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There’s still time to apply for this program for January 2025! This is your last chance, as this program will not be accepting applications for future terms. Apply now!
Complete interactive assignments and learn the skills most in demand by today's employers. This two-year program focuses on the higher-level technical and professional skills required if you wish to work in an executive office.
When you've completed the first three terms and have met a prescribed GPA, you can choose either an Administrative Simulation course or a Field Placement course. Both prepare you for entry-level support positions in a business, government or professional office. This experience can be invaluable when you're ready to look for a professional executive assistant or administrative assistant position.
You’ll also learn:
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"In my two years in the Office Administration – Executive Program I have gained many skills which I continue to use in my career. I was given an excellent placement, who also hired me after graduating. I am where I am because of my outstanding professors. Thank you." – Nisha Patel, Administrative Assistant, AssessMed, Mississauga
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Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
COMM 19599 | Business English | 3 |
APPL 19730 | Word Processing Applications | 3 |
APPL 10036 | Spreadsheet Essentials | 3 |
OADM 18823 | Document Processing and Proficiency | 3 |
OADM 19402 | Administrative Procedures 1 | 3 |
BUSM 12058 | Business Learning Foundations | 3 |
Total credits: 18
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
APPL 25586 | Advanced Spreadsheets | 3 |
OADM 29599 | Advanced Document Processing | 3 |
APPL 20000 | Advanced Word Processing | 3 |
FLPL 23921 | Workplace Preparation | 3 |
OADM 15292 | Administrative Procedures 2 | 3 |
General Education Course (Open) | 3 |
Total credits: 18
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
OADM 29546 | Communication Skills for Administrative Professionals | 3 |
APPL 15738 | Database Management | 3 |
OADM 24220 | Presentation and Design | 3 |
OADM 25175 | Administrative Procedures 3 | 3 |
OADM 28823 | Financial Office Management | 3 |
General Education Course (Open) | 3 |
Total credits: 18
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
APPL27670 | Multimedia Presentations | 3 |
OADM20049 | Introduction to Event Planning | 3 |
OADM20102 | Project Management for Office Administrators | 3 |
MGMT24885 | Leadership in the Workplace | 3 |
General Education Elective | 3 |
Plus one of the following:
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
FLPL28263 | Field Placement | 4 |
OADM26220 | Administrative Simulation | 4 |
Total credits: 19
Courses subject to change.
Current students should refer to their Academic Requirements in myStudentCentre to track their academic progress and outstanding course requirements.
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Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:
or
Eligible applicants are selected on the basis of previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses). Although not a requirement, Grade 12 mathematics or equivalent and basic computer skills are recommended.
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program may be advised individually regarding other related programs.
*Course duration for September starts is 2 academic years. Course duration for January and May starts is 16 months continuous.
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As a graduate of Sheridan's Office Administration – Executive diploma program, you'll be ready to take on the responsibilities of a busy professional office.
Here are some jobs you might find:
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Sheridan’s Social Service Worker – Gerontology program is the first in the province to offer our diploma program entirely online.
* Note: At this time, the virtual option is only open to domestic students.
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Sheridan recognizes and appreciates that advanced learning doesn’t always require standard classroom instruction, and that opportunities to advance skills and learn new technologies are everywhere.
If you have significant knowledge and experience in programming, web development, database and/or networking, you may choose to complete Advanced Entry Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (AEPLAR) Challenge Exams for academic credit towards your Sheridan Computer Systems Technology advanced diploma.
AEPLAR Challenge Exams are administered by and through the Sheridan College Assessment Centre or through an approved Test Centre. There are fees to write each exam (an Assessment Centre fee and a Challenge Exam fee).
Your completed Challenge Exam(s) will be evaluated to determine whether you’re eligible for credit in one or more courses within the identified program streams.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) and Advanced Standing credits are subject to Sheridan’s policies and procedures. Learn more about Sheridan’s Credit Transfer policies and procedures.
No. Challenge Exams are designed for applicants with knowledge and experience gained outside of formal education. If you have previous postsecondary education, we encourage you to apply for Advanced Standing instead — you may be eligible to apply your previously earned credits towards your new program at Sheridan.
Challenge Exams for applicants to the Computer Systems Technology – Software Development and Network Engineering program are designed to test skills in specific knowledge streams within this program:
You can also choose to complete Challenge Exams for specific individual courses within the Computer Systems Technology program.
Complete a free self-assessment test to help you determine whether Challenge Exams are a good option for you.
You must meet the program admission requirements to be eligible for admission and PLAR.
Complete a free self-assessment test for each knowledge stream you wish to challenge. This will help you determine whether your current skills will enable you to succeed in the Challenge Exam(s).
Apply to the Computer Systems Technology – Software Development and Network Engineering program.
To be eligible to complete Challenge Exams for this program, you must select "Advanced Entry" as the level of the program on your application.
Once Sheridan receives your application, we’ll send you an email with instructions on how to register and pay for your Challenge Exam(s). Follow those instructions.
Once you’ve completed your Challenge Exam(s), subject matter experts in Sheridan’s Faculty of Applied Science and Technology will evaluate them within 10 business days. The Faculty will forward your results to the Office of the Registrar, and any approved credit transfers will be posted in your Credit Transfer centre. Exam feedback will not be provided.
