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Level 3
Focus Awards
Regulated Qualification
6 months - 12 months
Online (Self-Paced)
Step Into Advanced Business Administration Roles
Ever wondered how organisations maintain structure, communication, and performance at a higher level? The Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration (RQF) is designed to answer that by developing an advanced understanding of business operations, administrative systems, and workplace coordination. It supports learners who want to progress beyond entry-level roles into more responsible positions across business environments.
This qualification is suitable for learners already working in administrative, supervisory, customer-facing, or personal assistant roles. It builds strong knowledge of business communication, administration principles, and professional development. Learners also explore key areas such as equality and diversity, HR functions, leadership, marketing, and business performance, helping them understand how organisations operate at different levels.
You will develop the ability to manage administrative systems, support business processes, communicate effectively, and contribute to organisational planning. The course also focuses on negotiation skills, document production, project participation, and structured development planning. With GLH: 302, TQT: 580, and 58 credits, this qualification provides a clear and structured pathway for career progression in business administration.
Looking for a recognised pathway to advance your career in business administration? Inspire London College provides dedicated tutor support and guided learning throughout the course to ensure steady progress and a clear understanding of each unit. Our flexible study approach helps you balance learning with other commitments while building recognised skills. So why wait? Enrol with Inspire London College today and take the next step towards advancing your career in business administration.Â
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To achieve the Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration (RQF), learners must complete a minimum of 58 credits. The qualification has 302 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 580 hours. All credits must be achieved in line with the qualification requirements set out in the assessment criteria.Â
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 601/5898/0.
| Mandatory group – Total 27 credits | ||||
| Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | Guided Learning Hours |
| Communicate in a business environment | Y/506/1910 | 3 | 4 | 24 |
| Manage personal and professional development | T/506/2952 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
| Principles of business communication and information | R/506/1940 | 3 | 4 | 27 |
| Principles of administration | Y/506/1941 | 3 | 6 | 27 |
| Principles of business | D/506/1942 | 3 | 10 | 74 |
| Group B – Total 13 credits | ||||
| Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | Guided Learning Hours |
| Handle mail | D/506/1813 | 3 | 3 | 15 |
| Prepare text from shorthand | M/506/1816 | 3 | 6 | 46 |
| Prepare text from recorded audio instruction | T/506/1817 | 3 | 4 | 15 |
| Group C – Total 10 credits | ||||
| Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | Guided Learning Hours |
| Using email | T/502/4301 | 3 | 3 | 20 |
| Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace | T/506/1820 | 3 | 3 | 15 |
| Manage team performance | A/506/1821 | 3 | 4 | 21 |
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| Group D – Total 8 credits | ||||
| Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | Guided Learning Hours |
| Principles of leadership and management | D/506/1925 | 3 | 8 | 50 |
To enrol in this qualification, learners must be aged 16 or above.
For further information, please click here and find out the clear guidelines.
*A learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information, visit Language Expectations.
The Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration is suitable for learners working in or moving into business administration roles. It can support career paths such as Administrative Officer, Senior Administrative Assistant, Office Supervisor, or Personal Assistant. It is ideal for those who want to take on more responsibility in office and business support roles.
Progression Routes
Learners who wish to progress from this qualification may use this qualification as a basis for employment, or alternatively may progress on to:
Focus Awards Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business AdministrationÂ
The Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration is a regulated qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and carries the Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN: 601/5898/0). This number appears on your final certificate and confirms the official status of the qualification. Learners can also verify this qualification through the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications for full transparency and validation.
This qualification is awarded by Focus Awards, an Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation (RN 5353), ensuring it meets recognised national quality standards. Inspire London College delivers this qualification to provide learners with a trusted and recognised pathway into advanced business administration, supporting career progression and further development in the sector.
This qualification is internally assessed by Inspire London College and externally quality assured by Focus Awards. Learners are required to complete a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit. This ensures all required knowledge and understanding is clearly evidenced throughout the qualification.
