Essential Calculations for Office Administration and Start-ups
Understanding number bases, measurement units, and how to manage errors in calculations isn’t just for maths whizzes—it’s a practical, everyday skill. Whether you’re stepping into office administration, launching your own business, or following a path in the Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET) framework, mastering these basics will give you a solid foundation.
From managing spreadsheets and budgets to understanding digital systems and accurate reporting, these are real-world skills that help you stand out and succeed
Why Numbers and Measurement Matter in Office Administration
In any office administration role, you’ll deal with numbers—daily. Whether it’s tracking stock levels, converting units for shipping, or reviewing data in Excel, understanding number systems and measurements helps you do your job accurately and professionally.
Real-World Uses:
Converting between measurement units (e.g. metres to feet)
Understanding binary or decimal systems in digital tools
Preventing calculation errors in admin reports and tasks
Presenting clean and clear figures to your team or manager
By mastering these areas, you increase your value in the workplace—and align with essential skills promoted by FASSET for admin and finance professionals
How Calculation Accuracy Supports Business Success
If you’re learning how to start a business, you’ll quickly see that numbers matter. Whether it’s creating a pricing model, managing cash flow, or estimating costs, getting the calculations right is crucial.
Mistakes—like mixing up units or missing errors—can lead to wasted money or poor decisions. This course will show you how to spot and avoid these errors early on, preparing you to work smart and efficiently.
Business Benefits:
Track your money and materials accurately
Avoid costly miscalculations
Build trust through confident reporting
Support growth with clear financial decision-making
All of this contributes to your readiness for roles in the Finance and Accounting Services Sector, especially for learners following training authority standards or FASSET-aligned programmes.
How Calculation Accuracy Supports Business Success
If you’re learning how to start a business, you’ll quickly see that numbers matter. Whether it’s creating a pricing model, managing cash flow, or estimating costs, getting the calculations right is crucial.
Mistakes—like mixing up units or missing errors—can lead to wasted money or poor decisions. This course will show you how to spot and avoid these errors early on, preparing you to work smart and efficiently.
Business Benefits:
Track your money and materials accurately
Avoid costly miscalculations
Build trust through confident reporting
Support growth with clear financial decision-making
All of this contributes to your readiness for roles in the Finance and Accounting Services Sector, especially for learners following training authority standards or FASSET-aligned programmes.
What You’ll Learn in This Course
This course gives you a solid grounding in the maths and measurements used every day in business and admin environments. It’s beginner-friendly, yet practical and relevant.
You’ll cover:
Number bases (binary, decimal, hexadecimal)
How to convert measurement units quickly and correctly
How to spot and correct common errors in calculations
Real-world business examples tied to FASSET expectations
Applying maths to invoices, budgets, stocktaking, and reports
With these skills, you’ll be ready to work confidently in an office role, support a growing business, or follow a learning path in the Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority.
Overview
An insightful use of mathematics in the management of the needs of everyday living to become a self-managing person. An understanding of mathematical applications that provides insight into the learners present and future occupational experiences and so develop into a contributing worker.
This standard focuses on the practical use of mathematics to manage everyday needs and foster self-management skills. Learners will gain insights into applying mathematical principles to daily activities such as budgeting, scheduling, and problem-solving, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions. Additionally, the course provides a strong foundation in mathematical concepts relevant to current and future occupational experiences, helping learners develop critical thinking and analytical skills. This understanding not only aids in effective personal management but also prepares learners to contribute meaningfully in their professional roles, applying mathematical reasoning to enhance their overall effectiveness as workers.
- Perform conversions between binary and decimal numbers correctly
- Perform basic addition and subtraction calculations in the binary number system correctly
- Explain practical applications of the decimal and binary system correctly
- Prefixes indicating magnitude in measurements are correctly related to the decimal system
- Conversions between related units in different measurement systems are correctly applied in real-life contexts
- Symbols for irrational numbers are left in formulae or steps to calculations except where approximations are required.
- Descriptions are provided of the effect of rounding prematurely in calculations.
- The desired degree of accuracy is determined in relation to the practical context.
- The final value of a calculation is expressed in terms of the required unit.
- Non-accredited: Short course only
- Duration: 1h 55m
- Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
- Access Period: 12 Months
