Office Technologies: Certificate

Program Mission

The mission of the Office Technology Certificate program is to prepare students for administrative careers that require a solid foundation in information technology such as business application specialist, keyboard specialist, social media manager, graphic design application specialist, web content editor, through the use of innovative teaching methods, diverse modes of instruction, flexibility of course selections, and the inclusion of 21st century workplace skills.

Program Learning Outcomes

Communicate effectively in business settings using communication technologies.
Collaborate in a project environment utilizing teamwork skills such as creative problem solving, conflict resolution, and diversity awareness.
Utilize technology to acquire, process and manage information for effective decision making.
Demonstrate mastery of discipline-specific skills in office technology including the use of office applications to solve business problems and support business processes.

The Office Technology program allows students to combine core office technology skills with business or additional computing skills. It prepares students for careers as administrative assistants, secretaries, computer application specialists or program coordinators, or for civil service office positions.

SUNY Broome is now making it easier than ever to get the skills you need so you can get the job you want. Courses in our valuable Office Technologies Certificate are offered fully online, on campus, hyflex (choose your modality), and in shortened 7 week formats.

This allows students:

A balanced schedule: choose courses when and where is best for you
Quicker access to advanced skills: progress more quickly through higher level skills in a single year
Job readiness: obtain a powerful skillset

Whether you are interested in just taking a class, or enrolling full-time in the certificate program, let’s talk about this opportunity!

Program Notes

Complete the program in 9 months (two semesters) as a full-time student, providing course prerequisites have been met
Courses can be completed online or on campus
Full and part-time study available
Credits earned transfer directly into the AAS in Business Information Management

Advantages of the Certificate in Office Technologies

Acquire valuable technology skills
Innovative and creative learning environment
State of the art technology utilized in courses
Small classes afford individual attention
Courses taught by knowledgeable, subject-matter experts
Get your start in a variety of career fields such as Office Administration, Database Entry, Customer Service, Marketing Support, Legal Office Assistant, Medical Office Support, and more.