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SVQ: Business and Administration

This course is for you if you are working in Administration or Office Technology and looking to improve your working practice by developing your skills, knowledge and understanding of the routine Administrative role in the workplace.

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Course information

Certification:

SCQF Level 6

Study Mode:

  • Assessment of work based learning

Location:

  • Dunfermline

Start Date:

01 Aug 2025

Duration:

  • Workbased
  • 12 - 18 months

Who is this course for?

  • This qualification is for those in employment in an administrative, or related, role.

What qualifications will I gain?

  • Business and Administration - SVQ

What will I learn on the course?

  • You will undertake this qualification in your own workplace. It is possible to start the course at any point in the year. The flexibility of the course enables you to fit training around work commitments and your personal lifestyle.
  • The national standards for this award are set by the Council for Administration and are accredited by SQA who award the certificate. The prime source of evidence must be provided from your own workplace. The qualification is delivered as part of a continuous course with access at any time throughout the year. You will create a portfolio of evidence to prove that you have appropriate knowledge and understanding to can carry out your job competently in the work place.


The SVQ framework is made up of three mandatory core units and five optional units. The three mandatory units are:

  • Unit 301 – Plan how to manage and improve own performance in a business environment
  • Unit 302 – Review and maintain work in a business environment
  • Unit 308 – Communicate in a business environment


The five optional units can also be chosen, from a selection of units, to reflect the work you do in your own job. The qualification can be tailored to meet individuals' and employers' needs.

Application Information

What further course options are available?

  • Please explore our range of training courses available on our website.

How will this help my career?

  • This SVQ provides you with a nationally recognised qualification, demonstrating competence in your role, gained whilst working on-the-job.