About the course

Today’s competitive, global businesses require office professionals to be responsible to manage the administrative tasks that support their challenging, dynamic office environments. Employers need office administrators with exceptional computer skills, efficient document processing skills, the ability to communicate professionally, and the organizational expertise to keep the office running smoothly. In this two-year diploma program, students develop their technical, communication and interpersonal skills. With a wide variety of hands-on practical experience built into the program and emphasis on critical thinking, ethical decision-making and problem-solving skills, graduates are fully trained to meet the demands of today’s challenging office environment. At the end of the program, students will have the opportunity to showcase their skills by participating in a 90-hour field placement position in a local business. Interested in taking this program on a part-time basis It's possible to complete this program while still working full-time and fulfilling your other commitments. Graduates may find employment in a variety of office settings working as an administrative assistant. It is expected that graduates of this two-year diploma program would obtain higher level administrative positions than that of the one-year program and increased opportunities for advancement. Employment opportunities might include customer service representative, administrative or executive assistant. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: CA$28,326

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Kitchener
Fall (September), 2024	Kitchener
Fall (September), 2024	Guelph
Fall (September), 2024	Brantford
Winter (January), 2025	Kitchener
Fall (September), 2025	Kitchener
Fall (September), 2025	Guelph
Fall (September), 2025	Brantford
Winter (January), 2026	Kitchener

　　

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