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A qualification in business and administration is a solid foundation for a high-flying career.
Rich and diverse, the courses available at Derby College are your starting point for success in a wide range of disciplines from finance to marketing, HR to law, customer service to management.
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There can be few careers where a knowledge of business and administration would not be useful.
Business and administration is not just about major corporations: public sector organisations need to deliver value for
money and manage their finances effectively, charities rely on fundraising and marketing expertise, all organisations from schools to football clubs need HR skills to recruit and train staff.
Administration lies at the heart of every organisation and extends into every sector: in the UK almost five million people work in some form of administrative or office-based role.
Some 97 per cent of employers say that effective administration is essential to the smooth running and productivity of their business.
Without the efficiency, accuracy and initiative of top-notch administrators, many functions would simply struggle to perform.
Business and Administration careers
Opportunities for progression are plentiful: many top executives actually started out as administrators.
With a strong portfolio of business and administration qualifications you can quickly move through the ranks to lead teams and manage staff, boosting your earning power into the bargain.
Customer service skills can also be applied to a vast range of industries and thousands of job roles.
Whole new career pathways have emerged for people who can deal with customers in a positive, reliable and responsible way.
Business and Administration courses
A business or administration course at Derby College is an excellent start, no matter how you'd like to make your mark in the business world.
You could have aspirations to become a boardroom boss, a financial wizard, an entrepreneur or a marketing expert: the list of career possibilities is endless.
It makes strong sense to add nationally-recognised qualifications to your portfolio. Over half of the people working in this arena have a Level 2 qualification and those in more senior roles have at least a Level 3 qualification.
With entry points at Levels 1, 2 and 3, our flexible course options give you a clear pathway to keep advancing towards your goals.
You might want to consider our apprenticeships and advanced apprenticeships in subjects such as accounting, business administration, customer service, management, sales and team leading. Their emphasis on on-the-job training enables you to earn while you learn – and represents the best of both worlds.
Your route could also take you to university, where you can specialise in fields such as marketing, finance, advertising, HR, law, international business and management. It could even lead you to start up your own money-spinning venture.
You could also choose a Business Apprenticeship
Business and Administration at Derby College
At Derby College we are passionate about ensuring your learning experience is rich and stimulating - and there's a lot more to studying business and administration than you might first imagine.
The curriculum combines classroom-based work with practical demonstrations, presentations by guest speakers and visits to industry to see the world of work in action.
Our expert teaching team has wide experience in business as well as an excellent network of contacts. They will help you gain the knowledge and qualities to go far in any type of organisation.
