This course provides an opportunity to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to understand and contribute to the world of work. Students will learn skills which are transferable from the classroom to the workplace.
The course is broken into the following elements:
Unit 1a |
Introduction to Business Organisations: Organisation of Departments |
| Unit 1b | Key Functions of Departments |
| Unit 2a | Office Layout |
| Unit 2b | Safe Working Practices and Procedures |
| Unit 2c | Reception Services |
| Unit 2d | Mail Handling |
| Unit 3a | Purpose of Filing |
| Unit 3b | Methods of Filing |
| Unit 3c | Security of Information |
| Unit 4 | Reprographics |
| Unit 5 | Sources of Information |
| Unit 6 | Preparation and Presentation of Information |
| Unit 7a | Travel Arrangements |
| Unit 7b | Travel: Paying for Travel |
There are 3 assessable elements in Administration
Knowledge and Understanding
Problem Solving
Practical Abilities
Progression
A pass at Foundation Level leads to Intermediate 1 Administration
A pass at General Level leads to Intermediate 2 Administration
A pass at Credit Level leads to Higher Administration