Program Info:
Admission Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status. Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instruction. An admissions interview will be administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program. Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may do so at times convenient to them. Part-time students may set their own schedules to a minimum of two training sessions per week. These times may be scheduled during the day, evenings, or on weekends.
Program Highlights
The Executive Office Assistant Diploma program prepares students to confidently enter the executive assistant field. This program provides graduates with the necessary skills to perform a variety of administrative duties in support of managerial and professional employers, while addressing the challenges of today’s workplace. Each graduate will attain a sense of achievement while ensuring a successful career.
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Available at...Career Opportunities
In the corporate environment, a skilled Executive Office Assistant can be an invaluable member of the management team. Opportunities and compensation are better than ever in this area. This type of position may lead into the management stream for those who perform well and possess the necessary skills.
CORE COURSES
Upon completion of the program the participant must demonstrate the following core competencies:
- Keyboarding
Minimum 55 words per minute (WPM). - Operating Systems
Advanced level of proficiency in a Windows operating system - Word Processing
Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Word - Spreadsheets
Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel - Database Management
Basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Access - Simulations and Drills
Practical Applications 2 Units - Graphics/Presentation
Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint - Business Skills
Customer Service, Grammar Essentials for Business Writing, Business Correspondence Levels 1 and 2, Business Math, and Workplace Success/Intrapreneurship - Office Skills
Personal Computer Fundamentals for End Users, Office Procedures Levels 1 and 2, Internet Fundamentals, and basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Outlook - Job Readiness/Employability Skills
Job Search and Résumé Writing and Thought Patterns for a Successful Career
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Program Type:
Diploma
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Anticipated salary:
C$36,476 – C$69,274 (Information from PayScale Canada)
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Program Duration:
45 Weeks
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Program Notes:
Tuition fees include all materials and student manuals. Financial assistance may be available to qualified students.
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