Administrative Professional

Welcome to the world of fast-paced, rapidly changing technology. This program will help you develop the skills necessary to become a vital part of the business office. You will learn to use software as a tool to help make decisions, prepare documents, coordinate projects, and maintain a smoothly functioning business environment. Working with other professionals individually, and in teams, is an integral part of this career.

You will develop or enhance the following professional skills in the Administrative Professional program. The ability to:

• use state-of-the-art word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software to create business documents
• design, create, update, and maintain Web sites
• interpret, analyze, and present data for decision making
• communicate instructions in person and via email
• access information from the Internet and present it for decision making
• create and use multimedia and graphics in Web and other documents
• prepare financial documents
• establish priorities and organize work
• appreciate persons with diverse backgrounds
• work in a global environment with persons from other cultures

Administrative Professional Career

As an Administrative Professional, you'll be employed in one of the largest, fastest-growing occupations in the U.S. The Administrative Professional combines organizational and people skills with an expertise in office technology. Utilizing skills in software programs, graphics, communication, and professionalism, Administrative Professionals function as an integral part of the office team

Administrative Professionals are in demand. Here are some of the top jobs with an expected job growth of at least 10%:

1. Registered Nurses
2. Customer Service Representatives
3. Administrative Professionals
4. Postsecondary Teachers
5. Personal and Home Health Aides

Business Technology -- Your Future Depends On It