Perfect for beginners looking to start a career in business administration
Develop your skills and progress your career with our Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship. This programme is ideal for those new to business administration or with some experience looking to grow within any industry or sector.
You’ll gain practical workplace experience alongside expert-led training, preparing you for a wide range of administrative roles.
✅ The Details
Qualification: Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship
Duration: 15 months plus 3 months End Point Assessment (EPA)
Delivery: Bespoke classroom workshops and monthly workplace visits tailored to your business environment
Workplace support: Your designated Assessor will guide your development and help you build your on-programme portfolio
Assessment: End Point Assessment (EPA) to review your knowledge, skills and behaviours
Functional Skills: Maths and English Level 2 or relevant GCSE qualifications
Training includes: E-learning, portfolio development, and personalised support
✅ Who is it for?
• Individuals new to business administration
• Employees looking to upskill and develop career progression opportunities
• Those aiming for roles in project, office, or team administration
• Employers wanting to develop capable administrative staff
✅ What you’ll learn
This apprenticeship combines theoretical learning with practical application in the workplace. Core units include:
• Understanding Business and Organisations
• Introduction to Project Management
• Business Governance
• Business Operations
• Business Project based on a current business challenge
• Understanding the Organisation and its Operating Environment
• Value of Skills and Stakeholders
• Relevant Regulation and Policies
• Business Fundamentals and Processes
• External Environment Factors
• Personal Qualities and Managing Performance
You will apply these skills directly in your workplace, building confidence and competence as a business administrator.
✅ Entry Requirements
• No formal qualifications are required to start (some prior experience in administration is advantageous)
• GCSE or Functional Skills Level 2 in maths and English required before EPA
• Focus Training offers free personalised Functional Skills support alongside the Apprenticeship if needed
✅ Common Job Roles Include:
• Secretary / Personal Assistant
• Data Administrator
• HR Assistant
• Team Administrator
• Office Administrator
• Project Administrator
• Finance Administrator
✅ Progression Opportunities
Once you complete your Level 3 Apprenticeship, you can continue your development with:
• Senior Business Administrator roles
• Project Coordinator or Team Lead positions
• Business-related Level 4 qualifications or management programmes
This apprenticeship provides a clear pathway for career growth within administration and business operations.
✅ Costs
• This is a government-funded initiative: Apprentices are not required to pay for their training
• Employers with a wage bill under £3 million contribute 5% of the training cost
• The funding band for this Apprenticeship is £5,000 (employer contribution £250 + VAT where applicable)
• Employers recruiting a 16–21 year old Apprentice are exempt from the employer contribution
• Employers receive a £1,000 government incentive for Apprentices aged 16–18
Visit this page to find out more about employer costs and responsibilities.
✅ Ready to Apply?
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