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Administration Skills for New Professionals

  • Level(s) of Study: Professional / Short course
  • Course Fee:

    Free to eligible participants

  • Start Date(s): 9 April 2024
  • Duration: Tuesday 9 to Thursday 11 April 2024, 10am-4pm, three days
  • Study Mode(s): Short course
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  • Entry Requirements:
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Introduction:

Please note: This course is delivered through the Enterprising Ashfield project, which is funded by the Government's Towns Fund. Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is pleased to offer free (fully funded) places on this course to support individuals and employees of businesses that are based in the towns of Kirkby-in-Ashfield and Sutton-in-Ashfield.

The standard fee would normally be £435.

On this course, you'll learn the essentials of working productively and efficiently in an office administration environment to become successful in your profession.

You'll learn essential skills suitable for all administrative professionals, from organisation skills to business etiquette, and from effective communication techniques to understanding the latest technology.

It's ideal for anyone who is just starting out or in the early stages of their professional career and looking for a boost in a competitive sector.

It's also suitable for anyone who would like a change in their career and would like to know more about working in an office environment.

With a limited number of places on the course, you'll have the one-to-one attention you need to ensure you leave with the skills to continue developing your skills at home or work.

Here's what our previous attendees said:

"I have gained skills in excel and I feel that I can use it in a more professional manner. I have a new appreciation for communication, especially when language barriers are concerned. The team building exercises were engaging and fun!"

"This course was really good to refresh my knowledge in Administration Skills, even also picked up some new skills to add to my CV! The tutor was great, thank you!"

"I'm looking to start up a new business, so this course has been very useful for me. I have increased knowledge in Excel, Google Forms and PowerPoint."

"I wanted to do this course so that I could increase my chances of future employment. I now have an understanding of different applications which will assist my personal progression
I really liked picking up tips and tricks of different programmes, but the aspect of this course I most enjoyed was the opportunity for team building and presentation"

"This course was great practise for my already existing skills. I now remember how to use programs such as PowerPoint and Excel - the amount of practical work was really good!"

What you’ll study

On this course you'll learn the essentials of working productively and efficiently in an office administration environment.

This course will provide you with an opportunity to master the fundamentals of the Microsoft Office suite, as well as gain confidence in communicating with a range of stakeholders.

During this course you will:

  • learn how to work with colleagues and as part of a team, focusing on communication skills
  • practice professional etiquette, from answering a phone and composing emails to presenting a professional and friendly image to internal and external stakeholders
  • consider how to communicate successfully in challenging situations and when to be assertive
  • understand how to manage calendars, diaries and emails, and effective note-taking
  • plan your time effectively and enhance your productivity through project planning and task prioritisation
  • recognise how to work effectively away from the office when working remotely, and how to get the most from online meetings
  • learn how to structure your presentations to make the biggest impact in communications with a variety of stakeholders.

It's delivered through lectures, group discussions, classroom activities and real-life examples.

You'll get to know your way around Microsoft Office applications including Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, focusing on their key function, formatting and creating engaging presentations.

You'll look at the various career pathways within office administration and how to boost your CV to get noticed when applying for an administration role.

What will you gain?

By the end of the course, you’ll have gained confidence to make a good start and thrive in an office environment.

You'll leave with a greater understanding of the nature of the administration sector and your key role within it.

You'll also receive a certificate of attendance when you complete the course, which is a great way to enhance your CV.

How you’re taught

This course will be based at the Summit Centre in Kirkby-in-Ashfield.

Contact hours

Tuesday 9 to Thursday 11 April 2024, 10am-4pm, three days

This course is also running on the followi ng dates:

Tuesday 9 to Thursday 11 July 2024, 10am-4pm, three days
Tuesday 8 to Thursday 10 October 2024, 10am-4pm, three days

Tutor profile: András Fésüs

András is an accomplished education management professional who has worked at higher education institutions across the Midlands, including Coventry University, De Montfort University, the University of Nottingham, and Nottingham Trent University.

He originally trained as a language teacher and started his own language school, and also delivers leadership training courses for managers.

András is particularly skilled in giving feedback; his delegates achieve a great deal in a short time, surprising themselves with the level and range of their writing and communication skills.

Fees and funding

This course is available at no cost to people living or working in the eligible Kirkby-in-Ashfield or Sutton-in-Ashfield areas.

How to apply

Click to here apply.

If you have any questions about this course, you can email EnterprisingAshfield@ntu.ac.uk or call us at +44 (0)115 848 2813.