Diploma in Office Administration - Executive (Fast Track) St. Clair College of Applied Arts & Technology, Chatham Campus

Graduates of this program have the skills to be executive-level administrative assistants to top-level managers in business or government. Skills include a high level of expertise in keyboarding and computer applications with some accounting. Students will learn how to do effective presentations and be well rounded in all office duties. With experience, graduates also are capable of assuming the role of office manager providing leadership to other staff.

This program targets students who want to develop strong computer and keyboarding abilities. They should enjoy working in a team environment and have excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills. Good communication skills, both written and oral are also important.

Program Highlights

Latest computer software for office applications.

Curriculum includes Desktop Publishing, Web Page Design, Simply Accounting, Human Resource Management, In-class Simulation Labs, SAM software, Express Scribe machine transcription, oral presentations, Office Suite integration with the Internet, and World Cultures.

Students who have successfully completed the 2-year OAE Diploma Program may continue their education towards a Bachelor of Commerce Degree with Davenport University or Walsh College.

Work placement could be in a financial institution, social service agency, retail office, government office, or a school setting (elementary, secondary or post-secondary).

These internships allow students to network with possible future employers and gain valuable hands-on experience.

Career Opportunities

St. Clair College is continually expanding to continue to meet the demands that the future is bringing to community. St. Clair College strives to provide students with a truly hands-on learning experience through applied learning strategies in state-of-the-art labs, numerous student support services, and by offering an amazing campus life experience. With over 12,000 full-time students, the College is focused on graduating learners with exceptional employability skills who are positioned to contribute to the growth and success of the economy within community, across the country, and around the world.

Staff have access to state of the art SportsPlex (purchase of membership required), access to events hosted at St. College’s Centre of the Arts, many on-campus restaurants including Eatery 101 and so much more. College offers meaningful work with the opportunity to make a difference, foster learning by providing staff with a tuition reimbursement program because College believes in advancing staff and supporting to reach full potential. In addition to a rewarding career, College offers competitive salaries, a defined-benefit pension plan, a comprehensive benefits package, and a wellness program.