BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Level 2 Traineeship

Level 2
Traineeship
Newry Campus
OCN NI (Subject to Approval)

Overview

The Business Administration Level 2 Traineeship is designed to provide individuals with a solid foundation in essential business skills and knowledge. This traineeship offers a valuable opportunity for aspiring students to develop a broad understanding of various business functions and gain practical insights into the corporate world.

Throughout the traineeship, participants will explore key aspects of business operations, including business documentation, marketing, finance, customer service, and business online. They will gain a comprehensive overview of the business environment and develop essential skills that are applicable across industries. Participants will enhance their problem-solving abilities, teamwork skills, and adaptability.

The programme combines theoretical learning with practical training to provide a well-rounded business education. Participants will attend classroom-based sessions where they will study fundamental business concepts, including organisational structures, marketing principles, financial forecasting, and effective communication. They will also engage in practical activities, case studies, and group projects to apply their learning to real-world business scenarios.

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age on or before 1st July 2024.
The College will review the qualifications and/or experience held by applicants and will consider whether this profile shows an ability to progress towards a level 2 qualification.
Applicants must hold a minimum of a full Level 1 qualification (4 GCSEs at grades D-F, including English and Mathematics at grades D-F or equivalent qualification profile from the Register of Regulated Qualifications). Applicants presenting with a Junior Cert qualification should have attained a majority of higher-level subjects. Applicants presenting with a Junior Cycle must have achieved 4 merits or above to facilitate entry to level 2 courses. Enhanced entry grades for maths and English apply in certain subject areas. These will be discussed with applicants following receipt of their application.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate at interview that they have a satisfactory level of fluency in English – both written and spoken. The College reserves the right to refer any applicant to appropriate English language or literacy classes until their level of fluency in written and spoken English is sufficient to allow participation in other areas of study.
During the Pre-Entry Advice Sessions which may take place either on campus, via telephone or video call (Microsoft Teams), applicants will be expected to demonstrate that they are committed and motivated to the programme.
The College may also use other evidence provided as part of the application process.

Core Units covered:

Semester 1

Written Business Communications
Understanding the role of an administrator
Remote working for Business
Presentation Software
Spreadsheet Software
Understanding Employment legislation, contracts and pay
Health and Safety in a working environment

Semester 2
Teamwork in Administration
Organising Business Meetings
Career Planning in Administration
Word Processing Software
IT User Fundamentals
Email Software
Improving productivity using IT

Traineeship Units

Digital Skills
Transversal Skills
ES Communication
ES Application of Number

Assessment of the traineeship is based on a combination of written assignments and observations of practical application. Participants will complete assignments that test their knowledge of business concepts, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking abilities.

The Business Administration Level 2 Diploma will provide students with the opportunity to progress to a level 3 programme in a related area such as the Business Advanced Technical Award Level 3, the Business Administration Level 3 Diploma Apprenticeship or the Travel & Tourism Level 3 Extended Diploma, all of which are offered at SRC.

Upon successful completion of the Business Administration at Level 2, participants will have acquired a strong foundation in business knowledge and skills, enabling them to pursue entry-level positions in various business sectors. Successful students may find employment in roles such as administrative assistants, customer service representatives, marketing assistants, HR assistants or sales/retail associates.