Course Description

Program Description Executive assistants are administrative professionals who contribute to the effectiveness of an office in an important way. They manage projects and budgets, make travel arrangements and manage events, prepare communication and take on a collection of essential tasks. Excellent at time management, project management and multi-tasking, they are critical to any organization. You will learn from professionals who are current in their field and will have the opportunity to enhance your resumé with real-life work experience. Classes in this program are offered in a compressed format on three consecutive days each week. This two-year diploma program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required of an executive office assistant. You will gain extensive practical understanding and knowledge of office concepts; business operations and procedures; current computer software; and how to collaborate on various management activities. You will develop your skills through various learning methods such as group and individual projects, discussions, lectures, case studies and office simulations. Emphasis is placed on the practical demands of the job including: High-level word processing skills Preparing professional documents with accuracy Developing presentation, Internet, email, project management, spreadsheet and database skills in a network environment Interpersonal and human relations Meeting deadlines Organizing activities If you choose to pursue this option, you should enjoy working on computers and interacting with others. In addition, you must be willing to work to develop a professional level of ability in business skills. Upon successful completion of your first year, you may elect to finish your studies and graduate with a one-year Ontario college certificate in Office Administration. Please note: You will be required to achieve a keyboarding speed of 45 net words per minute to graduate. Career options: Executive assistant Administrative assistant Customer relations specialist Housing administrator Office manager Operations co-ordinator Receptionist Sales support representative

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