Administration and IT
COURSE
Administration is a growing sector which spans the whole economy and opens doors to a wide range of employment opportunities.
CONTENT
Administrative tasks involving the use of industry approved application packages to complete business related activities.
- Preparation and organisation of business events.
- Duties and responsibilities individuals are faced with in a business environment.
- Skills for life.
TYPICAL LESSON
This is a practical course which uses real-life contexts. Learning and teaching of the 3 units will be integrated to emphasise the links and relationships between them. A range of teaching approaches will be used including resource-based learning, problem solving and research. The course content will remain focused on current business practices and emerging technologies. The use of presentations, working in both pairs and groups, will enhance each learner’s experience in preparation for future employment. Throughout the course students will be encouraged to take personal responsibility to produce work up to a business standard.
HOW WILL IT ASSESSED?
| Units (National 4 and 5) | Method of Assessment |
| Administrative Practices IT Solutions for Administrators Communication in Administration | Internal assessment marked by class teacher and moderated by SQA |
| End of course assessment (National 5 only) | Examination set and marked by the SQA Practical assignment |
CAREERS/PROGRESSION
Administration and IT links into all types of jobs as IT permeates the world of work. Careers in Accountancy, Banking, Customer Service and Human Resources are just a few of the areas in which learners will benefit from undertaking this area of study.
