Course Overview

 

Introduction  

 

This programme provides you with the skills and knowledge in secretarial administration and a range of related fields that are of direct relevance to employment as Personal Secretary / Assistant and Administrative Assistant.

 

 

Entry Requirements

 

To apply for this course, you must have at least 3 GCE 'O' Level passes :   

• English Language (Grades 1 – 7)
• Mathematics/Additional(Grades 1 - 7) or Principle of Accounts(Grade 1 – 7) and 1 other subject(Grades 1 – 7)
• Or a pass in any subject at Nitec level
• Or Entrance test conducted by ITE

Core Modules

• Business Communication

• Public Relations                                     

• Office Applications

• Principles of Marketing                                         

• Business Fundamentals

• Event Management                           

• Accounting Fundamentals

• Advanced Office Applications                           

• Office Administration

Elective Modules                                            

• Business Statistics          

• Human Resource Administration

Duration

420 hours

Progression Opportunities 

Graduates may apply for admission to the 1st year of a related course at the polytechnics. However, your admission is subject to you meeting the entry requirements set by the respective polytechnics. After the polytechnic diploma, graduates can go on to pursue a university degree.

Career Prospects

Higher Nitec in Business Studies (Administration) graduates, equipped with skills in office administration, are employed by government departments, statutory boards and private sector companies.

Based on the 2006 graduate employment survey, the mean gross monthly salary of Higher Nitec in Business Studies (Administration) graduates is about $1,250. Your career advancement prospects will improve as you grow in experience and upgrade your skills and knowledge by taking up higher-level courses.