Overview
About the Program
The curriculum is comprised of core office administration, business, management, and communications courses.
Students will gain computer skills involving Microsoft® applications and SharePoint basics; this certificate is an ideal steppingstone into many of MTC’s associate degree programs.
This is a two-semester curriculum comprised of core office administration courses and studies in business, management, and communications. Credits earned can apply to an associate degree.
Learning Outcomes
- Communicate effectively both in writing and orally with co-workers, customers, managers, and end-users.
- Perform mathematical calculations related to the office environment.
- Recognize and solve problems through analysis, evaluation, and synthesis, to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrate good work habits, effective interpersonal and teamwork skills, and a high level of professionalism.
- Use technologies to evaluate business problems and apply software applications to record, analyze, and present information.
Occupational Certification Opportunities
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) – Office 365 Certification
Application Requirements
- MTC Application for Admission and nonrefundable applicable fee.
- Final high school transcript (or GED results) and college transcripts (if applicable).
- Successful completion of the Basic Skills Assessment (ACCUPLACER) and Technology Skills Test (TST) is required. Any college foundation courses recommended by placement assessment results are also required.
Career Opportunities
- Receptionist
- Information Coordinator
- Technical Office Assistant
- Office Clerk
Curriculum
The following is a typical course sequence for completing this program. The actual time needed to complete the program will vary according to each student’s individual needs.
First Semester
Second Semester
Total Credit Hours: 30