Administrative Assistant Training

The administrative assistant program at Miami University – Hamilton prepares students for careers as an administrative assistant, executive assistant, marketing assistant, office manager, or sales assistant. The program focuses on performing the duties of administrative assistants, secretaries, and stenographers. Program courses include: business communications, principles of business law, word processing and data entry, office machines operation and maintenance, office procedures, public relations, secretarial accounting, filing systems and records management, and report preparation. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer administrative assistant training.

Miami University – Hamilton (MTSO)

3081 Columbus Pike, Delaware, OH

Miami University – Hamilton (Miami Hamilton) is one of three regional campus of Miami University, a state-assisted university with a national reputation. Other regional campuses are located in Middleton, Ohio, while the main Miami University campus is located in Oxford, Ohio. This commuter campus offers certificate programs, associate degrees, and bachelor’s degrees, as well as beginning coursework for most four-year degrees. Miami Hamilton students appreciate the small class sizes and flexible schedules.

College of Professional Studies & Applied Sciences (CPSAS) Departments:

• Business Technologies
• Computer and Information Technology
• Engineering Technology
• Integrative Studies
• Justice and Community Studies
• Nursing

Student services include academic advising, learning assistance, career counseling, and job placement, as well as cultural programs, wireless internet connectivity throughout campus, athletics, and on-site childcare.

After admission to Miami Hamilton, an academic advisor will review your transcripts and submit them to the Office of Records and Registration to be evaluated. Once reviewed, you will need to contact the Advising office to set up an appointment. Visit the school's primary enrollment portal to view program requirements, course equivalencies, and see how courses you’ve taken transfer to another college or university.

Detailed information on Tuition and Fees (https://miamioh.edu/regionals/admission/index.html) for Miami Hamilton

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Career Options for Graduates

Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

Description

Provide high-level administrative support by conducting research, preparing statistical reports, handling information requests, and performing clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, and scheduling meetings. May also train and supervise lower-level clerical staff.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, executive secretaries and executive administrative assistants employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -5.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Columbus, OH
  • Total Employment: 6
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.53
  • Average Annual Salary: $53100

Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

Description

Perform routine clerical and administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, or providing information to callers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, secretaries and administrative assistants, except legal, medical, and executive employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Columbus, OH
  • Total Employment: 12
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.68
  • Average Annual Salary: $34690

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).