Office Information Systems - Spokane Community College

Office Information Systems from Spokane Community College is a Campus Associate Management and Innovation degree that prepares you for a Business career. Program Description The Office Information Systems program combines training in information processing, information systems, and office administration to give students the diversified training and background needed to hold positions of responsibility in business offices . Students are trained to use word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, web page development and project management software. Because using computer systems to manage information is the fundamental role of administrative office professionals, this program gives students a technical overview of office information systems, basic computer hardware and network administration. Advanced classes provide students with office procedures, project management and office management training. Program Goals Acquire comprehensive knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook software. Handle multiple deadlines and priorities in an office setting. Think critically and act logically to evaluate situations, solve problems, and make decisions. Handle a variety of internal and external business forms and understand their purpose. Compile and analyze data, prepare concise reports and presentations, use information processing technology and software. Demonstrate organizational, planning, and project management skills. Exhibit management initiative, dependability, and flexibility; follow directions; and have pride in quality work. Appreciate the scope of business operations and economics systems. Organize and plan office work and exercise leadership skills that make the employee a successful member of a dynamic team. Operate a variety of business machines, including computer equipment, copy machines and scanners, transcribing equipment, facsimiles, printers, telephones, and calculating machines. Acquire a technical overview of office information systems, basic computer hardware, and network administration. College credit toward degree completion may be earned by articulating from a high school business program or by completing comprehensive tests administered by the Business Technology Department. Career Opportunities Job prospects should be best for computer support specialists who are up to date with the latest skills and technologies, particularly if they have supplemented their formal education with some relevant work experience. Employers will continue to seek computer specialists who possess a strong background in fundamental computer skills combined with good interpersonal and communication skills. POTENTIAL POSITIONS INCLUDE: IT coordinator, information specialist, computer technology trainer, computer support specialist, help-desk technician. View more details on Spokane Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Management and Innovation courses.