Office Administration - General
- Credential:
- Ontario College Certificate
- College Code:
- CONS
- School:
- Business
- Program Code:
- 1095
- Accelerated Delivery:
- Yes
- Campus:
- DO, GU, BR
- Academic Year:
- 2021/ 2022
Notice:
To effectively participate in remote learning, students in this program must have reliable Internet access and meet these device requirements.
This is an eText program. Learn about our eText initiative.
About the Program
Today's office is a dynamic place to work with global networking, communication and work flows becoming increasingly complex and challenging. In order to ensure the efficiency of the organization, employers depend on office administrators to provide effective clerical support to all levels of management. They need staff with exceptional computer skills and organizational skills and specific business skills such as bookkeeping, customer service and document processing. In this one-year certificate program, students develop the necessary technical, organizational and interpersonal skills that will enhance their role as an effective member of the office team. With a wide variety of hands-on practical experience and creative thinking skills, graduates are fully trained to meet the demands of today's challenging work environment.Program Information
Length: One-year Ontario College Certificate program (also available part-time)Delivery Sequence:
Brantford - September/2021 - Fall | Winter
Doon (Kitchener) - September/2021 - Fall | Winter
Doon (Kitchener) - January/2022 - Winter | Spring/Summer
Doon (Kitchener) - May/2022 - Spring/Summer | Fall
Guelph - September/2021 - Fall | Winter
Location: Kitchener - Doon, Guelph, and Brantford
Start: Kitchener - Doon September, January and May, Guelph and Brantford September only
First-Year Capacity: Kitchener -Doon-September 45, January 35, May 50, Guelph 35, Brantford 20
Note:
Students that successfully complete the Office Administration - General (1095) program are eligible to apply to level 3 of the Office Administration - Executive (1096) diploma program. Space in the Office Administration - Executive program is limited and transfer applicants are not guaranteed a seat in the program. Depending on the number of applications and the number of available seats, a ranking process may be used.Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older with mature student status (See Mature Student definition for details.)
- Grade 12 compulsory English, C (min 60%) or U (min 50%), or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Communications (COMM1270) min 60%
- For more information on preparatory programs, visit Academic Upgrading
Admission Procedures
- An academic strength is calculated by averaging the submitted marks of required subjects. Minimum average considered is 60%. If more than one mark is received for a required subject, the highest mark will be used in the calculation.
- Ten (10) additional marks are added to each Advanced level, OAC, U, U/C, and post-secondary course used in the calculation of academic strength.
- A sound English background is important for success in this program and is considered during the admission selection process. Minimum cutoffs apply.
Program Requirements
- Students in the Office Administration - General, Executive and Legal programs should demonstrate:
- a strong interest and aptitude in computer applications.
- a solid base of written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- the ability to produce business-related documentation to time-sensitive deadlines.
- This is an eText program. Learn about our eText initiative.
Tuition & Fees
Tuition fee details for the 2020-2021 year are listed below. Fees for the next academic year are unavailable at this time. Books and supplies are additional.
Estimated fees based upon the previous academic year (2020 / 2021) for Office Administration - General - Program # 1095
| Description | Fall 2020 | Winter 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 | $1348.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.95 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $18.40 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| CSI Association Fee | $84.50 | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $512.00 | $303.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Brantford U-pass | $0.00 | $52.80 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee - Brantford | $0.00 | $70.50 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $15.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $3.50 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $65.00 |
| Session Total | $2538.50 | $2248.80 |
| Year Total | $4787.30 |
| Description | Fall 2020 | Winter 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 | $1348.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.95 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $18.40 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Capital Development Fee | $77.08 | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $84.50 | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $512.00 | $303.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $15.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $3.50 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $65.00 |
| Session Total | $2615.58 | $2273.08 |
| Year Total | $4888.66 |
| Description | Fall 2020 |
|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $0.00 |
| Administration Fee | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 |
| Capital Development Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $0.00 |
| eText Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $0.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $0.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $1871.40 |
| Year Total | $1871.40 |
| Description | Winter 2021 | Spring 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 | $1348.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Capital Development Fee | $77.08 | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $197.65 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $512.00 | $303.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $20.10 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $65.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $2699.83 | $2208.08 |
| Year Total | $4907.91 |
| Description | Spring 2021 |
|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 |
| Capital Development Fee | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $97.35 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $512.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $20.10 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $65.00 |
| Session Total | $2599.53 |
| Year Total | $2599.53 |
| Description | Fall 2020 | Winter 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 | $1348.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.95 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $18.40 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| CSI Association Fee | $84.50 | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $512.00 | $303.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $15.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $3.50 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $65.00 |
