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Course overview

The Leader in Business Administration programme is designed for individuals who want to develop
essential administrative skills and support organisational success across a wide range of sectors.
Learners will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to provide effective business support and help improve day-to-day operations.

Throughout the programme, learners will build skills in communication, problem-solving, time
management, and working with a variety of stakeholders. They will learn how to support different
teams, improve processes, and contribute to greater efficiency and productivity.

By the end of the programme, participants will be equipped to deliver professional administrative
support, demonstrate strong workplace behaviours, and take on greater responsibility. The skills gained
can also provide a pathway to future leadership and management opportunities.

Benefits

  • ILM Accredited Qualification within Leadership & Management
  • ILM Membership status upon completion
  • Learn to support multiple teams and stakeholders
  • Increase efficiency through process improvement skills
  • Create opportunities for career progression and leadership roles

The learner journey

1. 13 months on-programme – This is when the individual will learn the skills, knowledge and behaviours which will support them for their End-Point Assessment. The learner could partake in a combination of activities, such as classroom-based sessions, mentoring, shadowing, bespoke resources and off-site visits in order to support their learning and development.

From 1 August 2025, apprentices must complete at least 187 hours of off-the-job (OTJ) training over a minimum of 8 months, with some standards requiring more for those without prior learning. Learn more about OTJ training hours.

2. Gateway – After the 13 months teaching and learning, you, your training provider and the learner will review the learner's journey and decide whether it is the right time for the on-programme assessment.

3. End-Point Assessment – This is when your learner will need to demonstrate they have learnt the required knowledge, skills and behaviours, through an on-demand knowledge test, a professional discussion, practical observation and a business project.

Eligibility

Those with an annual wage bill of less than £3m do not pay the Apprenticeship Levy. Instead, 95% of each apprenticeship is funded by the government whilst a 5% investment is required by the employer to enhance the skills of their employee.

  • Employers are also be eligible for a £1000 incentive payment if the apprentice is aged 16–18.
  • Employers with less than 50 employees and where the apprentice is aged 16–18, the government will fund 100% of the apprentice and are eligible for a £1000 incentive payment.
  • Employers with those aged 19+ the government will continue to fund 95% of the apprenticeship programme whilst a 5% investment is required by the employer.

Businesses can manage this through the Apprenticeship Service online account.

Find out more

To learn additional information about this apprenticeship, you can explore our Course Sheet or Learner Journey.

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