Office Administration - Executive St. Clair College

Overview

Graduates of this Office Administration - Executive degree offered by  St. Clair College have the skills to be executive-level administrative assistants to top-level managers in business or government. Skills include a high level of expertise in keyboarding and computer applications with some accounting. 

Students will learn how to do effective presentations and be well rounded in all office duties. With experience, graduates also are capable of assuming the role of office manager providing leadership to other staff.

Key features

• Latest computer software for office applications.

• Curriculum includes Desktop Publishing, Web Page Design, Simply Accounting, Human Resource Management, In-class Simulation Labs, SAM software, Express Scribe machine transcription, oral presentations, Office Suite integration with the Internet, and World Cultures.

• Students who have successfully completed the 2-year OAE Diploma Programme may continue their education towards a Bachelor of Commerce Degree with Davenport University or Walsh College.

• Work placement could be in a financial institution, social service agency, retail office, government office, or a school setting (elementary, secondary or post-secondary). A major capstone project may be substituted if appropriate placements are not available.

• These internships allow students to network with possible future employers and gain valuable hands-on experience.

Career Opportunities

This programme provides a solid foundation for employment as an office administrator, administrative assistant or office manager. Opportunities exist in a wide range of workplaces including government offices, corporations, financial institutions, schools/colleges/universities, accounting firms, real estate offices, social service agencies, and insurance offices.