Office Administration - Executive
Study location | Canada, Ontario, Mississauga |
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Type | Diploma, College |
Nominal duration | 2 years, includes one field placement |
Study language | English |
Course code | POFAE |
Tuition fee | CA$18,043 per year The fee is for the 2022–2023 academic year and includes tuition (CA$16,206), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates only for two semesters and are subject to change. |
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Registration fee | CA$400 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300). Please REVIEW the EdviseCanada`s fee policy. |
Entry qualification | High School / Secondary Education (or higher) To be eligible for admission, you must possess a high school diploma including these required courses (or equivalents) with an overall minimum average of 65 percent:
The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. |
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Language requirements | English If English is not your first language, you must provide one of the English language proficiency tests below:
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Overview
Sheridan’s Office Administration – Executive program equips you with the skills you need to enhance the efficiency of a busy professional office.
Critical training
Using your laptop in our Internet-connected classrooms, you’ll complete interactive assignments and learn the skills most in demand by today’s employers. The two-year program focuses on the higher-level technical and professional skills required if you wish to work in an executive office.
Things you’ll learn
- Advanced administrative functions such as arranging travel and taking minutes.
- Executive support skills such as banking and payroll.
- Advanced Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access).
- Business writing, Internet research and report writing skills.
Administrative Simulation or Field Placement
When you’ve completed the first three terms and have met a prescribed GPA, you can choose either an Administrative Simulation course or a Field Placement course. Both prepare you for entry-level support positions in a business, government or professional office. This experience can be invaluable when you’re ready to look for a professional executive assistant or administrative assistant position.
Additional information
You’ll also learn:
- Leadership skills needed by office supervisors.
- Webpage design including combining text, graphics, audio and video.
- Oral presentation skills.
- Job search and interview techniques.
Program Duration
The program duration for September starts is two academic years. The program duration for January starts is 16 months continuous.
Career opportunities
As a graduate of Sheridan’s Office Administration – Executive diploma program, you’ll be ready to take on the responsibilities of a busy professional office.
Here are some jobs you might find:
- Administrative or Executive Assistant
- Human Resources Clerk
- Office Administrator or Supervisor
- Product Information Coordinator
- Project Manager Assistant
- Records Management Coordinator