own work and how to deal with them
- Understand the decision making process
Unit 02
Principles of working with and supervising others in a business environment
- Understand the purpose of working with others in a team
- Understand how to behave in a way that supports positive working with others
- Understand the purpose and methods of communicating effectively with others in a team
- Understand how to assess own work and the work of a team
Unit 03
Principles of managing information and producing documents in a business environment
- Understand how to design and monitor information systems
- Understand how to research information
- Understand how to organise, report and evaluate the relevance of information
- Understand how to store information
- Understand how to design and produce documents
- Understand how to maintain security and confidentiality in a business environment
Unit 04
Principles of providing and maintaining administrative services
- Understand how to order products and services
- Understand how to keep waste to a minimum in a business environment
- Understand the purpose of delivering effective customer service
- Know how to take minutes
- Understand how to organise meetings
- Understand how to organise events
- Understand how to manage diary systems
Unit 05
Principles of working in the Public Sector
- Know the features of the public sector
- Understand how the public sector is structured
- Understand the role of the public sector in providing services and how individual roles contribute to service provision
- Understand finances in the public sector
- Understand how public sector organisations work together and with other organisations
- Understand how performance is monitored and measured in the public sector and the purpose of doing so
Unit 06
Principles of working in the Public Sector
- Understand the characteristics of the public sector
- Understand how the public sector interacts with the UK political system and the purpose of accountability
- Understand the role of then public sector in providing services and how an individual’s role contributes to provision
- Understand finances in the public sector
- Understand how public sector organisations work together and with other organisations
- Understand how performance is monitored and measured in the public sector and the purpose of doing so
Unit 07
Principles of contributing to innovation and change
- Understand the purpose of innovation in a business environment
- Understand how to contribute to innovation
- Understand the reasons for and implications of change in a business environment
- Understand the process of change in a business environment
Unit 08
Principles of budgets in a business environment
- Understand the purpose of budgets in a business environment
- Understand how to develop budgets
- Understand how to manage budgets
Unit 09
Principles of supporting change in a business environment
- Understand why change happens in a business environment
- Understand the purpose of supporting change in a business environment
- Understand how to respond to change in a business environment
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FAQ's
This is a knowledge-based certificate that covers the principles of business and administration.
It is ideal for those seeking to enter a business or office environment.
South London College offers a high-quality, supportive learning environment with experienced tutors, industry-recognised qualifications, and flexible learning options suited to individual needs.
Yes, South London College provides excellent customer service, offering ongoing support to students throughout their educational journey.
Yes, you can pursue a Level 4 qualification in business administration or a foundation degree as stated in academic progression.
You do not need to be employed to take this course.
This qualification can lead to roles such as Administrative Officer, Administrative Supervisor, or Team Leader in any sector.
Yes, this course is available online, allowing you the flexibility to study at your own pace and convenience.
You will be assessed on written assignments. For more information on the assessment process, contact our support team.
Yes, this Level 3 business and administration qualification is widely recognised by employers and professional bodies alike.
No previous experience is required to enrol.
Yes, this certificate in business administration develops your business and management skills, making it a strong foundation to gain a promotion.
Yes, this business administration certificate online is regulated by Ofqual, the UK’s official qualifications regulator, meaning it meets national education standards.
Some of the topics covered include how to develop and evaluate your own performance, principles of supervising others, managing information in a business environment, maintaining administrative service, and more.
Yes, beginners are welcome to take this course.
Yes, South London College offers its learners an instalment plan. For further information, you can contact our support team.
Yes, this course is assessed on a pass/fail basis.
Visit the South London College official website and register for the Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of Business and Administration. You will receive your login information to access our learning portal.
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare learners to work in a business and administrative environment.
You can complete this course within 6 months.
Supportive tutor
I received the necessary assistance and support from the tutor which helped me complete this course on time.
Good for career progression
This gave me the knowledge I needed to move from a junior role to administrative supervisor.
Solid foundation
I found this course helpful, and it made me more confident in the workplace.