Office Administration - Saskatchewan

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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 instructions. 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

This program prepares students to join the work force at a skilled level. Skilled Office Administration Specialists are better prepared to advance to their chosen career areas in today’s business environment. Each student graduates with a sense of achievement, ensuring the beginning of a successful career.

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Career Opportunities

Skilled Office Administration Specialists are an integral part of today’s business office. Opportunities for advancement are better than ever in this area, especially for those students who show initiative and are prepared to increase their knowledge of computer applications.

CORE COURSES

Upon completion of the program the participant must demonstrate the following core competencies:

 

Year 1

  • Keyboarding
    Minimum 25 words per minute (WPM)
  • Operating Systems
    Advanced level of proficiency in a Windows operating system
  • Word Processing
    Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Word
  • Spreadsheets
    Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Simulations and Drills
    Practical Applications 3 Units
  • Database Management
    Basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Access
  • Graphics/Presentation
    Basic level of proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Office Skills
    Personal Computer Fundamentals for End Users, Internet Fundamentals, basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Office Procedures Level 1, and Basic Bookkeeping Level 1
  • Business Skills
    Grammar Essentials for Business Writing, Business Presentations, Business Correspondence Level 1, Customer Service, Business Planning, Business Math, and Management Fundamentals
  • Job Readiness/Employability Skills
    Job Search and Resume Writing and Thought Patterns for a Successful Career

 

Year 2

  • Keyboarding
    Minimum 40 words per minute (WPM)
  • Word Processing
    Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Word
  • Spreadsheets
    Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Database Management
    Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Access
  • Graphics/Presentation
    Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Office Skills
    Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Basic Bookkeeping Level 2, and Office Procedures Level 2
  • Business Skills
    Business Correspondence Level 2
  • Accounting
    Sage 50 Premium Accounting and QuickBooks Premier
  • Simulations and Drills
    Business & Office Accounting Clerk practical Simulation and Practical Applications 1 Unit
  • Program Type:

    Diploma

  • Anticipated salary:

    C$29,318 – C$52,738 (Information from PayScale Canada)

  • Program Duration:

    41 Weeks

  • Program Notes:

    Tuition fees include all materials and student manuals. Financial assistance may be available to qualified students.

  • Program Category:

    Business

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