CLUSTER Business and Marketing

CONCENTRATION Administrative Support

WVEIS CODE BM1465

ONET Codes & Occupations43-4021.00 – Correspondence Clerks43-6011.00 – Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants43-6014.00 – Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical and Executive43-9011.00 – Computer Operators 43-9022.00 – Word Processors and Typists43-9061.00 – Office Clerks, General43-9199.00 – Office and Administrative Support Workers, All Other

Sample of job titles upon completion of the concentration: Administrative Aide, Administrative Assistant, Administrative Secretary, Clerk Typist, Computer Operator, Correspondence Clerk, Customer Service Representative, Executive Assistant, Executive Secretary, Office Assistant, Office Manager, Receptionist, Secretary, Typist, Word Processor, Accounting Clerk, Bookkeeper

Sample of job titles upon completion of additional education: Fiscal Assistant, Operations and Maintenance Technician, Computer Specialist, Information Technology Specialist, Software Technician, Computer Technician, Underwriting Support Specialist

INDUSTRY CREDENTIALSAdministrative Assisting - http://www.nocti.org/PDFs/JobReady/4001_Administrative_Assisting.pdf Administrative Services - http://www.nocti.org/PDFs/JobReady/1105_Administrative_Services.pdf

REQUIRED COURSES (No Sequence Required)WVEIS Code Course1401 Accounting Principles I1411 Business Computer Applications I1439 Business and Marketing Essentials

Select One SpecializationOffice Support 1449 Office Management Information Support 1413 Business Computer Applications II

ELECTIVE COURSESWVEIS Code Course0422 Marketing Principles1409 Business Communications1417 Business Law1419 Business Math1421 Business Recordkeeping 1425 Cooperative Office Education HU1031 Seminar in Courts and Legal Systems

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REQUIRED COURSE SKILL SETS Career Preparation Skills Safety Leadership Development Customer and Personal Service Accounting PrinciplesAccounting ProcessFinancial ReportsFinancial AnalysisComplianceClerical ApplicationsBasic Computer Applications Administration and ManagementOffice Tasks Administrative TasksComputers and Electronics

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Skill sets for Career Preparation Skills, Safety, Leadership Development and Customer and Personal Service should be integrated throughout the concentration as remaining skill sets are delivered.

Skill Set Career Preparation SkillsKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

career paths. goal development and achievement. attitudes and work habits that support career retention and advancement. communication in varied contexts.

Performance Objectives Students will

relate skills and abilities to possible career pathways. explain methods of goal development. exhibit methods of time management and task coordination. practice professionalism in punctuality, appropriate dress, task completion, etc. investigate methods of supervision such as giving and receiving feedback and

instruction. develop and present a statement of their personal work ethic beliefs. prepare an application, cover letter, resume and thank you letter. create a personal portfolio for use when applying for employment. practice simulated job interviews.

Skill Set SafetyKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

electrical equipment safety. basic computer equipment and hardware safety. work areas and furnishings setup.

Performance Objectives Students will

demonstrate electrical safety procedures. perform basic computer equipment and hardware maintenance. set up effective work areas for surfaces and furnishings.

Skill Set Leadership DevelopmentKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

public speaking. parliamentary law. leadership concepts. characteristics of effective teams and organizations.

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Performance Objectives Students will

develop and deliver speeches. participate in meetings using parliamentary law procedures. attend leadership conferences or training (local, state or national). volunteer in community service opportunities. participate in career development events.

Skill Set Customer and Personal ServiceKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

meeting quality standards for services. evaluating customer satisfaction.

Performance Objectives Students will

communicate with customers, employees and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders and address complaints.

access customer needs, meet quality standards for service and evaluate customer satisfaction.

greet visitors or callers and handle their inquiries or direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs.

answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.

greet visitors and determine whether they should be given access to specific individuals.

provide services to customers, such as order placement or account information.

