Business Office Skills

Program Description

The Business Office Skills program is made up of modules which can be pursued individually or as a complete unit. It is a self-paced learning experience that is predominantly computer-intensive. The course begins with a core program followed by specialization in Accounting, Business Skills or Customer Service. It is designed to prepare persons who possess basic academic and office skills for careers in today’s business office in a variety of capacities. Courses are directly related to the skills needed in the current job market.

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma with senior English and Mathematics credits at the (C), (U) or (M) levels or equivalent, OR mature student status (age 19 or older)
• Keyboarding at 30 gross words per minute (preferred)
• New students may enter a subject dependent on their skills pre-test, OR skills pretest may determine advanced standing in any module

If program eligibility is not met, English and/or Mathematics upgrading may be pursued through Academic Upgrading (College preparation for adults).

Applicant Selection:

• Skills pre-test (or prior learning) in English, Mathematics and Keyboarding.
• Interview with program staff.

Your Career

Graduates from this program have a wide and varied choice of positions depending on their area of specialization, previous educational background and work experience. Prospective employment opportunities in businesses of various sizes and types include administrative assistants, desktop publishing specialists, accounting clerks, bookkeepers, receptionists/secretaries/customer service representatives.

Graduation

Once students complete the required certificate modules, they must fill out a Request to Graduate form which is available from the Registration Office. They may attend the Seneca College graduation ceremony as long as they are eligible to graduate.

• Yorkgate Campus
• Newmarket Campus
• Markham Campus

The Importance of Learning Skills

Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills.

Curriculum

* Customer Service courses can be added as additional credits.

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