Course Description

This course provides the essential tools, skills, and knowledge needed to perform administrative responsibilities to support executives and other high-level professionals. Topics covered in this course include:
- Format documents
- Speak on the phone professionally
- Work as a receptionist
- Manage your time
- Manage an office
- Write and communicate in a business environment
- Write emails effectively and politely

The course materials are available online on the learning platform Brightspace on the course start date. Your instructors are recognized professionals in the field. 

More Information

  • Learning options: Courses available online.
  • A la carte: Individual courses are available, or earn the certificate by completing all courses within five years.
  • Recommended: English proficiency, basic computer skills and keyboarding, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Materials: A business calculator is recommended for accounting courses and a USB memory stick for all computerized courses.  
  • Time commitment: For each course hour, ensure time for study and assignment submission.
  • Minimum enrolment: If the minimum enrolment target is not met, a course may be cancelled. 
Registration usually closes 24 – 48 hours before the course starts, or sooner if the course is full. Register early to secure your seat.

Course Offerings


Any-time Online

A course delivery mode where learning activity takes place at times and locations of the learners own choosing through the use of online communications technologies. Learners are NOT required to participate in any scheduled learning activities, but scheduled exams may be required.

Start/End Date

Oct 11, 2023 - Dec 11, 2023

Hours

21

Price

$335.00 CAD

Start/End Date

Dec 13, 2023 - Feb 13, 2024

Hours

21

Price

$335.00 CAD

Start/End Date

Feb 14, 2024 - Apr 14, 2024

Hours

21

Price

$335.00 CAD

Start/End Date

Apr 10, 2024 - Jun 10, 2024

Hours

21

Price

$335.00 CAD

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