Office Administration – General

The Office Administration – General program at Centennial College is a one-year certificate designed to equip students with fundamental administrative skills for a variety of office environments. The program covers essential topics such as business communications, office procedures, document processing, and computer applications, ensuring graduates are proficient in Microsoft Office and other industry-standard tools.

Graduates may pursue careers as administrative assistants, office clerks, or receptionists, with opportunities to advance into specialized office administration fields through further education.

Admission Requirements

• Completion of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or an equivalent credential.
• Successful completion of a Grade 12 English course at the college or university level, or an equivalent course with the required minimum grade.
• Those who do not meet the English course requirement may take the Centennial English Admission Test.

What You’ll Learn

• Communicate effectively in professional settings and produce accurate, well-formatted business documents.
• Demonstrate proficiency in keyboarding, word processing software, and transcription tools.
• Manage office technology, perform basic financial procedures, and follow standard office protocols.
• Develop strong organizational, multitasking, and career readiness skills to support workplace success.