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Business Administration Courses – Level 3 Certificate and Diploma (Advanced)

Step into professional office management and leadership roles with ELATT’s free Business Administration Level 3 Certificate and Diploma — flexible study to boost your career.

Overview

Step into leadership with our free Business Administration Level 3 Certificate and Diploma.

These advanced qualifications are ideal for those with previous experience or qualifications in administration who want to move into supervisory, team leadership, or project coordination roles.

Our courses teach Microsoft Office and digital admin tools to prepare you for in-person and remote roles in modern workplaces. With expert tutors, real-world case studies, and project-based learning, you’ll build the strategic, digital, and professional skills needed to thrive in the modern business environment.

These short, flexible courses are ideal for learners across London who want to build practical business management skills while balancing work or other commitments. Upon completion, students receive a recognised qualification that enhances employability and opens doors to future opportunities.

If you don’t have prior experience, don’t worry!
We offer preparatory courses and support to help you build the foundational skills needed for Level 3.

Course Details

Levels 1 and 2

Beginner and Intermediate

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Level 3

Advanced

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24 - 26 Weeks

Duration

9 - 12 Hours

Hours per week

9.30am - 4.30pm

Daytime study

6.00pm - 9.00pm

Evening study

Online

Environment

What you'll learn

  • Develop supervisory and leadership-level business administration skills:
  • Business administration principles and organisational structures
  • Managing office systems, resources, and admin procedures
  • Professional communication: writing reports and delivering presentations
  • Leadership, teamwork, and conflict resolution
  • Planning and managing projects, including budgeting and resource allocation
  • Advanced customer service and dealing with challenging situations
  • Business document production, record-keeping, and compliance (GDPR, data protection)
  • Using advanced office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook and more)
  • Strategic decision-making, critical thinking, and policy development
  • Practical learning:
  • Case studies, simulations, and group tasks
  • Leadership role-plays and presentations
  • Hands-on IT and software training for business and project applications
  • Role-playing exercises in leadership, communication, and problem-solving
  • Presentation skills development with feedback and evaluation
  • Build skills for modern office and remote admin roles

Upon completion, students will be confident in leading teams, managing projects, and making business decisions effectively.

Entry Requirements

  • Learners should have a Level 2 qualification in business administration or relevant work experience Strong communication, IT, and organisational skills are recommended A willingness to develop leadership and strategic thinking abilities
24 - 26 Weeks

Duration

9 - 12 Hours

Hours per week

9.30am - 4.30pm

Daytime study

6.00pm - 9.00pm

Evening study

Online

Environment

What you'll learn

  • Go deeper with full project-based learning to prepare for management-level roles:
  • Advanced business admin principles and organisational efficiency
  • Leadership and management of teams and business functions
  • High-level business communication, including formal reports, presentations, and correspondence
  • Project management fundamentals, including planning, execution, and risk management
  • Business decision-making and negotiation skills
  • Customer relationship management (CRM) and business development
  • Governance and compliance: GDPR, health & safety, ethical business practices
  • Business software, databases, and resource management tools
  • Hands-on components:
  • Simulated business tasks (e.g. financial/resource allocation)
  • Work-based projects and real-world scenarios
  • Strategic case studies and leadership role plays
  • Digital tools for planning, reporting, and managing teams

The qualification is widely recognised by employers and can support career growth into management. Upon completion, students will be confident in leading teams, managing business operations, and making strategic decisions.

Entry Requirements

  • Learners should have a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in business administration or related fields. Alternatively, at least one year of administrative or office-based work experience is recommended.
  • Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills are beneficial.

Not sure which level is right for you?

Speak to an advisor to find your best starting point.

How You'll Learn

Our courses are interactive and career-focused, using:

Project-based learning and strategic case studies

Tutor-led sessions and peer collaboration

Real-world business scenarios and role play

IT-based training using advanced tools

Flexible learning support for adult professionals

Guest speakers, employer links, and potential placement opportunities

Prepare for today’s digital-first workplaces

Gain future-ready business and IT skills

Adults with previous admin experience looking to upskill

Working professionals seeking career advancement or promotion

Job seekers aiming to find better opportunities in the business sector

Career changers transitioning into office or management roles

School/college leavers with a Level 2 qualification in Business Admin

Gain a recognised qualification

valued by employers

Hands-on learning

with real projects and practical skills

Free, career-focused training

delivered by expert tutors

Holistic support

including wellbeing services, mentoring, and job guidance

Progression and Career Opportunities

After completing Level 3, you can:

  • Apply for higher-level administrative and management roles like Office Manager, Team Leader, Executive Assistant, HR Administrator, Customer Service Supervisor or Project Coordinator
  • Progress to Level 4 Business Administration or Leadership & Management qualifications
  • Pursue Higher/Degree Apprenticeships or university courses
  • Earn certifications (e.g. PRINCE2, CIPD, Project/HR/Operations Management)

Graduates can build careers in:

  • Office leadership and administration
  • Human Resources and recruitment
  • Customer service and client management
  • Operations and project coordination

Employment opportunities span a range of industries, including:

  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Technology
  • Public sector and non-profit organisations

The course provides a strong foundation for advancing into management-level positions and building a resilient, future-ready career in the business world.

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Advance your career in business and leadership.

Apply now for a free Level 3 Business Administration course or speak to an advisor to find your next step.

Hear From Our Students

Meet Salma

Occupation: Office Administrator

This course has helped me a lot. Before I used to be worried about applying for work as I thought I would get rejected. Now I have much more confidence. I made new friends and I am able to communicate with others with greater confidence. I am now working in a job that I enjoy very much.

Salma

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