ObjectivesThe Office Administration General program is designed to teach practical and transferable skills, attitudes and knowledge to succeed in a variety of office settings. Students learn business applications in math, accounting and communications. They also receive hands-on training using current word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, desktop publishing and web page design software. Students are encouraged to develop essential problem solving, teamwork, decision making and interpersonal skills. The Office Administration General program prepares students for an entry-level office job after one year of postsecondary business education.
Practical experienceThe 4-week field placement in the second semester provides an opportunity to apply new skills and knowledge while obtaining valuable work experience.
Academic titleOffice Administration Ontario College Certificate
Course descriptionFirst Semester
Course Number / Title Credits
CS 021 Communication Fundamentals I * 3
and
CS 031 Communication Fundamentals II * 3
or
CS 007 Persuasive Writing 3
OA 122 Office Procedures I 3
OA 125 Document Production I 4
OA 128 Computer Applications I 4
OA 130 Business Math 3 Total 17 or 20
Second Semester
Course Number / Title Credits
CS 220 Business Communications 3
OA 108 Introductory Accounting 3
OA 222 Office Procedures II 3
OA 225 Document Production II 4
OA 228 Computer Applications II 3
OA 230 Records Management 3 Total 19