Office Administration, AAS
A25370
program is available online
Official Program Description registered with the NC Community College System:
The Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for employment as administrative office personnel who use skills in the areas of office management, office finance, legal office, virtual office, customer service, and office software.
Course work includes computer applications, oral and written communication, analysis and coordination of office tasks and procedures, records management, and other topics depending on the subject area selected within this curriculum.
Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in a variety of office positions in business, government, and industry. Upon graduation, students may be eligible to sit for industry recognized certification exams.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Office Administration program, a graduate should be able to:
- Use technology to perform administrative tasks required for day-to-day operation in an office setting.
- Produce accurate business documents.
- Apply professional and ethical standards in the workplace.
Degree Awarded
The Associate in Applied Science Degree - Office Administration is awarded by the College upon completion of this program.
Note
Progression in this program is dependent on satisfying course prerequisites and maintaining a grade of C or better in selected courses.
For More Information
The Office Administration program is in the Business and Computer Technologies Division. For more information, call (919) 739-6886, or visit our Web site at www.waynecc.edu.
Admissions
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- A placement test in English, mathematics, reading, and computer skills is required to determine the entry-level courses that match individual needs.
First Step To Enroll:
Call the Admissions and Records Office at (919) 739-6720.
First Semester
| ACA 111 | College Student Success |
1
| 1 |
| CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers |
4
| 3 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry |
3
| 3 |
| OST 132 | Keyboard Skill Building |
3
| 2 |
| OST 136 | Word Processing |
4
| 3 |
| OST 164 | Office Editing |
3
| 3 |
| | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective |
3
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 18 |
Second Semester
| CTS 130 | Spreadsheet |
4
| 3 |
| ENG 114 | Professional Research & Reporting |
3
| 3 |
| OST 134 | Text Entry & Formatting |
4
| 3 |
| MAT 110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy |
4
| 3 |
| OST 184 | Records Management |
4
| 3 |
| OST 145 | Social Media for Office Professionals |
4
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 18 |
Third Semester
| BUS 153 | Human Resource Management |
3
| 3 |
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business |
3
| 3 |
| WBL 110 | World of Work |
1
| 1 |
| OST 153 | Office Finance Solutions |
4
| 3 |
| OST 286 | Professional Development |
3
| 3 |
| | Social/Behavioral Science Elective |
3
| 3 |
| | Major Elective | | 0-3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 16-19 |
Fourth Semester
| BUS 137 | Principles of Management |
3
| 3 |
| BUS 240 | Business Ethics |
3
| 3 |
| MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing |
3
| 3 |
| OST 289 | Office Administration Capstone |
4
| 3 |
| | Major Elective | | 2-3 |
| | Major Elective | | 0-3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 14-18 |
Total Credit Hours: 66-73
Electives
Major Electives
Select 2 - 6 semester hours from the following:
Social/Behavioral Science Electives
Choose one course from the Social/Behavioral Science list of Optional General Education Courses for AAS Programs.
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives
Choose one course from the
Humanities/Fine Arts list of Optional General Education Courses for AAS Programs.