Nov 21, 2024

2018-19 Gaston College Catalog

2018-19 Gaston College Catalog [THIS CATALOG IS OUT-OF-DATE. USE THE CURRENT CATALOG TO FIND CURRENT PROGRAMS.]

Office Administration - Office Software Specialist Diploma (D25370SW)

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The Office Administration-Office Software Specialist diploma program is designed for the individual entering, upgrading, or retraining in the office field with an interest in working with office software.

Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of office software, communication, team-building, critical thinking, and problem solving. Students are eligible to sit for industry-recognized certification exams.

Employment opportunities are available in a variety of office settings.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates will:

Demonstrate effective written communication techniques related to office administration.
Demonstrate, identify and assess appropriate procedures and tasks performed in an office environment.

Fall

Total Credit Hours: 15

Spring

Total Credit Hours: 18

Summer

OST 134 Text Entry & Formatting (3 Credit Hours)
OST 289 Office Admin Capstone (3 Credit Hours)
Natural Science/MAT 143 or Higher (3 Credit Hours)

Total Credit Hours: 9

Natural Science/MAT 143 or Higher Electives

Select one (1) course from the following:

Total Program Hours: 42

Note(s):

The credits obtained from this diploma may be applied toward an Associate Degree in Office Administration; however, major course credits earned over five (5) years ago will not apply.