As technology continues to change the way we handle basic business functions, careers in office administration must evolve to keep up with the times. Advanced training in business, communications, word processing, and data entry can set you apart from other applicants when applying for jobs in office administration. Get the advanced training you need from Kaplan Career Institute–ICM Campus.
What Will You Study?
In the secretarial science studies: office administration program at Kaplan Career Institute–ICM Campus, you will take courses in accounting, business communication, sociology, psychology, business organization, and management. Hands-on training in keyboarding, shorthand, speedwriting, office machines, and today's most popular computer software programs will prepare you for a seamless transition to the workplace.
Prior to graduation, you will be required to complete an externship through which you can gain real-world job experience at an approved facility in the Pittsburgh community.
What Will You Do on the Job?
Upon graduation from the secretarial science studies: office administration program, you will be prepared to pursue positions in the business industry. Entry-level tasks for office administrators may include:
- Conducting research for special projects
- Coordinating itineraries for business trips
- Handling routine organizational and administrative duties
- Preparing meeting rooms
- Scheduling appointments
- Summarizing reports
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Certification Exams
The courses taught in this program can prepare you to take the Certified Administrative Professional exam sponsored by the International Association of Administrative Professionals.*
* However, the Institute cannot guarantee a student's eligibility either to take this exam or become certified. A student's eligibility may depend on his or her work experience, completion of high school (or its equivalent), not having a criminal record, meeting other licensure or certification requirements, or the program or Institute itself having appropriate accreditation or licensure. Externship sites may themselves require a criminal background check or medical examination.