As an office administration professional you will provide the support necessary to maintain a well-organized business. If you possess good organizational skills, an interest in computers and the ability to learn new procedures quickly, a career in office administration may be a perfect fit for you. With today’s changing and diverse workplace, office assistants need excellent communication, human relations and technology skills.

The Office Administration - General program is designed to teach you practical and transferable skills, as well as the attitudes and knowledge to succeed in a variety of office settings. You will learn business applications in math, accounting and communications, as well as hands-on training using current word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, desktop publishing and web design software. You are encouraged to develop essential problem solving, teamwork, decision making and interpersonal skills.

The Office Administration - General program prepares you for an entry-level office job after one year of postsecondary business education.