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REQUIRED COURSESBusiness and Marketing Essentials 1439

ELECTIVE COURSESMarketing Principles 0422

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These courses align with MBA Research and Curriculum Center’s national standards. You must have a username and password from MBA Research and Curriculum to access the standards. Click on each course above to view the required skill sets.

Accounting Principles I WVEIS 1401

Skill Set Accounting PrinciplesKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). application and impact of GAAP on the recordkeeping of financial

transactions. preparation of financial statements.

Performance Objectives Students will

describe and explain the conceptual framework of accounting and generally accepted accounting principles and assumptions.

define assets, liabilities, equity, revenue, expenses gains and losses. explain the accounting methods used to determine the value of accounts

receivable to be reported on the balance sheet and describe the effect on the income statement.

determine the cost of inventory for merchandising. record transactions for accounts payable and other short-term debt. record equity-related transactions. describe the criteria used to determine revenue recognition. record revenue-related transactions. describe the criteria used to determine expense recognition. record expense-related transactions. identify and apply appropriate information technology to the accounting

system. describe how accounting information facilitates management decision-making.

Skill Set Accounting ProcessKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

steps in the accounting cycle. preparing financial statements.

Performance Objectives Students will

describe the purpose of the accounting system. describe the purpose of journals and ledgers and their relationship. describe the impact of technology on the accounting process. identify and explain the advantages and disadvantages of different types of

accounting systems. differentiate between accounting and bookkeeping. analyze and describe how business transactions impact the accounting

equation. apply the double-entry system of accounting to record business transactions

and prepare a trial balance. explain the need for adjusting entries and record adjusting entries. explain the purposes of the closing process and record closing entries. prepare the financial statements for the different types of business operations

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and ownership structures. describe the relationship between the closing process, the financial statements

and the post-closing trial balance.Skill Set Financial ReportsKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

annual reports. financial statements.

Performance Objectives Students will

identify sources for obtaining financial reports. describe the users and uses of financial information. explain the role of management and the auditor in preparing and issuing an

annual report. explain the role of accounting and regulatory organizations in relation to

financial reports. describe the information provided in each financial statement and how the

statements articulate with each other. describe the relationship between assets, liabilities and equity on the balance

sheet. identify and explain the classifications within assets, liabilities and equity. identify the different formats of an income statement. identify the classifications in an income statement and explain their

relationship to each other (revenue, expenses, gains, losses). describe changes in the ownership structure using the statement of equity. explain how and why the conceptual framework of accounting and generally

accepted accounting principles provide guidance and structure for preparing financial statements.

describe the different forms of business ownership and the advantages and disadvantages of each form.

explain how the different forms of business ownership are reported in the financial statements.

identify the different types of business operations. explain how the different types of business operations are reflected in the

financial statements.

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Skill Set Financial AnalysisKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

financial conditions and operating results of a company. financial statements and information needed to make informed business

decisions.Performance Objectives Students will

discuss the information that can be obtained from analyzing financial statements.

assess profitability by calculating and interpreting financial ratios. apply information technology to conduct financial analysis. identify and explain common methods for creating financial statements and

financial ratios. describe the ethical and legal implications resulting from others’ manipulation

of financial statements and financial ratios. analyze cash flow from operating activities to assess profitability and liquidity.

Skill Set ComplianceKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

individual income tax procedures. tax laws and regulations.

Performance Objectives Students will

describe the process by which tax laws are created. describe the composition of taxable income and calculate income tax. complete the applicable individual income tax forms. identify, discuss and apply strategies for minimizing taxable income. distinguish between tax avoidance and tax evasion. explain why income for financial reporting and taxable income are calculated

differently. calculate net pay. calculate employer’s payroll taxes. prepare payroll reports.

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Business Computer Applications I WVEIS 1411

Skill Set Clerical ApplicationsKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

administrative and clerical procedures and systems. word processing. managing files and records. designing forms. other office procedures and terminology.

