PDA IT IN BUSINESS (SCQF LEVEL 7)

Intro to the course:

This course delivers the skills and knowledge needed for a range of administrative roles. It has particular emphasis on the use of IT within a business environment.

Who is the course for?

This course is suitable for a wide range of candidates including:

• candidates employed within an administration role who wish to enhance their career prospects
• candidates in employment

What will I study?

There are 4 mandatory units:

• IT in business: word processing and presentation applications (2 units)
• IT in business: databases
• IT in business: spreadsheets

Next Step Course Options

• HNC Administration and Information Technology
• HND Administration and Information Technology
• HNC Business
• HND Business
• PDA in Office Management and Information Technology at SCQF level 8

How will I be assessed?

Assessments are ongoing throughout the course and will be a mix of practical tasks and written reports.

Why should I choose this course?

This course is for you if you want to:

• broaden your personal and professional development opportunities
• undertake continuous professional development (CPD) 
• develop study and research skills

Where can this course lead?

The PDA Information Technology in Business will prepare candidates for employment in administrative roles within a wide range of public and private sector organisations. 

What are the entry requirements?

Any of the following:

• communication core skill at SCQF level 5 or equivalent
• experience of working in an administration environment
• IT skills at SCQF level 5
• SVQ Business and Administration level 2

What are the interview arrangements?

Your offer will be based on your application.