Administrative Assistant
AS Degree Administrative Assistant · Mt. San Antonio College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Business Division
Computer Information Systems Department
This program is intended to prepare students for employment following graduation as administrative assistants, executive assistants, office managers, or other clerical and support staff. Training in a variety of computer and clerical skills is emphasized. Students desiring a bachelor’s degree (transfer program) should consult with a counselor or advisor to discuss transferability of courses.
This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:
Required Courses
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BUSO 25 | Business Communications | 3 |
| BUSO 26 | Oral Communications for Business | 3 |
| CISB 10 | Office Skills | 3 |
| CISB 15 | Microcomputer Applications | 3.5 |
| CISB 16 | Macintosh Applications | 2 |
| CISB 21 | Microsoft Excel | 3 |
| CISB 31 | Microsoft Word | 3 |
| CISB 51 | Microsoft PowerPoint | 3 |
| Choose one from the following: | 2-3.5 | |
| CISD 11 & CISD 11L | Database Management - Microsoft Accessand Database Management - Microsoft Access Laboratory | |
| CISN 21 | Windows Operating System | |
| CISS 11 | Practical Computer Security | |
| Total Units | 25.5-27 | |
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Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to:
- Create and present a visual slide presentation to include text, graphic objects, design theme, slide transition, and object animation.
- Create a document in which text, paragraphs, and layout are formatted effectively and efficiently using word processing software (Word).
Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.