The office administrator is central to the efficient function of any office environment, and there are general administrative functions common to all offices. This course aims to familiarise students with these general functions, including managing office supplies, implementing record management systems and handling petty cash.
SACOB Short Courses are not accredited and are intended to offer you knowledge and skills in a particular field and is a non-credit bearing short course.
- Description
- Overview
- Qualification
- Designation
- Requirements
- Duration
- Packages
- Assessment
- What's Next?
Description
The office administrator is central to the efficient function of any office environment, and there are general administrative functions common to all offices. This course aims to familiarise students with these general functions, including managing office supplies, implementing record management systems and handling petty cash.
Accreditation
This is a SACOB Short Learning Programme or Short Course.
Overview
The role and function of the secretary
Reception duties and diary management
Office equipment and ergonomics
Office supplies
Creating evidence and maintaining confidentiality
Record management systems
Handling petty cash
Handling mail
Travel and events management
The rules of typing
Creating business documents
Qualification
Certificate of Completion of a SACOB Office Administration Short Course.
Designation
This Short Course can qualify you for an advantage in studying in the field of Office Admin, and can make you eligible to take on more senior responsibilities in your current position.
Requirements
This course is suited for anyone who is wanting to gain knowledge and understanding within the field. There are no specific entrance requirements.
Duration
10 weeks
Packages
Online Standard:
- Textbooks
- Introduction Video
- Q & A Platform
- Concept Videos
- Forums
Assessment
Self-assessment quizzes
Timed Quiz 1
Written assignment
Timed Quiz 2
What's next
You are now eligible to further your studies with more short courses or take it a level up and go for a professional body certification to build onto these vital skills.
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