Office Administration
Overview
By learning about all the elements that contribute to a smooth-running office, you’ll be able to help out in just about any department.
Average duration
12 – 18 months
Study Options
Who It’s For
Entry requirements
You must be at least 16-years old and have passed Grade 10 (Standard 8) or have an equivalent qualification. You don’t need any previous accounting knowledge or experience, as our foundation level courses teach you all the basics.
Course content
Bookkeeping to Trial Balance (BKTB)
This subject teaches the basics of bookkeeping, focusing on the double-entry system, recording financial transactions, and preparing a trial balance to ensure accurate financial records.
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Business Literacy (BUSL)
This subject covers essential business communication and numeracy skills, including interpreting financial information, performing basic calculations, and understanding key business concepts such as budgeting and financial statements.
From R850
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Marketing Management and Public Relations (MMPR)
This subject focuses on marketing strategies and public relations. Students learn about market research, branding, advertising, media relations, and managing a company’s reputation to effectively promote and communicate with target audiences.
From R850
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Business Law and Administrative Practice (BLAP)
This subject covers the fundamentals of business law and administrative procedures. Students learn about contract law, legal responsibilities in business, and how to handle legal documents and administrative tasks in an office setting.
From R850
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Cost and Management Accounting (CMGT)
This subject focuses on cost analysis and management techniques. Students learn about costing methods, budgeting, variance analysis, and decision-making processes to control costs and improve business performance.
From R850
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Business and Office Administration 2 (BOA2)
This subject covers advanced office administration and business management skills. Students learn about office systems, workflow management, human resources, and effective communication to enhance organizational efficiency and productivity.
From R850
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Human Resources Management and Labour Relations (HRLR)
This subject covers key HR practices and labour relations. Students learn about recruitment, employee development, performance management, and labour laws, as well as handling employee relations and resolving workplace disputes.
From R850
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Economics (ECON)
This subject introduces the basic principles of economics, focusing on supply and demand, market structures, and economic systems. Students learn how economic factors affect business decisions, pricing, and overall market behavior.
From R850
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Business and Office Administration 3 (BOA3)
This subject focuses on advanced office administration and strategic business management. Students learn about organizational behavior, financial management, project coordination, and leadership skills to effectively manage and improve office operations.
From R850
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Business Law and Accounting Control (BLAC)
This subject covers the legal aspects of business operations and the importance of accounting controls. Students learn about business law, contract agreements, compliance, and internal control systems to ensure accurate financial management and legal adherence in an organization.
From R850
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Financial Statements (FNST)
This subject focuses on preparing and interpreting financial statements. Students learn to create income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, while understanding how to analyse and assess an organization’s financial performance.
From R850
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Management (MGMT)
This subject covers the fundamentals of management, including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Students learn about decision-making, leadership styles, and strategies for managing teams and organizational resources effectively.
From R850
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Examinations
Exams / Assessment structure
All subjects can now be taken online. These can be written at work, at home, or even at a college. Provided that the environment meets the requirements.
Each subject comprises of 3 learning phases. 1 x Phase 1 and 2 comprise of an assignment and test, and phase 3 comprises of an assignment, after which you are required to sit an external summative assessment or final exam.
From R850 pm
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Study Options
Home Study Plus Tuition
The study method is ideal if you want complete control over when, how, and where you study but with the added security of having expert tutor support when you need it.
What you get:
Textbook
Workbook
Ongoing Support
Study & Solutions Guide
Access to ICB's Online Learning Platform
Related ICB courses
Benefits of studying ICB Office Administration
Industry-Relevant Curriculum
Career Advancement Opportunities
Accredited Qualification
Practical Skills Development
Flexibility and Support
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