Faculty: Vocational School This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of office management and executive assistance, focusing on the skills and techniques needed to manage office operations and support executive functions. Students will explore key topics such as office administration, communication, project management, and organizational behavior. The major emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge and practical skills to prepare students for careers in office management, executive assistance, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamental principles of office management and executive assistance and their role in organizational success. - Develop skills in managing office operations and administrative tasks. - Learn techniques for effective communication and interpersonal skills. - Explore the principles of project management and organizational behavior. - Understand the impact of technological advancements on office management. - Analyze the challenges and opportunities of working in office management and executive assistance. - Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address challenges in office management. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Office Management and Executive Assistance** - Overview of office management and executive assistance, its history, and its significance in organizational success. 2. **Office Administration and Operations** - Fundamentals of office administration, including record keeping, scheduling, and resource management. - Techniques for managing office operations efficiently. 3. **Communication and Interpersonal Skills** - Principles of effective communication, including verbal, written, and digital communication. - Techniques for building and maintaining professional relationships. 4. **Project Management** - Overview of project management, including planning, execution, and monitoring. - Techniques for managing projects and meeting deadlines. 5. **Organizational Behavior and Leadership** - Fundamentals of organizational behavior, including motivation, teamwork, and leadership. - Techniques for fostering a positive organizational culture. 6. **Technological Tools for Office Management** - Impact of technological advancements, such as office software and communication tools, on office management. - Techniques for leveraging technology to enhance office efficiency. 7. **Ethics and Professional Practice in Office Management** - Overview of ethical and professional considerations in office management and executive assistance. - Techniques for ensuring ethical and professional conduct in office management. 8. **Emerging Trends in Office Management** - Impact of emerging trends, such as remote work and digital transformation, on office management. - Techniques for adapting to and leveraging new trends in office management. **Assessment Methods:** - Office management and project management projects to evaluate practical skills. - Written assignments and case studies to assess knowledge of office administration and communication. - Presentations and reports on organizational behavior and technological tools. - Participation in group projects and office management simulations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Office Management: A Skills Approach" by Diane M. Bowers. - "The Executive Assistant's Guide to Managing Projects and Priorities" by Melba J. Duncan. - "Organizational Behavior: Improving Performance and Commitment in the Workplace" by Jason Colquitt, Jeffery LePine, and Michael Wesson. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of business principles is recommended. This major is suitable for students in office management, business administration, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically, this major runs for four academic years, with a combination of lectures, practical sessions, and office simulations. **Certification:** Upon successful completion, students may receive a degree in Office Management and Executive Assistance, depending on the program and institution. **Target Audience:** This major is designed for undergraduate and graduate students in office management, business administration, and related fields, as well as professionals seeking to enhance their skills in office management and executive assistance. This major prepares students and professionals to excel in the field of office management and executive assistance, leveraging theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and an understanding of emerging trends to manage office operations and support executive functions effectively.