Office Administration - Executive
Play a key role in operational success - specialize in executive office administration.
- Become proficient in MS Office suite through document production, transcription, desktop publishing, accounting practices, database and project management
- Benefit from supportive and experienced facilitators who are active in their industry
- Small class sizes enable students to have stronger peer relationships, and closer contact with professors
Program Availability and Schedule
Availability
Availability varies by course. Click here to view availability for courses in this program.
Schedule
Given the part-time delivery of this program, there is not a standard schedule for all learners.
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The four-level Office Administration - Executive Ontario College Diploma program prepares you for a rewarding career as an administrative professional in the public or private sector.
Develop essential skills through extensive applied practice in a simulated office in the areas of office management, domestic and international travel, event planning, finance, human resources and social media....(read more)
Overview
Play a key role in operational success - specialize in executive office administration.
The four-level Office Administration - Executive Ontario College Diploma program prepares you for a rewarding career as an administrative professional in the public or private sector.
Develop essential skills through extensive applied practice in a simulated office in the areas of office management, domestic and international travel, event planning, finance, human resources and social media.
Enhance your computer skills and develop proficiency using current software packages, online applications and collaborative workplace tools through document production, transcription, desktop publishing, accounting practices, database and project management.
Upon graduation, you may find employment within a variety of office environments such as corporations, government, associations and small businesses.
Courses
Read this before applying:
Part-time students who started the program before Winter 2023, please consult the Academic Planner in ACSIS to register for courses.
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Course Number |
Hours | Course Name | Fall |
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Series: 01 | |||
ENL1962 | 42.0 | English Fundamentals | ![]() |
OFF2326 | 42.0 | Digital WorkspACE Applications | ![]() |
OFF2335 | 28.0 | Presentation Applications | ![]() |
OFF2339 | 70.0 | Document Production and Keyboarding 1 | ![]() |
OFF2338 | 70.0 | Administrative Skills and Procedures | ![]() |
QUA2227 | 42.0 | Business Math Foundations | ![]() |
Series: 02 | |||
ACC2207 | 56.0 | Bookkeeping | ![]() |
ENL1813B | 42.0 | Communications I | ![]() |
OFF2300 | 56.0 | Advanced Word Processing | ![]() |
OFF2340 | 70.0 | Document Production and Keyboarding 2 | ![]() |
OFF2395 | 56.0 | Spreadsheet Applications (Oa) | ![]() |
General Education Elective: choose 1 | |||
AST2000 | 42.0 | Introduction to Astronomy | ![]() |
COR1737 | 42.0 | Psychopathology - an Introduction to Mental Illnesses | ![]() |
DSN2100 | 45.0 | Design Thinking | ![]() |
ENV5004 | 42.0 | Waste-Free Ontario | ![]() |
FAM1003 | 40.0 | Psychology of Learning | ![]() |
FIN2300 | 42.0 | Introduction to Personal Finance | ![]() |
GED0021 | 42.0 | Disability in Arts: Portrayals and Identity | ![]() |
GED0022 | 42.0 | Positive Psychology: the Science of Happiness and Well-Being | ![]() |
GED0024 | 42.0 | Anti-Racism: Theory and Practice | ![]() |
GED2200 | 42.0 | Free Speech and the Challenge of Social Media | ![]() |
GED5007 | 42.0 | Transatlantic Slavery and Its Abolition | ![]() |
GED5010 | 42.0 | The Fungus Among Us | ![]() |
GED5301 | 42.0 | On Death, Dying and Medical Assistance in Dying (Maid) | ![]() |
GED7105 | 42.0 | Professionalism and Ethics | ![]() |
GEO0012 | 42.0 | Foreign Landscapes and Their Inhabitants | ![]() |
MGT2346 | 42.0 | Introduction to E-Business | ![]() |
PSI1702 | 42.0 | Government of Canada | ![]() |
PSY0010 | 42.0 | Criminal Psychology - Psychopathic MindsCriminal Psychology - Psychopathic Minds What makes a psychopath tick? Are they born that way, or are they products of society? Are serial killers really possessed with evil, or do they know exactly what they are doing? In this course, students will study how and why some individuals become criminals and why some actually become killers. You will study what is known about serial killers, stalkers, rapists and criminals. Also, the latest techniques used in criminal profiling and questioning will be examined. There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. | |
