Overview
The Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate prepares students to take the four exams required to obtain the certification for Microsoft Office Specialist Associate. The coursework helps students develop and enhance their technical proficiency with key software applications used in a variety of office environments.
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Career Outlook
Graduates Are Prepared To
- Use current Microsoft Office software within a work environment
- Provide technical support and training to users of Microsoft Office software
- Assist computer users within an organization
Representative Job Titles For Graduates
- Computer Support Specialist
- Computer Network Support Specialist
- Administrative Assistant
- Clerical Assistant
- Sales Support
Graduate Employment Outlook
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of computer support specialists is projected to grow 6 percent through 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Nationally, about 75,000 openings for computer support specialists are projected to be available each year, on average.
$30,160 - $57,910 annual salary (depending on area of concentration)
Graduate Starting Salary Projections
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Curriculum
Effective 2024-2025 academic year
Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate (MOSC)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IM 130 | Electronic Word Processing: Microsoft Word | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| IM 120 | Electronic Spreadsheets: Microsoft Excel | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Semester 2 | ||||
| IM 109 | Introductory Database Management: Microsoft Access | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| IM 155 | Emerging Technologies and Social Media | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| IM 150 | Electronic Presentations: Microsoft PowerPoint | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 8 | 13 | 13 | |