If you receive an offer of admission to Sheridan, please follow the instructions to confirm your offer and pay your fees by the due dates indicated in order to reserve your spot in the program.
We wish you success in this process and look forward to seeing you at Sheridan!
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Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2024–2025 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic semesters of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent semesters are not reflected on this website.
Your education is a big investment, and we're here to help! Keep an eye on our Financial Aid & Awards page for regular updates, and check out these important links:
International students beginning their full-time postsecondary studies at Sheridan may receive an entrance scholarship. A separate application is not required. Visit the International Entrance Scholarship page for details.
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If you decide you want to further your education and knowledge, transferring to our two-year Business diploma is easy!
Graduates of the Sheridan POFAE Office Administration – Executive (MTCU 52316) diploma, granted in or after Fall 2015, who have achieved a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, can transfer into the PBUSS Business diploma (MTCU 50200) program in Sheridan's Pilon School of Business.
Sheridan's PBUSS Business diploma is offered both full-time and part-time in all three semester offerings (Fall, Winter, Spring) to make it flexible and easy to access. The program is also built on course-based registration, so you can select your courses and build your own timetable according to your desired full-time/part-time status and availability. Learn more about Sheridan's PBUSS Business diploma.
Apply through myStudentCentre: If you've recently been enrolled in a Sheridan program (Fall 2021 or later), you can apply directly to Sheridan through our internal application process on myStudentCentre. (In your dashboard, select the "Registration Status" tile and then "Apply to new program" to get started.) Select PBUSS (for full-time studies) or PBUSP (for part-time studies) as your program option.
Apply through ontariocolleges.ca: If you completed your studies at Sheridan before Fall 2021, you'll need to apply through ontariocolleges.ca. Select Business PBUSS (for full-time studies) or PBUSP (for part-time studies) as your program choice.
Block Transfer will be awarded based on the following chart and attached program map for students who have completed the POFAE Office Administration – Executive program (MTCU 52316) from Sheridan's Pilon School of Business in or after Fall 2015. Previously earned open General Education courses will be counted towards the PBUSS program requirements and be calculated in the GPA.
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
COMM12423 | Business Communications | 3 |
COMM28883 | Business Communications 2 | 3 |
APPL19402 | Computer Applications for Business | 3 |
INFO10514 | Using Business Information Systems | 3 |
BUSM13551 | The Professional Edge | 3 |
MGMT28081 | Project Management in Business | 3 |
Business Elective | 3 | |
Business Elective | 3 | |
Business Elective | 3 | |
Business Elective | 3 | |
General Education Elective (Open) | 3 | |
General Education Elective (Open) | 3 |
Total Transfer granted: 36 credits (12 courses)
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
ACCG16971 | Accounting 1 | 3 |
MKTG19439 | Marketing 1 | 3 |
HMRT16127 | Human Resource Management 1 | 3 |
MATH16269 | Business Mathematics 1 | 3 |
FINA11079 | Finance | 3 |
ECON13936 | Microeconomics | 3 |
ECON22358G | Macroeconomics (General Education Elective*) | 3 |
BUSM29845 | Business Policy | 3 |
BUSM25436 | Operations Management | 3 |
Business Elective | 3 | |
Business Elective | 3 |
Plus take one of the following courses:
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
BUSM14717 | Marketing Ethics and Law | 3 |
BUSM25540 | Finance and Investment Law | 3 |
HRMT35215 | Accounting Law | 3 |
Total courses you'll need to complete to earn a Business diploma: 36 credits (12 courses)
*Please see the General Education Policy
If you've graduated from the Business diploma, you may be eligible for one of Sheridan's 4-year Honours Bachelor of Business Degree Completion programs.
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Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Interior Design curriculum and its delivery are designed to address current social issues pertinent to the design industry. This enables students to broaden their understanding of their place within the world.
Fundamental to the vision of the program is the balance of creative and conceptual thinking with the technical and business aspects of the profession. Courses follow a logical sequence with the degree of difficulty building vertically from first year to fourth year.
The various streams provide a range of design problems building in size and scope, from simple to complex in various design sectors. The curriculum builds on fundamental introductions that ensures a strong foundation for students to apply additional more complex learning and skills developed later in the program.
Studio projects are designed to mimic professional practice and require applied theory, creativity and strong technical knowledge. Curriculum is also connected horizontally across each semester to help support the learning in courses happening simultaneously. This demonstrates the inter-connected knowledge and skills required to practice in the industry.
The program provides many opportunities that expose students to practicing professionals and professional practice. Industry leaders and representatives from professional associations like ARIDO and IDC are invited into the classroom as jurors and guest speakers throughout the four years. The internship also provides professional design work experience for students before they enter their final year of study.
The curriculum is student-centric and designed to equip students with the skills that are required for entry-level design positions and advanced study. Manual skills such as drafting, drawing and model making are developed alongside digital skills using current software. Students are also well-versed in the applicable building codes and regulations required to practice in Ontario. Students are exposed to valuable research skills and encouraged to continue their learning past graduation.
Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Interior Design program aspires to:
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If you've graduated from a health-science degree other than athletic therapy or kinesiology, your application will be assessed on an individual basis.
If you're a graduate of Sheridan's Athletic Therapy or Kinesiology degree program, you may be eligible to start in the second year of this program after completing three bridging courses.
This bridging program will be available in Spring/Summer 2024.
How to apply: Submit an application using the program code PBHSB.
After successfully completing the assigned bridging courses, you'll be admitted into Year 2 (Semester 3) of our Osteopathy degree. In order to earn your Osteopathy degree, you'll need to complete all courses in the remaining three years of the program, with the following exceptions.
*Athletic Therapy graduates are also exempt from the following course:
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Our mission is to utilize harmonious, comprehensive and specialized training to empower our learners with the knowledge, skills and attitude required to demonstrate the Professional Competencies for Canadian Pharmacy Technicians at Entry to Practice.
Our vision is to graduate highly-skilled life-long learners who uphold professional integrity and promote quality and safety in practice.
Upon graduation, students in Sheridan’s Pharmacy Technician diploma program will have demonstrated the ability to pursue the career of pharmacy technician and to practice safely in a community or hospital while adhering to the scope of practice for pharmacy technicians.
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Each year, Sheridan’s Honours Bachelor of Creative Writing & Publishing (CW&P) program hosts a Writer-in-Residence. The 8-month residency is awarded to a writer who embodies the distinctiveness and dynamism of the & in our program name.
In addition to working on at least one specific writing project of their own during their tenure, the Writer-in-Residence is responsible for creative leadership, mentoring and public outreach in the area of creative writing and/or publishing.
Students in our CW&P program benefit from the work and mentorship of our Writer-in-Residence, who:
Fiction writer, editor and poet Cassidy McFadzean is joining Sheridan as the 2024–25 CW&P Writer-in-Residence.
McFadzean was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, where she earned an MA from the University of Regina. She went on to earn an MFA in poetry from the University of Iowa, and an MFA in fiction from Brooklyn College, where she was co-Editor-in-Chief and Fiction Editor of The Brooklyn Review.
McFadzean is the author of three books of poetry: Crying Dress (House of Anansi, 2024), Drolleries (McClelland & Stewart, 2019), and Hacker Packer (M&S, 2015). Her poetry has appeared in magazines across Canada and the U.S., has been anthologized in The Best Canadian Poetry, In Fine Form 2, and The New Wascana Anthology. Her fiction has appeared in Joyland, EVENT, Maisonneuve, and The Best Canadian Stories, and is forthcoming in Hazlitt, The Walrus, and Invisible Publishing's collaborative anthology Dead Writers.
In welcoming her to the post, CW&P's Associate Dean Morgan Dennis highlights McFadzean’s expertise in both poetry and fiction, as well as her editorial work at The Brooklyn Review: “McFadzean is such a well-rounded talent, which is exactly what our students are looking for. Plus, her experience in the literary journal market will be of great value to our in-house magazine—The Ampersand Review of Writing & Publishing."
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Are you a business lead who's looking to level up your company's culture of creativity and entrepreneurship?
Sheridan offers FREE, one-hour PD sessions on topics such as:
These workshops will catalyze your climate of innovation and give your team an exclusive look into Sheridan's one-of-a-kind graduate certificate in Applied Creativity and Innovation.*
Register your team for a FREE online one-hour masterclass!
Our new graduate certificate in Applied Creativity and Innovation is a great professional development (PD) opportunity for many company teams. The program teaches complex problem-solving, creativity, innovation and negotiation skills — competencies that make companies more resilient and adaptable as they face the unique challenges presented by the future of work.
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The Apprenticeship Exemption Test (AET) provides a chance for students who are learning a skilled trade to bypass in-class studies.
In most cases, you need to score 70% or higher to pass the AET. If you score lower than 70%, you'll need to wait three months before you can try again (with some exceptions for certain exams).
Apprenticeship Exemption Tests are administered at the Hazel McCallion Campus in Mississauga, through Sheridan's Assessment Centre.
Learn more about the AET, including eligibility criteria, available tests and how to register.
Sheridan is a Ministry-approved Apprenticeship Exemption Test centre, authorized through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development (MLITSD), for both apprentices and non-apprentices.
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Full-time 2 years Program code: POFAE
Start date | Campus | Delivery | Status |
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Jan 2025 | Hazel McCallion Campus (Mississauga) |
In Person
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Domestic Available
International Available
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Jan 2025 | Virtual |
Online Synchronous
|
Domestic Closed
|
May 2025 | Hazel McCallion Campus (Mississauga) |
In Person
|
Domestic Closed
International Closed
|
Sep 2025 | Hazel McCallion Campus (Mississauga) |
In Person
|
Domestic Closed
International Closed
|
Sep 2025 | Virtual |
Online Synchronous
|
Domestic Closed
|
Jan 2026 | Hazel McCallion Campus (Mississauga) |
In Person
|
Domestic Closed
International Closed
|
May 2026 | Hazel McCallion Campus (Mississauga) |
In Person
|
Domestic Closed
International Closed
|
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