# PROGRAM INFORMATION Step into a world of opportunity with Northern College's Office Administration - Executive two-year diploma program. This credential is highly valued by employers, positioning you for success in Executive assistant roles across diverse organizations. Building upon the foundational Office Administrat | | | |---|---| | Type | PDF | | Size | 188 KB | [Open original PDF →](https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/Office-Administration-Executive-2026.pdf) Referenced from: [Program Outlines Archive](/pages/registrar-academic-resources/program-outlines-archive/) ## Document text ## PROGRAM INFORMATION Academic Year : 2026-2027 Credential : Ontario College Diploma Program Delivery : Full-Time Duration : 2 Years Length : 4 Semesters Program Codes(s) : B012 - Timmins Campus (PC) B275 - Haileybury Campus (HL) B276 - Kirkland Lake Campus (KL) B273 - Contact North Kirkland Lake (CK) ## DESCRIPTION Step into a world of opportunity with Northern College's Office Administration - Executive two-year diploma program. This credential is highly valued by employers, positioning you for success in Executive assistant roles across diverse organizations. Building upon the foundational Office Administration one-year certificate, students will receive both a certificate and a diploma upon completion. Throughout the program, you'll delve deeper into specialized areas such as medical terminology, transcription and business document processing, desktop publishing, and law office management. Enhanced technical skills in information systems analysis and artificial intelligence will empower you to effectively manage and optimize organizational workflows. In your final semester, you will participate in a three-week placement opportunity, providing invaluable handson experience and mentorship. Many of our graduates' secure permanent positions with their Placement employers, illustrating the program's effectiveness in preparing you for immediate career advancement. Elevate your career prospects with Northern College's Office Administration - Executive program. Gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in today's competitive administrative landscape. Start your journey towards a fulfilling career by enrolling today. ## CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Graduates of the Office Administration Program - Executive who enter the workforce will find opportunities in the following: healthcare, legal, government, industrial, commercial and financial sectors as: - Administrative assistant - Accounts payable clerk - Executive assistant - Customer service representative - Office administrator - Office manager - Employed in various workplaces in the private and public sectors ## Office Administration - Executive Program Outline 2026-2027 1 ## Office Administration - Executive Program Outline 2026-2027 ## VOCATIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Conduct oneself professionally and adhere to relevant legislation, standards and codes of ethics. 2. Manage the scheduling, coordination and organization of administrative tasks and workflow within specific deadlines and according to set priorities. 3. Coordinate the collection, analysis, distribution and response to communications in the workplace to facilitate the flow of information. 4. Operate and provide support related to the use, maintenance and procurement of office equipment and technologies. 5. Evaluate, establish and administer a variety of records management systems to ensure confidential, secure, accessible and organized electronic and paper records. 6. Produce financial documents and reports by identifying and compiling relevant information and using accounting software. 7. Prepare and produce a variety of business documents using available technologies and applying industry standards. 8. Use interpersonal, leadership and client service skills to respond to diversity and to support the vision and mission of the organization. 9. Research, analyze and summarize information on resources and services and prepare summary reports with recommendations. 10. Select and use information technologies to support communication with internal and external stakeholders and to promote the organization. 11. Organize and coordinate meetings, conferences, special events and make travel arrangements, including the preparation of related documentation. 12. Support the implementation of projects by applying basic principles of project management. ## PROGRAM COURSES The following reflects the planned course sequence for full-time offerings of the program. Programs at Northern College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. | Semester 1 | Semester 1 | Hours | | --- Source: [https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/Office-Administration-Executive-2026.pdf](https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/Office-Administration-Executive-2026.pdf)