Office Administrative Assistant Professional

This course of study prepares students as Administrative Assistants to act as the first point of contact for administrative activities in a workplace setting in collaboration with management. Students will acquire technical skills that support office operations and activities with a focus on continued technological advances that require the students’ agility and skill adaptation in the workplace. Students will take courses that will introduce the “soft skills” needed to interact professionally with management, coworkers, and clients to provide quality service. They will also enhance their written and verbal communication skills as well as develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, learn how to organize and communicate confidential and time sensitive material, and become proficient in a variety of software applications. This program encourages students to be lifelong learners and appreciate the continued technological advances that are apparent in the office environment.