As professional offices become more complex, it becomes critical for offices to employ specialists in administrative functions. Graduates of this program will be highly organized and well trained in multiple forms of administrative processes that are critical for success in today’s workplace.
NOC Code: 1221 Administrative officers
Upon completion of the program, graduates can work as computer network Technicians or below occupations list:
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Learning Objectives/Outcomes | The Office Administration Diploma program prepares graduates for positions working in professional offices. Students will have an understanding of office technology, customer service administrative practices, accounting, communications and ethics. They will be able to be employed by commercial and industrial establishments, government departments, or consulting businesses. |
| Student Progress/ Assessment Methods | Students will be assessed through written tests, computer-based tasks and assignments. After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to the tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course. Students will be required to complete 80hrs of work experience. To qualify for work experience, students are required to maintain a minimum C grade average or higher and a minimum attendance of 85%. |
| Attendance Expectations |
85% of classes must be attended to achieve competency for this qualification |
| Graduation Requirements | Minimum C grade average is required for graduation |
Program Hours
| Subjects | Number Of Hours |
|---|---|
| SFCS100 Strategies for College Success |
20 Hours |
| COMP101 Introduction to Computers | 20 Hours |
| COMP102 Introduction to Word Processing | 40 Hours |
| COMP103 Introduction to Spreadsheets | 40 Hours |
| COMP104 Introduction to Presentation Software | 20 Hours |
| BCOM105 Business Communications | 80 Hours |
| DAP101 Financial Accounting | 40 Hours |
| ADMN104 Introduction to Keyboarding | 20 Hours |
| ADMN110 Office Administration | 60 Hours |
| ADMN114 Customer Service | 20 Hours |
| BETH190 Business Ethics | 20 Hours |
| EMPL111 Career Employment & Strategies | 40 Hours |
| SSPR 100 Work Experience | 80 Hours |
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Face Masks will be required on campus for all indoor public spaces, along with active health screenings currently being conducted by the front desk, as well as reduced campus access.
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