Getting Started with Business and Administration (Level 4) (January)
- Location
- Cardonald Campus
- SCQF Level
- 4
- Start Date
- 25 Jan 2027
- Qualification Type
- NQ
- Course Type
- Short Full-Time
- Duration
- 18 weeks (January to June)
This course is designed specifically for beginners who are new to business and administration, as well as those who would like to refresh their basic IT and workplace skills. You do not need any previous qualifications or office experience to get started. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll build confidence using modern office software and develop the essential skills needed to work in an office environment.
This course is idea for anyone returning to learning, changing career direction or taking their first steps into an office-based role.
What will I learn?
During the Getting Started with Business and Administration course you'll be supported to develop the core skills employers look for, including:
- Effective communication skills to help you share ideas, take part in discussions, and work confidently with others.
- Time management techniques to help you organise tasks, meet deadlines, and reduce stress.
- Customer service and reception skills for working in a professional front-of-house role.
- Essential office administration skills, including word processing, bookkeeping, and other day-to-day office tasks.
- Confidence using industry-standard IT packages commonly found in workplaces.
Entry requirements (minimum)
- There are no entry requirements, however, if English is not your first language you should have National 4 ESOL or above to support your success with the coursework.
- Applications are invited from those without formal qualifications, but who have relevant work/life experience
- The Scottish Credit and Qualifications (SCQF) Framework can help you to check if you're choosing the right level of study. Take a look at the SCQF Interactive Framework here.
Employer and industry links
This course provides valuable opportunities to gain an understanding of the skills, behaviours, and professional standards expected by employers in office-based roles.
To build confidence in customer service, communication, and administrative tasks that are valued across a wide range of industries, including business services, healthcare, education, finance, and the public sector.
Jobs and further study
- Successful completion of this course can lead to further study on a range of NQ Level 5 Business, Administration, Finance and IT courses at Glasgow Clyde College.
- If you're looking for a friendly introduction to office administration and business skills, this course is the perfect place to begin. You'll learn at a pace suited to beginners while developing the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to take your next step into employment or further study.
Take a look at the course progression map for business and finance courses.
I've applied — what happens next?
When you apply
You will receive an automated email confirming that we have received your application (remember to check your SPAM folder).
Your application will be reviewed by the admissions team and you will either be:
- Made a direct offer (unconditional or conditional)
- Advised that your application is unsuccessful – you have not met the entry requirements for this course and are advised to contact the College Student Advice Centres to discuss alternative options which may be available to you.
- We aim not to reject an application and if you don’t meet the entry requirements you may be referred to a different course or level.
Unconditional offer of a place – you have met all the entry requirements and your place is guaranteed. You will be required to accept this offer to secure your place.
Conditional offer of a place – your place is secured pending you meeting the entry requirements. This may mean achieving school or college qualifications which you may not be able to provide to us yet. You will be required to accept this offer to secure your conditional place. Once your conditions are met this will change to an unconditional offer of a place which you must accept before you can enrol on the course.
Once an offer is received, you must reply within 14 working days or risk losing your place, as the system will automatically decline your offer after 14 days.
Once you have accepted your offer, you will be sent out instructions about student funding. This will normally be sent out in December.
