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Executive Assistants are the backbone of the modern office environment. From productivity and software expertise to managing complex projects, executive assistants are valued and indispensable business generalists.
Centennial College’s Office Administration - Executive program will prepare you, in just two years, to execute a range of duties performed by executive assistants who work with upper level management in today's technically advanced workplaces.
Through simulated class lessons and a five-day-per-week field placement in the final semester (with companies such as KPMG, Bombardier and non-profit organizations), you'll gain practical experience.
You'll also develop essential office and business skills in:
- Office productivity software (Microsoft/Apple/Google Suite)
- Office technology fundamentals and support
- Business writing
- Marketing fundamentals
- Social media, Website Development and online communications
- Presentation and business correspondence
- Conference planning
- Meeting planning and minute-taking
- Project management
- Accounting and bookkeeping fundamentals
- Collaboration and leadership
- Career Planning and networking
- Virtual Office Administration & Entrepreneurship
- Strategic planning and leadership
Members of executive teams and senior management depend on graduates of this business diploma program to demonstrate exceptional technical and communication skills.
A five-day-per-week work placement at some of Toronto’s prestigious law firms will allow you to put those skills to use in real-life experiences before you graduate.
Future Alumni
Program Highlights
Hands-on training provided in the Office Administration - Executive program develops your expertise in essential automated office systems such as word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software.
- You build your skills portfolio as you learn from faculty members with real experience and up-to-date knowledge of business trends and related technology requirements
- Learning in small class environments within The Business School allows you to connect with faculty members on a one-on-one basis.
- The Office Administration - Executive field placement is an opportunity to explore your career prospects, build your network and gain valuable work experience.
- The diploma reflects high standards of learning, increasing your career opportunities.
Career Outlook
- Administrative Professional
- Executive Assistant
- Office Manager
- Office Supervisor
- Administrative Support Officer
- Office Coordinator
- Assistant to the president of an organization
Education Pathways
Qualified graduates of the Office Administration - Executive program may be eligible to participate in an articulated program with select universities, institutes and professional associations. These partnerships allow you to apply academic credit toward further study.
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