NQ Introduction to Business & Administration

• Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Office administration
• Finance
• Economics
• Marketing
• Business in action
• Event organisation 

• This programme will prepare learners for a range of entry level positions within a modern business environment. 

Students who successfully complete this course may be given the opportunity to progress to:

• NQ Business Management with Digital Technologies
• NC Accounting
• Other relevant courses within the College. 

One of the following in relevant subject areas (such as English, Business, Admin, Maths, Modern Studies etc): 

• Three passes at National 3 level and at least one pass at National 4 level
• Successful completion of an access course or group of units at SCQF Level 3/4  
• Applicants who do not meet this criteria, but have relevant work experience or alternative qualifications may be considered
• Applicants whose first language is not English should hold an appropriate ESOL qualification 

Additional Requirements: 

• Final selection subject to application screening and potentially attendance at a small group information session
• Please provide a detailed personal statement, outlining your suitability for the course, and your interest in the subject area 

Further advice for full-time applicants:

• Please ensure you have an online account before starting your application
• If you created your account prior to November 2024, you will need to register a new account
• Before starting the application process, please ensure you already hold or are working towards the relevant entry qualifications required for the course you are applying for
• Ensure you use your own personal email address when creating your online account
• Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email immediately
• If you do not receive an acknowledgement e-mail immediately, please check your SPAM/Junk folder
• Please include as much detail as possible in your personal statement such as: the reason you are applying, future career plans, previous employment, relevant experience, hobbies and interests
• Disclosing support needs in your application will not affect your chances of being offered a place on a course at Forth Valley College
• If your application is successful, you will be invited for interview. For January start courses interviews will be in Nov/Dec and interviews for August start courses will take place between February and May
• If your application is unsuccessful, you will be offered support in finding a suitable alternative course
• Applicants who provide a mobile phone number on their application form will be sent a text reminder prior to the day of interview
• If you are unable to attend an interview or wish to withdraw your application - please email student.applications@forthvalley.ac.uk