Office Administration – Executive

Gain the skills to provide specialized administrative support.

Program Overview

Critical training

Using your laptop in our Internet-connected classrooms, you'll complete interactive assignments and learn the skills most in demand by today's employers. The two-year program focuses on the higher-level technical and professional skills required if you wish to work in an executive office.

Things you'll learn

• Advanced administrative functions such as arranging travel and taking minutes.
• Executive support skills such as banking and payroll.
• Advanced Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access).
• Business writing, Internet research and report writing skills.

Administrative Simulation or Field Placement

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.

Additional information

You’ll also learn:

• Leadership skills needed by office supervisors.
• Webpage design including combining text, graphics, audio and video.
• Oral presentation skills.
• Job search and interview techniques.

Maximize Your Learning With Mobile Computing

Sheridan’s mobile computing teaching environment gives you 24/7 access to the course materials and software applications used in class. Using your personal laptop computer, you can perform class activities, complete assignments, and e-communicate with your professors and classmates. Mobile computing gives you freedom and flexibility that lead to greater learning.

"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