| Session Total | $2538.50 | $2125.50 |
| Year Total | $4664.00 |
International Fees
Estimated International fees based upon the previous academic year (2020 / 2021) for
Office Administration - General - Program # 1095
| Description | Fall 2020 | Winter 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $6250.00 | $6250.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.95 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $18.40 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| CSI Association Fee | $84.50 | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $512.00 | $303.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Brantford U-pass | $0.00 | $52.80 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee - Brantford | $0.00 | $70.50 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $15.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $3.50 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $65.00 |
| Session Total | $8315.50 | $7525.80 |
| Year Total | $15841.30 |
| Description | Fall 2020 | Winter 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $6250.00 | $6250.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.95 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $18.40 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Capital Development Fee | $77.08 | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $84.50 | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $512.00 | $303.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $15.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $3.50 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $65.00 |
| Session Total | $8392.58 | $7550.08 |
| Year Total | $15942.66 |
| Description | Fall 2020 |
|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $6250.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $0.00 |
| Administration Fee | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 |
| Capital Development Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $0.00 |
| eText Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $500.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $0.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $0.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $7648.40 |
| Year Total | $7648.40 |
| Description | Winter 2021 | Spring 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $6250.00 | $6250.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Capital Development Fee | $77.08 | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $197.65 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $512.00 | $303.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $20.10 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $335.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $65.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $8311.83 | $7485.08 |
| Year Total | $15796.91 |
| Description | Spring 2021 |
|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $6250.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 |
| Capital Development Fee | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $97.35 |
| ISR | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $512.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $20.10 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $165.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $65.00 |
| Session Total | $8041.53 |
| Year Total | $8041.53 |
| Description | Fall 2020 | Winter 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $6250.00 | $6250.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.95 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $18.40 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| CSI Association Fee | $84.50 | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $512.00 | $303.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $15.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $3.50 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $65.00 |
| Session Total | $8315.50 | $7402.50 |
| Year Total | $15718.00 |
Financial Assistance
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Graduate Opportunities
Graduates will find entry-level employment opportunities in a variety of office settings working as an administrative assistant.Opportunities might include receptionist, customer service representative, data entry clerk, bookkeeper, accounting clerk or office assistant.
On average, 85% of graduates from the last three years (2017 to 2019) found employment within six months of graduation.
For more details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, see the Government of Canada website: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home
Pathways & Credit Transfer
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Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
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Program Courses
| Course Code | Course Title and Description |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | |
| ADMN1305 | Document Processing
Description: In this course, students will develop and apply touch typing skills to the preparation of business documents typically used in an office environment. Using a web-based software program, students will apply touch typing skills to the production of a variety of business-related documents including business letters, memos, and E-mail messages according to specific content, layout and formatting guidelines. Students will be expected to organize work and produce correctly formatted and accurate work within a specified timeframe. |
| COMM1085 | College Reading & Writing Skills
Description: This course focuses on the reading, writing and critical thinking skills needed for academic and workplace success. Students will analyse, summarize, and discuss a variety of readings and apply the steps of planning, writing, and revising in response to written prompts. This course prepares students for post-secondary writing tasks, research, and documentation. |
| COMP1080 | Spreadsheets
Description: Students gain hands-on experience using Microsoft Excel creating an assortment of spreadsheet documents. A variety of software features will be explored including: worksheet chart and database features; multi-sheet workbook options; functions, formulas and 3-D formulas and a variety of formatting tools. |
| COMP1355 | Presentation Software
Description: Students will develop proficiency using presentation software tools in this course. Students will learn how to create, design, and present business materials and presentations using a wide variety of editing and formatting features, sophisticated visual elements, sound, video, templates, interactive graphics and more. Emphasis will be placed on creating effective designs. |
| COMP1913 | Word Processing
Description: Students gain hands-on experience with the most current word processing software, creating an assortment of business-related documents typically found in today's office environment. A wide range of software features will be explored and implemented to ensure efficiency in document production and proper formatting procedures. Proofreading skills will be emphasized to ensure accuracy. In addition, students will be introduced to the Windows operating system and will employ effective file management techniques. |
| CON0101 | Conestoga 101
