Business - Office Administration, Certificate of Achievement
The Office Administration program adds to the foundation skills of the Business Information Worker Certificate of Achievement to prepare students for a higher level of responsibility, to include functions in bookkeeping entries, more advanced word processing and spreadsheet skills, and a choice of other business skills often used within the scope of an office administration position. The productivity tools learned through this program are immediately applicable to office administration positions and will enhance effectiveness far into the future of any business career. Earning the Associate-level degree adds the additional dimension of general education.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Produce documents and process information utilizing Microsoft Office.
- Apply basic information system concepts in a business environment.
- Demonstrate professional communication and appropriate office etiquette.
- Utilize business accounting software.
- Perform additional activities typically assigned to office personnel.
Certificate of Achievement Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | ||
| Select one of the following: | 0-1 | |
| Keyboarding for Computers | ||
or typing proficiency test with a typing speed of 40 wpm with 5 or fewer errors in 5 minutes (0) | ||
| BUSI 70 | Business Communication | 3 |
| CSIS 1 | Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| MS Office Paths | ||
| Select one track from the following: | 3 | |
| Track 1: | ||
| Computer Applications - Microsoft Office Word | ||
| Computer Applications - Microsoft Office Excel | ||
| Computer Applications - Microsoft Office PowerPoint | ||
| Track 2: | ||
| MS Office Applications and MS Office Applications Lab | ||
| Soft Skills | ||
| Select one of the following soft skills courses: | 3 | |
| Effective Leadership in Business | ||
| Customer Service | ||
| Computerized Accounting Skills | ||
| BUSI 120B | QuickBooks Online Accounting Software | 3 |
| Business Responsibility Area | ||
| Select two of the following business responsibility area courses not already selected above: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Business | ||
| Effective Leadership in Business | ||
| Introduction to E-Marketing | ||
| Business Mathematics | ||
| Total Units | 21-22 | |
Please refer to the graduation requirements section of the Catalog for information about degree and certificate requirements including Reading and Writing, Mathematics, Information Competency, and General Education requirements.
The model sequence of coursework below is one pathway for students to complete the program. The information below is not an official educational plan. An MPC Counselor can assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. Visit MPC’s Counseling website for more information about Counseling and up-to-date program requirements.
Suggested Course Sequence
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Units | |
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Business or Effective Leadership in Business or Introduction to E-Marketing or Business Mathematics | ||
| BUSC 109 | Keyboarding for Computers (or Typing Proficiency Test) | 1 |
| Select one of the following MS Office Options: | 3 | |
| Computer Applications - Microsoft Office Word and Computer Applications - Microsoft Office Excel and Computer Applications - Microsoft Office PowerPoint | ||
| MS Office Applications and MS Office Applications Lab | ||
| Units | 10 | |
| Spring | ||
| BUSI 70 | Business Communication | 3 |
| BUSI 120B | QuickBooks Online Accounting Software | 3 |
| CSIS 1 | Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| BUSI 22 or BUSI 64 | Effective Leadership in Business or Customer Service | 3 |
| Units | 12 | |
| Total Units | 22 | |
MPC “Ready to Work” Career Education programs offer students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills needed for employment and job advancement.
All students should consult with a Counselor to discuss career pathways, for support with career exploration and planning, and to create a personalized education plan to help them meet their academic, career, and personal goals. Visit MPC’s Counseling website for more information about Counseling services provided by MPC and to connect with a Counselor.
Additional resources are available through MPC’s Career & Transfer Resource Center (CTRC). The CTRC offers career resources, workshops, guidance and referrals. Visit the CTRC for support finding online career information and other resources to explore majors, occupations, and employment information.