* textbooks, additional supplies
High school graduation (equivalent to Canadian grade 12 graduation).
TOEFL (iBT) - score of 80 or higher with no section below 19;
IELTS (Academic) - score of 6.0 or higher with a minimum band score of 5.5;
PTE score of 56 with 52 in writing;
CAEL - score of 60 or higher;
Cambridge - Certificate of Advanced English min C;
Cambridge -First Certificate in English (FCE) min. A;
EIKEN-Grade Pre-1;
CanTEST - score of 4.0 in Listening, Reading, and Writing;
MELAB - score of 80;
LPI - score of 24 (Essay Level 4);
Recognized equivalent of Canadian grade 12 English - C- (Some programs require a higher English grade)
Today’s office administration professionals need to be computer-savvy and proficient with the latest technology.
UFV’s six-month Applied Business Technology (ABT) program teaches you up-to-date office skills in:
Word processing
Keyboarding
Excel spreadsheets
Database management
Bookkeeping
Business communications
Office procedures and social media
This program is perfect if:
You're just entering the workforce and need a solid set of office skills to land a job in office administration.
You already have a degree or diploma, but want to add some hands-on office administration skills to your portfolio.
You’ve been working in an office environment for some time, but would like to refresh your skills to become proficient with new office technology.
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Once you have completed the Applied Business Technology (ABT) six-month program, you will have the business, computer, and office skills necessary to be successful in any office environment. Companies in business, government, and industry offer many opportunities for employment in office administration. The rapid growth of industry in the Fraser Valley has resulted in a continuing demand for well-trained administrative assistants. ABT graduates are in high demand and employers often ask specifically for ABT grads.
This intensive Applied Business Technology program is an excellent addition to a diploma or bachelor's degree, providing practical office administration skills to advance your career.
540 CAD/year
