Computer Information & Office Systems

Administrative professionals are at the information center of every office and their titles reflect the shifting role they play and the increased responsibilities they have assumed. A few of these titles include administrative assistant, executive assistant, technical assistant, receptionist or information clerk, payroll assistant, information/database specialist, help-desk technician, and desktop or website publishing specialist.

The Computer Information and Office Systems (CIOS) program provides career education leading to an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or Occupational Endorsement Certificates (OECs) that prepare students for career entry or advancement while developing and refining lifelong learning skills, fostering flexible career path options and building confidence to adapt to new technological demands in the workplace.

The CIOS program prepares entry-level, experienced, or workforce re-entry level office workers to successfully engage in business office environments where communication, technical, organizational, interpersonal, and teamwork skills are essential to business success. CIOS courses also cover topics that help prepare students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examinations and the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) and Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) certification examinations.

In addition to structured classes, the Mat-Su College CIOS Skill Center provides an open entry/open exit enrollment for a student to learn a variety of skills on a self-paced basis. The following programs are available:
 

Note: Detailed information on Occupational Endorsement Certificates, Student Learning Outcomes, and the Associate of Applied Science degree are available in the current MSC Bulletin. 

July 28, 2008