Performance Objectives Students will

answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.

file and maintain records. compile, copy, sort and file records of office activities, business transactions

and other activities. make copies of correspondence or other printed material. review work done by others to check for correct spelling and grammar, ensure

that company format policies are followed and recommend revisions. compose, type and distribute meeting notices, routine correspondence and

reports. gather, register and arrange the material to be typed, following instructions. review correspondence for format and typographical accuracy, assemble the

information into a prescribed form with the correct number of copies and submit it to an authorized official for signature.

Skill Set Basic Computer ApplicationsKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

electronic equipment. computer hardware and software, including applications.

Performance Objectives Students will

differentiate amongst hardware, software, system software and application software.

suggest and check alternate spellings, locations and/or listing formats for customers lacking details or complete information.

operate office equipment such as fax machines, copiers and phone systems, and use computers for spreadsheet, word processing, database management and other applications.

compile, sort and verify the accuracy of data before it is entered. compare data with source documents or re-enter data in verification format to

detect errors. store completed documents in appropriate locations. format documents, insert graphics, create tables, sort data and use templates. transmit information or documents to customers, using computer, mail or

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facsimile machine. maintain and update filing, inventory, mailing and database systems, either

manually or using a computer. notify supervisor or computer maintenance technicians of equipment

malfunctions. locate and attach appropriate files to incoming correspondence requiring

replies. add new material to file records or create new records as necessary. find and retrieve information from files in response to requests from authorized

users. type correspondence, reports, text and other written material from rough drafts,

corrected copies, voice recordings, dictation or previous versions, using a computer or word processor.

perform basic presentation functions to create, format, edit, save and print a presentation.

operate spreadsheet, database programs and other types of software to load and manipulate data and to produce reports.

operate new office technologies as they are developed and implemented. demonstrate netiquette, acceptable use policy and ethical practices related to

Internet access. integrate Internet information into software applications. retrieve, separate and sort program output as needed and send data to specified

users. type acknowledgement letters to persons sending correspondence.

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Office Management WVEIS 1449

Skill Set Administration and ManagementKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

human resources modeling. leadership techniques. production methods. coordination of peoples and resources.

Performance Objectives Students will

resolve customer complaints or answer customers' questions regarding policies and procedures.

supervise the work of office, administrative or customer service employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems.

develop work schedules according to budgets and workloads. provide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems or

in resolving escalated complaints or disputes. implement corporate or departmental policies, procedures and service

standards in conjunction with management. complete forms in accordance with company procedures. discuss job performance problems with employees to identify causes and

issues and to work on resolving problems. train or instruct employees in job duties or company policies or arrange for

training to be provided. conduct research, compile data and prepare papers for consideration and

presentation by executives, committees and boards of directors. evaluate employees' job performance and conformance to regulations and

recommend appropriate personnel action. review records or reports pertaining to activities such as production, payroll or

shipping to verify details, monitor work activities or evaluate performance. recruit, interview and select employees. interpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to staff. prepare and issue work schedules, deadlines and duty assignments for office or

administrative staff. read and analyze incoming memos, submissions and reports to determine their

significance and plan their distribution. manage projects or contribute to committee or team work. coordinate activities with other supervisory personnel or with other work units

or departments. plan, administer and control budgets for contracts, equipment and supplies. process payroll information. coordinate conferences and meetings.

supervise and train other clerical staff and arrange for employee training by scheduling training or organizing training material.

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coordinate and direct office services, such as records, departmental finances, budget preparation, personnel issues and housekeeping to aid executives.

make recommendations to management concerning such issues as staffing decisions or procedural changes.

set up and oversee administrative policies and procedures for offices or organizations.

monitor and direct the work of lower-level clerks.Skill Set Office TasksKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

administrative and clerical procedures and systems. word processing. managing files and records. designing forms. other office procedures and terminology.

