The Bachelor of Science in Office Administration (BSOA) program is a four-year degree program designed to develop competent, service-oriented, and technology-driven professionals in the field of office administration in accordance with CHED CMO No. 19, s. 2017. The program equips students with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values necessary to effectively perform administrative and managerial functions in various business, government, and non-government organizations. It emphasizes efficiency in office operations, communication, records management, customer relations, and the use of modern office technologies essential in today’s dynamic workplace environment.
The program aims to prepare students for diverse administrative careers by developing competencies in leadership, supervision, problem-solving, teamwork, and decision-making. Students are trained to handle office systems and procedures, business communications, data management, and organizational coordination while maintaining professionalism, integrity, and ethical responsibility. The curriculum also promotes adaptability and lifelong learning to ensure graduates remain responsive to technological advancements and evolving industry demands.
Anchored on outcomes-based education, the BSOA curriculum integrates theoretical concepts with practical applications through simulations, laboratory activities, case studies, and on-the-job training experiences. It includes courses in office administration, business management, information and communication technology, human relations, records and information management, legal and medical office procedures, and entrepreneurial principles. This multidisciplinary approach ensures that graduates acquire both technical expertise and interpersonal skills necessary for effective workplace performance.
The program seeks to produce graduates who are globally competitive, innovative, and capable of assuming administrative, supervisory, and managerial responsibilities in various organizations. Graduates may pursue careers as administrative assistants, executive secretaries, office supervisors, customer service representatives, records officers, administrative managers, and other related positions in corporate, educational, healthcare, and government institutions. Furthermore, the program prepares students for opportunities in entrepreneurship and self-employment, enabling them to contribute meaningfully to organizational development and national progress.
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