Office Management

Why study Office Management?

You will learn to use up-to-date computer software designed for office use.  If you are interested in a fast-paced occupation utilizing computer technology, a career in office management could be for you.

In this role, you may be responsible for managing huge amounts of data that make up the backbone of businesses and services.  Office employees are expected to be skilled in the use of computers, have strong people and organizational skills, strong communication skills and be able to produce accurate materials in a timely manner.

Program requirements

• Professional Certificate in Office Support Services program requirements.
• A.A.S. in Business Management with Office Management Specialty program requirements.

According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, here are some significant points about the future of this field:

• Office management is expected to be among those with the largest number of new jobs.
• Opportunities should be good for applicants with extensive knowledge of software applications.
• Office employees today perform fewer clerical tasks and are increasingly taking on the roles of information and communication managers.

Skills required

• Are you a good organizer, detailed, and efficient?
• Can you take initiative?
• Do you deal well with people?
• Can you express yourself well, both verbally and in writing?

Contact

Jodi Stucker, Office Management Program Advisor
Fielding Technical Center
(660) 530-5800, ext. 7260
jstucker@sfccmo.edu