Level 1 Starting and Managing your own Business (Jan)
Elevate Your Career: Business, Communication & Digital Skills for the Modern Workplace
Looking to upskill your workforce or boost your own career potential?
This comprehensive Level 1 Diploma combines essential business knowledge with powerful communication strategies and practical digital skills — everything today’s employers are asking for.
Perfect for adults returning to learning or companies investing in staff development.
Working in Business and Retail
- Understand roles, responsibilities, and success factors in the retail world
- Discover what goes on behind the scenes in real workplaces
Communication Skills for Work
- Master verbal and written communication at work
- Improve listening, presenting, and professional writing skills
Handling Telephone Calls & Virtual Meetings
- Handle customer and colleague calls confidently
- Join and lead professional virtual meetings
Digital & IT Skills
- Word Processing Software
- Spreadsheet Software
- Presentation Software
- Digital Skills for Work
Teamwork & Employability
- Self-management and time planning
- Working in a team and preparing for interviews
Retail Essentials
- Customer service and retail industry knowledge
- Stock control and the retail selling process
Course Duration: Start Date: 09/09/2025
Day/Time: Wednesday Evenings | 5PM – 9PM
Location: T1 Tameside College
Duration: 10 weeks September and January start
Format: Part-time, tutor-led, highly practical with real-world scenarios
Open to adults aged 19+ looking to return to work, upskill, or boost their career confidence.
No formal qualifications needed — just a willingness to learn.
Assessment is based on a portfolio of practical tasks — no written exams.
Your tutor will support you every step of the way.
This course sets you up for success in:
Level 2 qualifications in Business or Customer Service
Apprenticeships in retail, admin, or digital roles
Job applications with a strong, skills-based CV
Personal or professional development
Make Your Move — Enrol Today!
Don’t wait to build a stronger future.
£160
If you meet the unemployed* criteria or are employed^ where the earnings threshold applies, and you need to study at Entry or Level 1 to progress to Level 2, tuition fees will be waived.
14 weeks
(Wed 5:00pm-8:00pm (tbc))
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