16-18 Courses, 16-18: T Levels

Business Administration and Management (T Level)

Course Overview

Entry requirements

Grade 5 English Language GCSE, Grade 5 Maths GCSE, 5 GCSEs at grade (9-4) including Maths AND English

Course information

Launch your career in business and management with the T Level in Management and Administration. This two-year qualification is equivalent to three A Levels and carries UCAS points, giving you the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours needed to progress into skilled employment, higher apprenticeships or university study.

You will explore how businesses operate, make strategic decisions and lead teams effectively. Supported by experienced tutors, you will gain a strong understanding of leadership, project management and organisational behaviour while applying your learning through a substantial industry placement in a business-related environment.

You will also complete a specialism in one of the following areas: Business Support, Business Improvement or Team Leadership and Management.

If you do not yet meet the entry requirements for this course, there are still plenty of options available to help you achieve your goals. When you come to enrol, our curriculum team will advise you on the best course to suit your needs and support you to progress, including opportunities to retake your English and/or maths GCSEs alongside your studies.

Key topics

  • Business context, culture and values
  • Stakeholders, governance and the impact of organisations on society and the environment
  • Project and change management principles
  • Communication and professional business behaviours
  • Quality, compliance and continuous improvement
  • Why study at NCC?

    • We are Ofsted-rated Outstanding, so you can expect exceptional teaching and support you can trust
    • Expert tutors bring real-world industry experience into every lesson
    • Flexible learning options let you tailor study to your life and ambitions
    • Broad career pathways: from entry level through to professional qualifications
    • One-to-one support with academic advice, wellbeing services and financial guidance
    • Modern, industry-standard facilities: labs, workshops, digital tools and performance spaces
    • Courses co-designed with employers to match local and national job markets
    • Strong employer partnerships offer placements, live projects and networking opportunities
    • A supportive, inclusive community where you can flourish and succeed

    If you’re aiming for a career in business, finance or entrepreneurship, New City College is your launchpad.

    With direct links to London’s banking and commercial district, you’ll connect with top employers like Barclays, JP Morgan, Canary Wharf Group and KPMG, gaining real workplace experience and industry contacts. Our exclusive partnership with the Ministry of Defence also opens unique career pathways.

    Built with input from industry leaders, our Business courses teach the skills employers want, plus you’ll boost your CV through international trips and competitions. Recently, students worked on a sustainability project with Dutch peers in the Netherlands.

Available Campuses

Dates
Start: 01/09/2026
End: 09/07/2028

What Can This Course Lead To

After completing the T Level in Management and Administration, you can progress to a wide range of opportunities in higher education, apprenticeships and employment.

Many students go on to university to study subjects such as business management, marketing, finance, human resources, or international business. Others choose higher or degree apprenticeships in areas like business administration, project management, leadership, or operations.

You can also move directly into skilled employment in roles such as business support officer, project coordinator, team leader or operations assistant. This T Level equips you with the professional, analytical and leadership skills employers and universities value across every sector of the economy.

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Facilities for Students

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Financial Support

There are several ways we can help you cover the cost of your studies.

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