Business & Administration Apprenticeships

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Written by
Ellie Carter
Published on
October 31, 2024

A Business & Administration apprenticeship allows you to be a problem solver and be organised whilst working in the heart of a business. You need to be able to handle stress and pressure as you work in this fast-paced sector. Take our Career Match and see if you would suit a career in this sector.

An intro to Business & Administration apprenticeships.

If ur organised and good at problem solving, an apprenticeship in Business & Administration may be right for you.

This sector offers a range of careers such as Project Managers, Personal Assistants and HR Admins, in these roles you will have the opportunity to work in a team, so good communication is needed. You also need to be adaptable as you may be faced with challenges and difficult situations that need to be resolved quickly. Roles in Business & Administration are always in high demand, meaning you have constant job security and the opportunity to improve and grow within ur role.

By taking urfuture’s Career Match, you can see if you would be a match to this sector and find the right apprenticeship for you. View our live roles here.

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What is an apprenticeship in Business & Administration like?

Apprenticeships in Business & Administration offer hands on experience and academic learning in a classroom setting as you work towards ur qualification. This will provide you with practical skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the sector.

As an apprentice you will work alongside other members of ur team who will guide you daily to help you constantly improve within the job. A lot of these roles involve problem solving and being adaptable, as well as being organised and good with time management.

As a part of ur apprenticeship, you will be based in typical Office settings as well as in a classroom for ur 20% off the job training.

If you want any more information on apprenticeships, we can give you a full breakdown.

Key working traits for this sector:

• Organised

• Good Communicator

• Process Led

• Team Player

• Adaptable

If you think you have some of these traits, take our Career Match and see if ur a match to a career in Business & Administration

If you’re not sure if this is right for you, check out the other apprenticeships we have available and if you think you’d be better suited to a entry level job, check out the ones we have available.

Future career opportunities after an apprenticeship in Business & Administration:

• Receptionist

• HR Admin

• Personal Assistant

• Project Manager

• Chartered Manager

• Office Administrator

• Recruitment Resourcer

• Property Management Assistant

How can urfuture help you get an apprenticeship in Business & Administration?

urfuture can lead you in discovering whether an apprenticeship in Business & Administration is right for you. You can start by taking our Career Match, where we’ll predict the top 5 best career categories for you.

You'll also get to find out what you might like or dislike in a career, giving you a clearer picture of yourself and ur career preferences. This way, you'll be able to find a job that matches ur goals and needs.

It’s all data and science backed. It’s the same as how Uber uses Ai and machine learning to predict route pricing and optimisation. Our Career Match uses the same technology to predict what career will be right for you. If you want any more information on this, you can read all about how it works.

After completing the Career Match, we will recommend you specific jobs based on ur results and the needs of each employer, using the same algorithm. This allows you to have a score out of 10 to every job on the app.

You can then learn about the different career categories on Careerflix. Here you can watch lots of engaging videos that tell you about the sector. If you have any other questions, our CareerAi will answer them immediately.

You can also learn all about the entry level jobs we have available in Business & Administration.

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Frequently asked questions - Finding an Apprenticeship in Business & Administration

Will I get paid during my Business & Administration Apprenticeship?

Yes, choosing an apprenticeship means you can earn whilst learning. However, salaries often vary depending on the employer, location and level of apprenticeship ur doing.

What qualifications do I need to apply for an apprenticeship in Business & Administration?

Every apprenticeship is different when it comes to entry requirements, and it also depends on the level. Level 2 apprenticeships require no previous qualifications, but other levels will usually require Grade 9-4/AC in Maths and English GCSE or Level 2 Functional Skills.

What are some of the benefits of doing a Business & Administration apprenticeship?

Some of the benefits include, earning a salary whilst learning, gaining hands on work experience, achieving a nationally recognised qualification and developing ur soft skills such as teamwork and organisational skills.

What happens after my Business & Administration apprenticeship?

Once you’ve completed ur apprenticeship you may be offered a full-time role with ur current employer, but if not, you will have gained lots of transferable skills and knowledge during ur apprenticeship that will make you desirable to employers if you decide to move on.