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Program Facts 
Prepare for a position as a business office administrative assistant with this certificate program. Get an introduction to advanced and integrated word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software along with Internet tutorials on Web browsing and e-mail. You’ll also learn computer skills, business management principles and business writing techniques. This program is the second in a two-certificate sequence (following the Office Assistant Certificate).
Take classes in business software packages, word processing/spreadsheet/presentation software, computer and digital literacy, computer information systems, business organization and more. All courses are taught by multidisciplinary faculty who are experts in their fields. Many courses are offered online or in blended formats, giving you added flexibility.
Getting a certificate program is a convenient and affordable way to earn college credit and test out career paths that might be a good fit for you. Harper College features three large open computer labs that are staffed with certified IT Student Support Assistants who can assist with select coursework. You can also get additional experience outside the classroom by participating in a variety of student organizations.
This 17 credit-hour certificate program prepares students for positions as business office administrative assistants. Students are introduced to advanced word processing and spreadsheets, to use of the Internet including Web browsing and e-mail, and to the integrated use of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Students are also introduced to computer skills and business management principles and to business writing. This certificate is the second in a two-certificate sequence: Office Assistant and Administrative Assistant.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select one of the following options: 1 | 3 | |
Option 1 | ||
| CAS 105& CAS 115& CAS 125 | Word Processing Software and Spreadsheet Software and Database Software | |
Option 2 | ||
| CAS 160 | Introduction to Business Software Packages | |
| CAS 135 | Presentation Software2 | 1 |
| CAS 205 | Advanced Word Processing Software2 | 1 |
| CAS 215 | Advanced Spreadsheet Software2 | 1 |
| CAS 290 | Office Assistant Capstone2 | 2 |
| CIS 100 | Computer and Digital Literacy | 3 |
| CIS 101 | Introduction to Computer Information Systems | |
| ENG 130 | Business Writing3 | 3 |
| MGT 111 | Introduction to Business Organization | 3 |
| Total Hours | 17 | |
For more information about administrative assistant courses, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.