Description: This self-directed course focuses on introducing new students to the supports, services, and opportunities available at Conestoga College. By the end of this course, students will understand the academic expectations of the Conestoga learning environment, as well as the supports available to ensure their academic success. Students will also be able to identify on-campus services that support their health and wellness, and explore ways to get actively involved in the Conestoga community through co-curricular learning opportunities. |
| MATH1820 | Foundations of Business Math
Description: This course will provide the student with learning tools that will help them to improve basic arithmetic skills and to develop reasoning and problem solving skills. It is designed for students to help them bridge any existing gap between their current preparation and college level math. |
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Electives: General Education
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options | |
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| ACCT1060 | Bookkeeping for Office Settings
Description: This course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamentals of bookkeeping. Topics include bookkeeping terminology, various journals including cash payments, cash receipts, sales and purchases, general adjustments, financial statements. |
| BUS1095 | Office Procedures I
Description: This course will focus on the skills required to be a productive member of an office team. Students will develop the necessary skills to behave ethically, communicate, manage information, assist in the preparation of meetings and make travel arrangements within an office environment. |
| CDEV1830 | Career Success
Description: This course focuses on the skills needed to conduct a successful job search. Students will explore the labour market and identify trends that may impact their future careers. They will develop skills for an effective job search including networking, self-marketing documents and tools as well as interview skills. Mock interviews will provide the opportunity for practice, feedback and reflection as students prepare for future interviews. Students will develop a personalized job search plan to support their future careers. |
| COMM1410 | Fundamentals for Effective Written Communication
Description: This course is designed to help students acquire accuracy and clarity in written communication for business workplace settings. The course will also help students develop writing skills that reinforce the use of correct grammar and mechanics. Emphasis will be placed on applying correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling to a variety of business-related documents. |
| COMP1060 | Advanced Spreadsheets
Description: Building on concepts in Spreadsheets, this course covers advanced formula creation and examines Microsoft Excel's analysis tools. Students participate in hands-on training activities including the creation of advanced formulas and templates to validate data entry and importing data into Excel. A variety of analysis tools will also be explored. |
| COMP1908 | Advanced Word Processing
Description: Building on concepts and functions developed in Word Processing, students will demonstrate mastery of advanced features of the most current word processing software to create and enhance error-free business-related documents. Proofreading and file management skills will be emphasized. |
Program Outcomes
- Conduct oneself professionally and adhere to relevant legislation, standards and codes of ethics.
- Schedule and coordinate tasks, within specific deadlines and according to set priorities.
- Receive, process and distribute communications in the workplace to assist the flow of information.
- Operate and provide support related to the use of office equipment and technologies.
- Locate, file and retrieve documents and records from a variety of electronic and paper sources to support daily office operations.
- Record basic financial information using established document formats, procedures and accounting software.
- Produce routine business documents using available technologies and established standards and formats.
- Use interpersonal and client service skills to respond to diversity and to support the vision and mission of the organization.
- Compile resources as well as services to prepare summary reports.
- Select and use information technologies to support communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Assist in the organization and coordination of meetings and travel arrangements.
Program Advisory Committees
The College appoints Program Advisory Committee members for diploma, degree, certificate and apprenticeship programs. Committees are composed of employers, practitioners and recent program graduates. College representatives (students, faculty, and administrators) are resource persons. Each committee advises the Board on the development of new programs, the monitoring of existing programs and community acceptance of programs.For a list of the current members, please visit our Program Advisory Committees.
Program Handbook
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Domestic students should apply online at www.ontariocolleges.ca or by phone at 1-888-892-2228. OntarioColleges.ca 60 Corporate Court Guelph, Ontario Canada N1G 5J3. Detailed steps on the application process may help you to apply.International students should apply online using the Ontario Colleges.ca International applicant portal. Please note that not all programs are open to international students; check the list of open programs on our International Student Programs web page before applying.
Disclaimer
The College reserves the right to alter information including requirements and fees and to cancel at any time a program, course, or program major or option; to change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered; to change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies in the job market or for budgetary reasons; or to withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations, over-acceptance of offers of admission, budgetary constraints, or for other such reasons. In the event the College exercises such a right, the College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to the College.
Students actively registered in cohort delivered programs who take longer than the designed program length of time to complete their studies are accountable for completing any new or additional courses that may result due to changes in the program of study. Unless otherwise stated, students registered in non-cohort delivered programs must complete the program of study within seven years of being admitted to the program.
| Start Date | Campus | Status** |
|---|---|---|
| SEP, 2020 | Brantford | Closed |
| SEP, 2020 | Kitchener - Doon | Closed |
| SEP, 2020 | Guelph | Closed |
| JAN, 2021 | Kitchener - Doon | Open |
| MAY, 2021 | Kitchener - Doon | Open |
| SEP, 2021 | Brantford | Open |
| SEP, 2021 | Kitchener - Doon | Open |
| SEP, 2021 | Guelph | Open |
| JAN, 2022 | Kitchener - Doon | Open |
| MAY, 2022 | Kitchener - Doon | Open |
Program status for international students
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