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THIS COURSE/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION HAS BEEN UPDATED/REPLACED!
Please refer to our online course guide at
bowvalleycollegeweb.com
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CAREERS IN ADMINISTRATION
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATE
The role of the administrative assistant is rapidly changing and
growing in scope and complexity. This program provides you with the
practical skills and knowledge to take on a wide range of
responsibilities related to office work. Learn software applications,
keyboarding, administrative procedures, information administration, and
communications, as well as a range of interpersonal skills that make you
an effective and skilled member of any office environment.
COURSES IN PROGRAM*
(Subject to Change)
The following courses must be completed to obtain the one-year
certificate.
Career Skills Evaluation
College Success Skills
Keyboarding / Skillbuilding I
Keyboarding / Skillbuilding II
Document Processing I
Business Communications I
Business Communications II
Outlook
Interpersonal and Organizational Skills
Office Services I
Office Services II
PowerPoint
Document Processing II
Introduction to e-Portfolio
Access
Excel
Preparation for the Workplace
Work Experience for Office Administration
* For more information on the individual courses in this program, please
refer
to the glossary of courses on page 133.
CHECKLIST
Admission Requirements:
Refer to
Admissions Procedures for Full-Time Programs on page 8 for further
clarification.
Credit in English 30-1 or 30-2 or equivalent
Credit in Grade 10 Math (excluding 14 & 16 levels)
OR:
Successful completion of the General Equivalency Development test (GED)
with a standard score of 520 in Language Arts: Reading and Writing and
450 in Math
OR:
Satisfactory results on the BVC Admissions test
International Applicants or Applicants Educated Outside of Canada
English language proficiency can be demonstrated by any one of:
Must present a minimum score of 71 on the internet-based TOEFL test (iBT)
or equivalent
OR:
Complete the Bow Valley College EAP program with a grade of B
OR:
Obtain satisfactory results on the BVC Admissions Test
The Math requirement may be met by presenting English transcripts
showing equivalent level Math completion or attaining a passing mark on
the same program entrance examination.
Note: a minimum keyboarding speed of 25 wpm is strongly recommended.
Transferability
Graduates of the certificate program may be accepted into:
Grande Prairie Regional College
Keyano College
Lethbridge Community College
For more information, see the Program Coordinator at Bow Valley College
at 403-410-1573.
Fees & Dates
Dates: Sept. 2, 2008 & Jan 6, 2009
Program length: Two semesters (One year)
Domestic Tuition $2,320.50
Semester 2 $2,320.50
International Tuition $4,641.00
Semester 2 $4,641.00
Student Card Fee $5.00
Semester 2 $5.00
Student Association Fee $49.60
Semester 2 $49.60
Materials Fee $25.00
Semester 2 $25.00
Domestic Health and Dental $127.00
Semester 2 $127.00
International Health and Dental $240.00
Semester 2 $240.00
Total Tuition & Fees - Domestic $2,527.10
Semester 2 $2,527.10
Total Tuition & Fees - International $5,087.60
Semester 2 $5,087.60
* Fees per semester.
Course Descriptions
(Subject to Change)
Business Communications I
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Learn the importance of correct and current business English
as well as other communication essentials for the office environment.
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Business Communications II
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Prerequisite: Business Communication I
This course focuses on enhancing your writing strategies and skills by
editing and composing a variety of relevant emails, memos, and letters.
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Career Skills Evaluation
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This final course in the college success series helps you
assess your employment skills and design a professional development
plan as you prepare to transition from college to the workplace.
College
Success Skills
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Enhance and strengthen your skills for success for
college and career. Emphasis is on personal management, study
skills, and critical thinking.
Computers in the Workplace
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This course provides an insightful guide to the full
potential of computers in the workplace.
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Document Processing II
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Combine keyboarding, computer applications, formatting
and communications skills in the production of reports, tables and
advanced letters from printed, handwritten and electronic sources.
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Document Processing III
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Prerequisite: Document Processing II Combine keyboarding,
computer applications, formatting and communications skills in the
production of a variety of advanced business documents.
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Human Resource Fundamentals
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Learn the techniques and activities associated in
acquiring, developing, and maintaining an effective work force.
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Integrated Projects
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In this applied course you manipulate and integrate
Microsoft Office applications by working through a business project.
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Internet Explorer
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Learn the basic functions and capabilities of the
Internet using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 Web Browser.
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Interpersonal and Organizational Skills
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This course prepares you for entry into the contemporary
Canadian office setting.
Manual filing techniques are also covered.
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Introduction to e-Portfolio
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This course introduces you to e-portfolio philosophy and
software. Create and maintain an e-portfolio that emphasizes your
personal, educational, and career goals.
Introduction to Organizational Behaviour
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This course introduces behaviour of groups and
individual, leadership, and organizational structures.
Introduction to Project Management
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Learn about the basic techniques of project management in the
workplace.
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Keyboarding and Document Processing I
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Learn the alphabetic and numeric keys by touch using
proper techniques and learn how to format simple business letters
and memos.
Manual Accounting
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Examine the basics of budgeting, including cash flow
planning, and learn to keep complete records for a small business in
this class.
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Microsoft Word
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Learn the basic functions and capabilities of Microsoft
Word 2003.
Management Studies in Supervision
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Through a practical approach, this course investigates the various
techniques and issues associated with supervision.
Microsoft Access
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Learn the basic functions and capabilities of Microsoft Access 2003.
Microsoft Excel
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Learn the basic and intermediate functions and capabilities of
Microsoft Excel 2003.
Microsoft Outlook
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Learn to use the various time management and communication tools
available through Microsoft Outlook.
Microsoft PowerPoint
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Learn the basic and intermediate functions and capabilities of
Microsoft PowerPoint 2003.
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Office Services
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Review the common equipment and services found in todays
business offices.
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Learn how to plan and
organize workplace-specific meetings and conferences.
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Preparation for the Workplace
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This course prepares you to enter the workplace by
identifying essential skills and attributes needed in a business
office. Develop an effective cover letter and rιsumι, and practise
interviewing other job search techniques.
Understanding the Oil and Gas Sector
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Learn the basics of the oil and gas industry and its language.
Work Experience for Office Administration
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Put your skills and knowledge to work in a four week full-time
practicum in a local company or organization.
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