Business and Management Courses
Upskill Your Workforce for FREE*
Help your staff gain a new skill, or upskill in their current roles, with our apprenticeship courses in Human Resources, Project Management, Team Leading and Operations Management.
And with up to 100% of the funding paid for by the government, plus a designated team at the College to support you through the process, you’ll find that it’s both economically viable and simple to equip your staff with brand new skills!
Business Administration- Level 3
Duration: 12-15 months
Delivery: Workplace and College attendance
Our Level 3 Business Administrator qualification is designed to equip staff with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to support and engage with different parts of an organisation. Focusing on adding value and contributing to operational efficiencies whilst interacting with both internal and external customers in a professional way, they will work across teams, resolving issues as requested.
Human Resources Support Assistant – Level 3
Duration: 12-15 months
Delivery: Workplace and College attendance
As a HR support assistant you will typically develop skills in a range of HR processes, policies and the current law, handle day to day queries, provide HR advice and work on a range of formal transactions to complex issues, including recruitment retirement and using HR systems to keep records.
Team Leading – Level 3
Duration: 18 months
Delivery: Workplace and college attendance
Ideal for those looking to progress into their first leadership role or first line management position. This apprenticeship will see the candidate help manage projects, plan and monitor workloads and deliver operational plans and strategies.
NEW! Learning & Skills Mentor – Level 4
Duration: 15 months
Delivery: Workplace and once a month college attendance
Ideal for those looking to support individuals and groups with their learning and development towards agreed goals.
Project Management – Level 4
Duration: 20 months
Delivery: Agreed weekly college attendance
Associate Project Managers need good planning, organisation and leadership skills. Develop skills in to keep a team motivated, with clear defined reporting lines, roles, responsibilities and authorities.
Operations Manager – Level 5
Duration: 24 months
Delivery: Workplace and college attendance
Ideal for those already in a managerial position but looking to expand their skills and knowledge to progress to a head of department. You will gain excellent leadership skills and work in line to the corporate strategies and organisational goals.
The Most – Issue 6
Please see the latest copy of our recent business magazine, The Most. This issue is heavily featured with success stories from our learners, the College and our employer partners. The magazine also gives an insight into the world of T-Levels, apprenticeships and adult courses that could be beneficial for your organisation.
Working with Preston College you and your apprentice/s will benefit from:
Excellent Learning Facilities
Develop practical skills in our bespoke learning salon Elements containing hair and barbering salon, nail room and treatment beds.
Professional Support and Guidance
Our Employer Engagement Team will guide and support you through the entire apprenticeship journey. They will be your port of call for any questions you have.
Industry Experienced Tutors
Our tutors are supportive and friendly and have up to date industry experience. Our apprentices often comment that ‘they go the extra mile.’
Funding & Financial Support
Get help and advice on the different types of government funding available to you. If you are a small business, training could be up to 100% free.
For more information about any of the above or to speak to our Employer Engagement Team, please call 01772 225768 or email employerenquiry@preston.ac.uk