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Executive Secretary

SAQA ID 59909
NQF Level 4 (140 credits)

Core Subjects (Compulsory)

  • Business English
  • Mathematical Literacy
  • Intro to P.C.
  • Word Processing
  • Presentation Graphics
  • Principles of Customer Service
  • Typing Speed Development
  • Principles of Business Communication
  • Windows
  • Spreadsheets
  • General Office Practice
  • Typing Skills for the Executive Secretary
  • Audio Typing

Choice Subject (Subject to Prior Learning.)

  • Keyboarding

Specialisation Subjects (Compulsory)

  • Reception and Switchboard Skills
  • Introduction to Business Accounting (FMI)
  • Word Processing Advanced
  • Spreadsheets Advanced

Personality Profile

  • Pleasant
  • Friendly
  • Co-operative
  • Confident
  • Responsible

Outcomes

  • Understand the Operational Environment.
  • Demonstrate an Understanding of Customer Service.
  • Operate computers in the Business  Environment.
  • Be competent in the duties of Executive Secretary.
  • Possess thorough knowledge of Reception and Switchboard duties and responsibilities.
  • Understand basic principles of Bookkeeping.
  • Operate advanced functions of Software Packages.

Career Opportunities

  • Executive Secretary
  • Front – Line Reception Positions
  • Personal Assistant

Qualifications

  • SAQA ID: 59909 Certificate in Secretarial Studies 140 Credits NQF Level 4
  • Executive Secretary – Qualification (Boston)

(A minimum typing speed of 35 w.p.m must be obtained.)

(Workplace experience and assessment is necessary to obtain NLRD number at SAQA)

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