The portfolio of evidence may include assessor observations, witness testimonies, learner-produced work, worksheets, assignments, projects, and reports. It can also include records of oral and written questioning, learner and peer reports, and recognition of prior learning (RPL). These methods allow learners to demonstrate their competence in a structured and supported way.
| Pay full Fee | Regular Fee | Discounted Fee | % Discounted | Initial Deposit | Instalments | Fast track |
| Pay Full Fee | £714.86 | £529.00 | 26% | – | – | – |
| 6 Month Instalment | £714.86 | £571.89 | 20% | £69 | £83.82 | – |
| 8 Month Instalment | £714.86 | £571.89 | 20% | £69 | £62.86 | – |
To achieve the Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration (RQF), learners must complete a minimum of 58 credits. The qualification has 302 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 580 hours. All credits must be achieved in line with the qualification requirements set out in the assessment criteria.Â
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 601/5898/0.
| Mandatory group – Total 27 credits | ||||
| Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | Guided Learning Hours |
| Communicate in a business environment | Y/506/1910 | 3 | 4 | 24 |
| Manage personal and professional development | T/506/2952 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
| Principles of business communication and information | R/506/1940 | 3 | 4 | 27 |
| Principles of administration | Y/506/1941 | 3 | 6 | 27 |
| Principles of business | D/506/1942 | 3 | 10 | 74 |
| Group B – Total 13 credits | ||||
| Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | Guided Learning Hours |
| Handle mail | D/506/1813 | 3 | 3 | 15 |
| Prepare text from shorthand | M/506/1816 | 3 | 6 | 46 |
| Prepare text from recorded audio instruction | T/506/1817 | 3 | 4 | 15 |
| Group C – Total 10 credits | ||||
| Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | Guided Learning Hours |
| Using email | T/502/4301 | 3 | 3 | 20 |
| Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace | T/506/1820 | 3 | 3 | 15 |
| Manage team performance | A/506/1821 | 3 | 4 | 21 |
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| Group D – Total 8 credits | ||||
| Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | Guided Learning Hours |
| Principles of leadership and management | D/506/1925 | 3 | 8 | 50 |
To enrol in this qualification, learners must be aged 16 or above.
For further information, please click here and find out the clear guidelines.
*A learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information, visit Language Expectations.
The Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration is suitable for learners working in or moving into business administration roles. It can support career paths such as Administrative Officer, Senior Administrative Assistant, Office Supervisor, or Personal Assistant. It is ideal for those who want to take on more responsibility in office and business support roles.
Progression Routes
Learners who wish to progress from this qualification may use this qualification as a basis for employment, or alternatively may progress on to:
Focus Awards Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business AdministrationÂ
The Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration is a regulated qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and carries the Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN: 601/5898/0). This number appears on your final certificate and confirms the official status of the qualification. Learners can also verify this qualification through the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications for full transparency and validation.
This qualification is awarded by Focus Awards, an Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation (RN 5353), ensuring it meets recognised national quality standards. Inspire London College delivers this qualification to provide learners with a trusted and recognised pathway into advanced business administration, supporting career progression and further development in the sector.
This qualification is internally assessed by Inspire London College and externally quality assured by Focus Awards. Learners are required to complete a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit. This ensures all required knowledge and understanding is clearly evidenced throughout the qualification.
The portfolio of evidence may include assessor observations, witness testimonies, learner-produced work, worksheets, assignments, projects, and reports. It can also include records of oral and written questioning, learner and peer reports, and recognition of prior learning (RPL). These methods allow learners to demonstrate their competence in a structured and supported way.
| Pay full Fee | Regular Fee | Discounted Fee | % Discounted | Initial Deposit | Instalments | Fast track |
| Pay Full Fee | £714.86 | £529.00 | 26% | – | – | – |
| 6 Month Instalment | £714.86 | £571.89 | 20% | £69 | £83.82 | – |
| 8 Month Instalment | £714.86 | £571.89 | 20% | £69 | £62.86 | – |
Pay the full fee to get 26% discount.
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8 Monthly payments of £62.86 (20% OFF)
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6 months - 12 months
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Assignments / Report Writing£49/Initial Deposit
£48 per month for 10 months
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6 months - 12 months
Assignments / Report WritingIt is a nationally recognised RQF qualification designed to develop advanced knowledge of business administration, communication, and organisational processes. It supports learners aiming to progress into supervisory and senior administrative roles.
You don’t need formal qualifications to enrol, but you should ideally be working in or planning to work in a business or administrative role. Basic communication skills are required to complete the assessments successfully.
The course is assessed through a portfolio of evidence. This may include assignments, reports, worksheets, professional discussions, and workplace-based evidence such as observations or testimonies.
This qualification can support progression into roles such as Administrative Officer, Office Supervisor, Senior Administrative Assistant, or Personal Assistant, as well as further study in business management.
You will study online with full access to tutor support from Inspire London College. Tutors guide you throughout the course to help you complete each unit and build your portfolio successfully.
£69.00 – £529.00Price range: £69.00 through £529.00
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