Performance Objectives Students will

operate office equipment such as fax machines, copiers and phone systems, and use computers for spreadsheet, word processing, database management and other applications.

transmit information or documents to customers, using computer, mail or facsimile machine.

maintain and update filing, inventory, mailing and database systems, either manually or using a computer.

prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database or presentation software.

set up and maintain paper and electronic filing systems for records, correspondence and other material.

locate and attach appropriate files to incoming correspondence requiring replies.

open, sort and route incoming mail, answer correspondence and prepare outgoing mail.

compile, copy, sort and file records of office activities, business transactions and other activities.

make copies of correspondence or other printed material. add new material to file records or create new records as necessary. track materials removed from files to ensure that borrowed files are returned. sort or classify information according to guidelines, such as content, purpose,

user criteria, or chronological, alphabetical or numerical order. review work done by others to check for correct spelling and grammar, ensure

that company format policies are followed and recommend revisions.

compose, type and distribute meeting notes, routine correspondence and reports.

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compute, record and proofread data and other information, such as records or reports.

learn to operate new office technologies as they are developed and implemented.

type, format, proofread and edit correspondence and other documents from notes or dictating machines, using computers or typewriters.

read and analyze incoming memos, submissions and reports to determine their significance and plan their distribution.

attend meetings to record minutes. manage and maintain executives' schedules. collect, count and disburse money, do basic bookkeeping and complete

banking transactions. complete and mail bills, contracts, policies, invoices or checks. collect and disburse funds from cash accounts and keep records of collections

and disbursements. process and prepare documents, such as business or government forms and

expense reports. prepare and mail checks.

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Business Computer Applications II WVEIS 1413

Skill Set Administrative TasksKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

administrative and clerical procedures and systems. word processing. managing files and records. designing forms. other office procedures and terminology.

Performance Objectives Students will

operate telephone switchboard to answer, screen or forward calls, providing information, taking messages or scheduling appointments.

greet visitors or callers and handle their inquiries or direct them to the appropriate person according to their needs.

answer questions about records or files. perform administrative support tasks, such as proofreading, transcribing

handwritten information, or operating calculators or computers to work with pay records, invoices, balance sheets or other documents.

communicate with customers, employees and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders and address complaints.

complete forms in accordance with company procedures. compute, record and proofread data and other information, such as records or

reports. conduct research, compile data and prepare papers for consideration and

preparation by executives, committees and boards of directors. read and analyze incoming memos, submissions and reports to determine their

significance and plan their distribution. perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies, maintaining records

management database systems and performing basic bookkeeping work. collect and disburse funds from cash accounts and keep records of collections

and disbursements. compile, transcribe and distribute minutes of meetings. process and prepare documents, such as business or government forms and

expense reports. analyze data to determine answers to questions from customers or members of

the public.

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Skill Set Computers and ElectronicsKnowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

electronic equipment. computer hardware and software, including applications.

Performance Objectives Students will

read source documents such as canceled checks, sales reports or bills and enter data in specific data fields or onto tapes or disks for subsequent entry, using keyboards or scanner.

prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database or presentation software.

employ spreadsheet features such as advanced formatting, sorting, filtering and mathematical and logical operations.

update records, design queries, generate reports and work with forms using database software.

access, navigate and use on-line services. employ advanced word processing features to format documents, insert

graphics, create tables, sort data, use templates, create watermarks, create macros, etc.

transfer text, images and data between integrated software programs. create advanced word processing documents such as reports, mail merge,

wizards, newsletters, etc. enter commands, using computer terminal and activate controls on computer

and peripheral equipment to integrate and operate equipment. prepare documents and correspondence such as damage claims, credit and

billing inquiries, invoices and service complaints. monitor the system for equipment failure or errors in performance. respond to program error messages by finding and correcting problems or

terminating the program. compile data from records to prepare periodic reports. keep records of materials filed or removed, using logbooks or computers. set up and maintain paper and electronic filing systems for records,

correspondence and other material. record information such as computer operating time, problems that occurred

and actions taken. file and store completed documents on computer hard drive or an external

storage device and/or maintain a computer filing system to store, retrieve, update and delete documents.

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