
Diploma in Office Administration - Executive (Online)
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
CAD 2,721 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* tuition 2 semesters Canadian students; CAD 15,693 - tuition 2 semesters International students
Introduction
- Program Code: 2006
- School: The Business School
- Credential: Ontario College Diploma
- Program Type: Post-secondary program
- Program Length: 2 year/ 4 semesters
- Location: Online
Administrative professionals are the backbone of the modern office environment. From productivity and software expertise to managing complex projects, administrative professionals are valued and indispensable business generalists.
Centennial College’s Office Administration - Executive program will prepare you, in just two years, to execute a range of duties performed by executive assistants who work with upper-level management in today's technologically advanced workplaces.
Through simulated class lessons and a two-day-per-week field placement in the final semester (with companies such as KPMG, Bombardier and non-profit organizations), you'll gain practical experience.
You'll also develop essential office and business skills in:
- Office productivity software (Microsoft/Apple/Google Suite)
- Office technology fundamentals and support
- Business writing
- Marketing fundamentals
- Social media and online communications
- Presentation and business correspondence
- Conference planning
- Meeting planning and minute-taking
- Project management
- Accounting fundamentals
- Collaboration and leadership
Members of executive teams and senior management depend on graduates of this business diploma program to demonstrate exceptional technical and communication skills.
Admissions
Curriculum
Semester 1
- COMM-160/161 College Communication 1
- GNED General Education Elective
- KEYS-101 Keyboarding 1
- OAGN-113 Office Administration Technology 1
- OAGN-115 Introduction to Word Processing
- OAGN-118 Document Review & Proofreading
- OAGN-124 Financial Procedures
Semester 2
- COMM-170/171 College Communication 2
- KEYS-102 Keyboarding 2
- OAGN-116 Word Processing Applications
- OAGN-119 Document Production
- OAGN-122 Career Readiness
- OAGN-123 Office Administration Technology 2
- OAGN-125 Office Procedures and Communications
Semester 3
- ACCT-110 Accounting Fundamentals 1
- GNED General Education Elective
- KEYS-103 Keyboarding 3
- OAEX-243 Social Media and Online Communications
- OAEX-253 Executive Office Procedures 1
- OAGN-261 Integrated Software Applications
Semester 4
- GNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social Analysis to Social Action
- KEYS-400 Keyboarding 4
- OAEX-244 Computerized Bookkeeping
- OAEX-255 Executive Office Procedures 2
- OAEX-256 Project Management for Administrative Professionals
- OAEX-262 Field Placement
Program Outcome
Program Highlights
- Training provided in the Office Administration - Executive program develops your expertise in essential automated office systems such as word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software.
- You build your skills portfolio as you learn from faculty members with real experience and up-to-date knowledge of business trends and related technology requirements.
- Learning allows you to connect with faculty members on a one-on-one basis.
- The Office Administration - Executive field placement is an opportunity to explore your career prospects, build your network and gain valuable work experience.
- The diploma reflects high standards of learning, increasing your career opportunities.
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes describe what graduates of the program have demonstrated they can do with the knowledge and skills they have achieved during their studies. The outcomes are closely tied to the needs of the workplace. Through assessment (e.g., assignments and tests), students verify their ability to reliably perform these outcomes before graduating.
- Apply scheduling, task coordination, and organizational skills to facilitate the completion of tasks and meet deadlines in the workplace.
- Assess, establish, and maintain data management systems to ensure organized electronic and paper records for the workplace.
- Coordinate the receiving, analyzing, distributing, and responding to electronic and paper communications to facilitate the flow of information in the workplace.
- Produce accurate financial records for the workplace within a specified time frame by compiling information and using appropriate software.
- Produce accurate business correspondence by a specified deadline using available computer technology.
- Use effective interpersonal skills in the workplace to assist in the completion of individual and team tasks, ensure effective customer service, and promote the image of the organization.
- Research, develop, and present a report substantiating the selection of resources or services for the workplace using written and oral presentation techniques and appropriate technology.
- Troubleshoot and show initiative in the production of accurate, organized business documents within a specified time frame.
- Provide technical support and training related to computer software to others in the workplace as required.
- Organize meetings, conferences, special events, and travel including the preparation of related documentation.
- Use the Internet and its tools in a business setting to enhance communication and business opportunities.
- Manage a personal computer.
- Demonstrate administrative skills to enhance the effective operation of the workplace.
Career Opportunities
Career Outlook
- Administrative Professional
- Executive Assistant
- Office Manager
- Office Supervisor
- Administrative Support Officer
- Office Coordinator
- Assistant to president of an organisation
- Administrative assistant
- Senior secretary
- Executive secretary
Education Pathways
Qualified graduates of the Office Administration - Executive program may be eligible to participate in an articulated program with select universities, institutes and professional associations. These partnerships allow you to apply academic credit toward further study. Please note that each partner pathway has a specific minimum grade requirement in order to qualify for transfer credits, which are assessed by the partner institution.
Recognitions
The International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) is proud to recognize Centennial College for enhancing the knowledge and recognition of office and administrative professionals worldwide. The Office Administration General and Executive programs are aligned with the IAAP Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) Body of Knowledge.
Areas of Employment
- Corporations
- Not-for-profits
- Office environments
- Finance
- Education
- Government offices