• Access Duration: 365 Days
• Awarded by: NCFE 
• Qualification Level: Level 2
• Qualification Number: 601/2624/3
• Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 360
• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 480
• Total Credit Value: 48

• Develop the key skills needed to succeed in a business setting.
• Apply practical skills to identify and solve workplace challenges.
• Gain an understanding of business practices, culture, and professional responsibilities.
• Communicate confidently and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Monitor, evaluate, and enhance personal performance in a professional environment.

Are you ready to build the essential skills to succeed in the modern workplace? The NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business equips you with practical business knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and professional skills that help you thrive in any business environment. 

This qualification is ideal for those looking to start or strengthen their career in business and roles such as: 

• Business Administrators 
• Customer Service Assistants 
• Project Support Coordinators 
• Office or Team Support Staff 
• Junior Team Leaders 
• Sales and Marketing Assistants 
• Office or Business Operations Trainees 

• Minimum entry age is 16 and above.
• No formal entry requirements are set by the awarding body.

To achieve the NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business, you must demonstrate your knowledge, understanding and practical competence through real-world activities and work-related tasks. There are no written exams for this qualification.

Where permitted by the qualification’s assessment strategy, some activities and assessments may take place within a Realistic Work Environment (RWE). This setting replicates the key characteristics of an actual business workplace, ensuring that the skills and competencies you develop are directly transferable and sustainable in real employment contexts.

Internal Assessment and Quality Assurance

All assessments are conducted internally by South London College’s qualified assessors.

Assessor Guidance and Support

You’ll receive dedicated support from our experienced assessors, who will guide you through every stage of the assessment process. They’re available via email, WhatsApp, online discussions, and web chat, ensuring you have access to expert advice whenever you need it.

For more information about the assessment process or specific qualification requirements, please click the ‘Enquire Now’ button below to connect with our team.

The NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business provides the knowledge, understanding, and practical skills needed to thrive in a professional business environment. This qualification develops essential competencies, including communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, as well as project coordination and customer service, preparing you for further study in business.

Next Steps for a Possible Academic Progression Pathway:

• Step 1: Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business
• Step 2: Level 4 Diploma in Business Management
• Step 3: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

 Alternative directions: 

• Level 3 Diploma in Customer Service 
• Level 3 Certificate in Team Leading 

Ready to build a strong foundation for your career in business? The NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business equips you with the essential knowledge, understanding, and practical skills needed to succeed in today’s fast-paced business environment. You’ll develop key workplace competencies such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and project support, skills that employers value across every sector.

Here are some careers you can pursue as you gain experience and qualifications, along with their average salaries (Source: UK Glassdoor).

• Sales or Marketing Assistant – £26,000
• Junior Project Coordinator – £25,000
• Office Support Executive – £24,000
• Business Administrator – £23,000
• Customer Service Assistant – £22,000

You can always progress to higher-level Functional Skills or vocational qualifications, paving the way to more senior roles and increased earning potential over time

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