First Steps in Business Administration (Level 1)
Course code: 9POP100
Course Leader: Marilyn Naden
Course Description
You will learn the skills you need to qualify you as an Administrator or Secretary. You will learn keyboarding, WP and other IT skills. In addition you will learn, through practice, the correct way to write business correspondence and how the modern office is run.
At the end of the course you will take level 1 examinations in Business Administration plus Functional Skills in Maths, English and Information & Communication Technology.
What background and qualifications do you need to join?
All applicants will be interviewed for the course and will complete literacy and numeracy screening.
You must demonstrate that uou have the following levels of English and Maths - this will be determined at interview:
* GCSE English and Maths minimum grades D-G
* Or ESOL/ Basic Skills literacy and numeracy qualifications at level 1
* Or literacy and numeracy screening at level 1.
What does the course lead to?
Some learners progress to work when they have completed this course.
Learners progressing to work who wish to continue their learning may be able to do so through Apprenticeships or Train to Gain.
Some learners progress to the Level 2 Diploma in Administration.
Where will I study?
Wornington or Hortensia.
What are the facilities and equipment like?
Classrooms have up to date facilities. IT classrooms have specialist software relevant to your course.
How much should I study outside class?
You will be expected to complete assignments and homework in your own time and may need to practice the new skills you are learning. You may use our library in your own time which has computers, books, magazines/journals and other materils.
How is the course assessed?
A combination of assignments, portfolio and tests.
Are any course materials online?
Your Lecturer will show you how to access online materials relevant to your course. The materials are intended to supplement your course with further information and opportunities to practice. They are not intended to replace attendance in class.
What books and equipment do I need?
None
What else do I need to buy? / What extra costs are there?
You will need to provide stationery such as a folder, writing paper.
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Entry Requirements
All students are admitted to the College on the basis that they:
- Agree to comply with the KCC student code of conduct
- Provide original documentation that confirms entry qualifications.
- Meet the course entry requirements
- Provide information so that a school or college reference can be obtained if you are between 16-19 years old
How to enrol or apply
For more details, please check http://www.kcc.ac.uk/info/enrol.php, call us on 020 7573 5333, or enrol in person.
Supporting our learners
Being a student at KCC, means you can expect a caring friendly inclusive learning environment. We will support you throughout your studies with us.
Our students benefit from:
- Tutorial Support
- Information advice and Guidance
- Counselling and personal support
- Access to learner support services
- Study centres at Wornington and Hortensia providing collections of books, journals, DVDs and access to PCs and on line learning materials
Financial Help
Financial support may be available to you. Please contact an Information Advice and Guidance (IAG) advisor on 020 7573 5325 who will be able to give you information about charitable trusts, Career development loans, Education Maintenance Allowance (16-19 year olds) and Learner Support fund (helps eligible students with child care costs, travel and material costs) and other schemes that may be able to help you regarding financial matters.
Additional Learning Support for students with disabilities or learning difficulties
KCC is committed to improving access to learning for all our students. Please tell us if you have any access requirements at any stage of the application process. The additional learning support team can provide help and information regarding your individual needs. For example, the team can provide information on hearing loop facilities, communication support (e.g. BSL), dyslexia support, physical access, equipment/software (e.g. JAWS). If you would like to discuss learning support contact Reg Cobb at r.cobb@kcc.ac.uk or a member of the team on 020 7573 5308. Further information about our services are available at www.kcc.ac.uk/inclusion/.
Contact Details
Course Information: 020 7573 5333
Switchboard: 020 7573 3600
Full contact details: www.kcc.ac.uk/contact
Disclaimer
Information on this course fact sheet was correct at time of publication, however course offers and details may be subject to change.
08 September 2010
