In the one-year Ontario College Certificate Office Administration program, students learn how to communicate efficiently and prepare reports and presentations, as well as general accounting and customer service skills. Graduates are prepared to become competent professionals that managers rely on by offering the latest office computer technology and teaching how to best use their organizational and communication skills to communicate with co-workers, managers, clients, and customers.
Office Administration Students.
Unique Program Experiences
A SILEx opportunity – OA students complete a SILEX project during their Office Procedures course where they meet with a mentor working in the field of Office Admin and create a staff manual for that mentor’s workplace. Students use skills learned in all courses to ensure that their document is ready to use.
Office Administration – General grads will be equipped with the following skills:
Navigating and operating the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Excellent proofreading
Customer service
File organization and maintenance
Basic business accounting (Accounts Payable/Receivable, Petty Cash, Payroll)
General office operations (mail, multi-line phone systems, scheduling)
Student Experience
Live Client volunteer opportunities
Emergency Preparedness (assist with registration)
OAG students at Fanshawe College
“I like that the Office Administration-General program is available as a part-time course. It helps keep a balance of school and work/personal life. It makes it easier for those students who can not commit to a full load of courses but still want to enhance their careers/life.” – Melissa Prest
Your Future Career
Some employment opportunities include, but are not limited to, careers in the following:
To learn about the Office Administration – General program, including the description, admission requirements and courses, see the program website.