North Carolina's office administration pathway prepares students for careers supporting organizations through administrative operations. Students develop expertise in office technology, scheduling, communication, document management, and customer service. Demand for skilled administrative professionals spans all business sectors.
Curriculum covers office software applications, records management, communication skills, customer relations, and organizational procedures. Students learn modern office technology and efficiency practices. Practical projects reinforce workplace readiness.
Graduates work as administrative assistants, office managers, executive assistants, and customer service professionals in corporate, nonprofit, government, and small business environments. Many advance to office management and coordination roles.
Office Administration at a Glance
3
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
North Carolina's office administration curriculum aligns with business and administrative education standards. Students complete 4-6 pathway units covering office operations, technology, and customer service as defined by NC DPI.
Programs teach office management software, professional communication, and workplace procedures. Students develop efficiency and organizational skills.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course | Code |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Word and PowerPoint | BM10 |
| Microsoft Excel and Access | BM20 |
| Microsoft SharePoint | BM30 |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist - Access
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist - Outlook
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist Expert - Word
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist Expert - Excel
- ✓QuickBooks Certified User
- ✓IC3 Digital Literacy Certification
- ✓National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist - Word
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Administrative Assistant
Entry LevelSalary range: $36,790 - $50,650
Adjusted for cost of living: $39,080
Office Assistant
Entry LevelAdjusted for cost of living: $31,867
Office Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $76,410 - $134,040
Adjusted for cost of living: $107,574
Executive Assistant
ExperiencedSalary range: $54,690 - $80,750
Adjusted for cost of living: $70,108
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern in administrative roles at corporations, nonprofits, government agencies, and small businesses throughout North Carolina.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in SkillsUSA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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