About
The Office Administration Technology program focuses on equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for administrative roles in various organizations. Key areas of study typically include:
- Office Management: Training in office procedures, records management, and organizational skills.
- Computer Applications: Proficiency in software such as Microsoft Office Suite, database management, and other relevant applications.
- Communication Skills: Emphasis on both written and verbal communication, including business correspondence and presentation skills.
- Business Fundamentals: Introduction to business concepts, including bookkeeping, document formatting, and customer service.
- Project Management: Basics of managing projects, including planning, executing, and overseeing projects.
- Professional Development: Focus on career readiness, including resume writing, interview preparation, and professional etiquette.
Because today’s business world is constantly being transformed by new information processing technologies, employment opportunities in office careers are on the rise. The smooth functioning of today’s automated office depends on the support of well-trained administrative, accounting, and medical office assistants.
If you find satisfaction in working as a team member, are well organized, and enjoy meeting and helping new people, Office Administration Technology could be the right program for you. This program has some significant advantages: it not only allows you to specialize in an area of interest to you, but it also provides a fast track to an entry-level position. Students may obtain a general office assistant certificate of completion and Microsoft Office Specialist industry certifications in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook in as little as one year and then begin earning money while studying for their associate degree. By studying a second year toward the associate of applied science degree in Office Administration Technology, you can prepare for a more challenging position as either a general administrative assistant, accounting assistant, or medical office assistant. You will learn to use up-to-date technology, become familiar with various up-to-date software applications, and become proficient in a specific area of study. Graduates of the program are prepared for various administrative positions such as office managers, executive assistants, and administrative coordinators in diverse settings like corporate offices, government agencies, and medical offices.