SCI2200 | 42.0 | Dynamic Dna: You Are Not Alone | ![]() |
Series: 03 | |||
ACC2208 | 56.0 | Accounting Practices | ![]() |
OFF2279 | 56.0 | Desktop Publishing | ![]() |
OFF2291 | 56.0 | Database and Project Management | ![]() |
OFF2328 | 28.0 | Travel and Meeting Management | ![]() |
OFF2341 | 14.0 | Advanced Keyboarding | ![]() |
General Education Elective: choose 1 | |||
AST2000 | 42.0 | Introduction to Astronomy | ![]() |
COR1737 | 42.0 | Psychopathology - an Introduction to Mental Illnesses | ![]() |
DSN2100 | 45.0 | Design Thinking | ![]() |
ENV5004 | 42.0 | Waste-Free Ontario | ![]() |
FAM1003 | 40.0 | Psychology of Learning | ![]() |
FIN2300 | 42.0 | Introduction to Personal Finance | ![]() |
GED0021 | 42.0 | Disability in Arts: Portrayals and Identity | ![]() |
GED0022 | 42.0 | Positive Psychology: the Science of Happiness and Well-Being | ![]() |
GED0024 | 42.0 | Anti-Racism: Theory and Practice | ![]() |
GED2200 | 42.0 | Free Speech and the Challenge of Social Media | ![]() |
GED5007 | 42.0 | Transatlantic Slavery and Its Abolition | ![]() |
GED5010 | 42.0 | The Fungus Among Us | ![]() |
GED5301 | 42.0 | On Death, Dying and Medical Assistance in Dying (Maid) | ![]() |
GED7105 | 42.0 | Professionalism and Ethics | ![]() |
GEO0012 | 42.0 | Foreign Landscapes and Their Inhabitants | ![]() |
MGT2346 | 42.0 | Introduction to E-Business | ![]() |
PSI1702 | 42.0 | Government of Canada | ![]() |
PSY0010 | 42.0 | Criminal Psychology - Psychopathic MindsCriminal Psychology - Psychopathic Minds What makes a psychopath tick? Are they born that way, or are they products of society? Are serial killers really possessed with evil, or do they know exactly what they are doing? In this course, students will study how and why some individuals become criminals and why some actually become killers. You will study what is known about serial killers, stalkers, rapists and criminals. Also, the latest techniques used in criminal profiling and questioning will be examined. There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. | |
SCI2200 | 42.0 | Dynamic Dna: You Are Not Alone | ![]() |
Series: 04 | |||
OFF2319 | 56.0 | Simulated Practicum | ![]() |
OFF2331 | 28.0 | Portfolio and Career Management | ![]() |
OFF2333 | 70.0 | Event and Conference Management | ![]() |
OFF2334 | 56.0 | Executive Integrated Projects | ![]() |
General Education Elective: choose 1 | |||
AST2000 | 42.0 | Introduction to Astronomy | ![]() |
COR1737 | 42.0 | Psychopathology - an Introduction to Mental Illnesses | ![]() |
DSN2100 | 45.0 | Design Thinking | ![]() |
ENV5004 | 42.0 | Waste-Free Ontario | ![]() |
FAM1003 | 40.0 | Psychology of Learning | ![]() |
FIN2300 | 42.0 | Introduction to Personal Finance | ![]() |
GED0021 | 42.0 | Disability in Arts: Portrayals and Identity | ![]() |
GED0022 | 42.0 | Positive Psychology: the Science of Happiness and Well-Being | ![]() |
GED0024 | 42.0 | Anti-Racism: Theory and Practice | ![]() |
GED2200 | 42.0 | Free Speech and the Challenge of Social Media | ![]() |
GED5007 | 42.0 | Transatlantic Slavery and Its Abolition | ![]() |
GED5010 | 42.0 | The Fungus Among Us | ![]() |
GED5301 | 42.0 | On Death, Dying and Medical Assistance in Dying (Maid) | ![]() |
GED7105 | 42.0 | Professionalism and Ethics | ![]() |
GEO0012 | 42.0 | Foreign Landscapes and Their Inhabitants | ![]() |
MGT2346 | 42.0 | Introduction to E-Business | ![]() |
PSI1702 | 42.0 | Government of Canada | ![]() |
PSY0010 | 42.0 | Criminal Psychology - Psychopathic MindsCriminal Psychology - Psychopathic Minds What makes a psychopath tick? Are they born that way, or are they products of society? Are serial killers really possessed with evil, or do they know exactly what they are doing? In this course, students will study how and why some individuals become criminals and why some actually become killers. You will study what is known about serial killers, stalkers, rapists and criminals. Also, the latest techniques used in criminal profiling and questioning will be examined. There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. | |
SCI2200 | 42.0 | Dynamic Dna: You Are Not Alone | ![]() |
Careers & Pathways
Careers
Graduates may find employment in administrative fields within the private and public sectors (corporations, small- or medium-size businesses, government, institutions and associations). With further experience, graduates may progress to positions as senior executive assistants, office managers or may explore entrepreneurial options.
