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Applied Business Technology — certificate - University of the Fraser Valley (UFV)
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Learn about administrative best practices, word processing, business communications, keyboarding, spreadsheets, database management, bookkeeping, and the business application of social media to prepare for the demands and responsibilities of a career in office administration.</p></p> <div class="call-to-action"> <a class="btn btn-success btn-lg call-to-action-btn" onClick="_gaq.push(['_trackEvent', 'click', 'landing page', 'abt']);" title="Get the details" href="/abt/" target="_blank">Get the details</a> </div> </div> <div class="row"></div> <!-- Career Outlook HTML version --> <div id="career-outlook" class="col-md-12 col-sm-12 col-lg-6" style="float:right; background-color:#e55200;"> <h2>Career outlook for office administration</h2> <p>Once you have completed the Applied Business Technology (ABT) program, you will have the business, technology, and office skills necessary to be successful in any office environment. Offices in business, government, and industry offer many opportunities for employment in office administration. The rapid growth of industry in the Fraser Valley has resulted in a continuing demand for well-trained administrative professionals. ABT graduates are in high demand, and employers often ask specifically for ABT graduates.</p> <p>This intensive program is an excellent addition to a diploma or bachelor's degree, providing practical office administration skills to advance your career.</p> <p>ABT graduates also use the skills gained from the program to successfully complete further education. 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