Pathways
Please use our Pathways tool to search for pathway options.
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Conduct oneself professionally and adhere to relevant legislation, standards and codes of ethics.
- Manage the scheduling, coordination and organization of administrative tasks and workflow within specific deadlines and according to set priorities.
- Coordinate the collection, analysis, distribution and response to communications in the workplace to facilitate the flow of information.
- Operate and provide support related to the use, maintenance and procurement of office equipment and technologies.
- Evaluate, establish and administer a variety of records management systems to ensure confidential, secure, accessible and organized electronic and paper records.
- Produce financial documents and reports by identifying and compiling relevant information and using accounting software.
- Prepare and produce a variety of business documents using available technologies and applying industry standards.
- Use interpersonal, leadership and client service skills to respond to diversity and to support the vision and mission of the organization.
- Research, analyze and summarize information on resources and services and prepare summary reports with recommendations.
- Select and use information technologies to support communication with internal and external stakeholders and to promote the organization.
- Organize and coordinate meetings, conferences, special events and make travel arrangements, including the preparation of related documentation.
- Support the implementation of projects by applying basic principles of project management.
- Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.
Tuition & Fees
2025/2026 Academic Year
Fees are subject to change.
Fees for part-time programs are charged on a course-by-course basis and are published on each individual course page. For questions related to fees, please call the Registrar's Office at 613-727-0002.
Graduation Fee:
Once you have completed all the courses in the program, it is the responsibility of the student to complete a credential application (https://www.algonquincollege.com/online/certificationgraduating/). A graduation fee is charged when the application is submitted. After your credential application has been approved, you will be invited to Convocation.
Additional program related expenses include:
Books and supplies cost approximately $600 for Levels 03 and 04. For more information visit https://www.algonquincollege.com/coursematerials/
Admissions Requirements
All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.
College Eligibility
The following requirements are recommended to ensure success in the program:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent; OR
- Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing, for which a fee will be charged.
Program Eligibility
There is no direct entry to this program. Students must apply to the Office Administration - General program Year 1 of the program in order to have entry into Year 2 of the Office Administration - Executive program.
Interested applicants should contact the AC Online Department.
Field placements are only available to students registered in the on-campus program.
Application Information
Read this before applying:
Part-time students who started the program before Winter 2023, please consult the Academic Planner in ACSIS to register for courses.
Additional Information
Program Resources
International students wishing to study online should visit https://www.algonquincollege.com/online/international for information related to International online students and for International fees information prior to registering. Please note that AC Online programs do not qualify international students for new study permits or study permit extensions.
PLEASE NOTE: In the Office Administration programs there are certain courses where it is mandatory for the students to have a Windows-based computer as some of the software application functions used in the program do not run effectively on other platforms (even when running via Parallels on MAC). MAC laptops and Chromebooks will not be supported in the Office Administration programs.
Field placements are only available to students registered in the on-campus program.
Courses appearing to be unavailable online (during the registration period) may have substitute courses which are taken instead. If you are a full-time student, you are automatically put into those courses; if you are part-time, please contact our office for the current substitutions and links to these courses.
PRIOR LEARNING AND RECOGNITION (PLAR):
Students who wish to apply for PLAR need to demonstrate competency at a post-secondary level in all of the course learning requirements. Evidence of learning achievements for PLAR candidates may include a comprehensive challenge examination and/or completion of a portfolio.
AC ONLINE ACADEMIC PLANNER:
The Academic Planner provides registered part-time students the ability to declare into a program of study. The Academic Planner outlines successfully completed courses to date, as well as courses that need to be completed in order to meet graduation requirements. It is therefore, essential that all part-time students declare to their program of study, allowing administrators to plan course offerings. The tool is available on ACSIS, located under 'Part-time Students' on the left-hand toolbar.
PROGRAM PROGRESSION:
As per policy AA39: Program Progression and Graduation Requirements when students are admitted to a program, they are assigned to the Program of Study that aligns with their start date. If a student takes a break for two or more consecutive terms the Program of Study is reset to align with the current version (when studies are resumed).
Contact
Future Students
For additional information, please contact our Customer Service Representative team at online@algonquincollege.com and they will direct you to the best person to answer your specific questions.
Current Students
For additional information, please reference the AC Online Circle of Care.