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INTRODUCTION TO OFFICE ADMINISTRATION AND PRACTICE
Definition of terms The purpose of office administration and management Types of organization structures and charts in the office
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ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE
Different departments in an organization Functions of various departments in an organization Relationship between departments
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THE OFFICE
Meaning of an office The functions of an office Types of office layout Features of a good office
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OFFICE STAFF
Types of office staff The duties/responsibilities of various office staff Qualities required of various office staff
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FILING AND STORAGE OF RECORDS
Different filing systems Different methods of classifying records Use of filing equipment Follow-up methods in filing and storage of records
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REPROGRAPHY
Meaning of reprography Methods used in reproduction of documents Factors to consider in choice of reproduction methods » Emerging issues and trends in reprography
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ORGANIZATION AND METHODS
Definition of terms Objectives of organization and methods Procedures used in carrying out an organization and methods Importance of organization and methods
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EMERGING ISSUES AND TRENDS
Emerging issues and trends in Office administration and management Effects of emerging issues and trends in the management and administration of an office Managing issues and trends in office management
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Office Administration and Practice

An office staff member is a person who works in an office as a clerical worker. His job description includes assisting his superior officers with their assigned duties.
The office staff should have a good understanding of office management practices and be well-trained in clerical occupations.No business can operate smoothly without the input of the office staff. To perform the various tasks in an office, various types of office personnel with varying qualifications, skills, and knowledge are required. Some personnel work at the highest level, others in the middle, and still others at the lowest level. Office personnel can be classified into the following categories based on their position, responsibilities, and nature of work as follows:-

  1.  Office Manager: An office manager oversees  the daily operations of an office. Office managers are meticulous and organized, as well as knowledgeable about all facets of the office’s operations. They communicate with management and employees to assist with administrative and supply needs. Additionally, they may interact with customers on a regular basis and should possess strong interpersonal skills.
  2.  Secretaries: A person, usually an official, who is in charge of an organization’s, company’s, or association’s records, correspondence, minutes of meetings, and related affairs. An Office Secretary performs a variety of administrative and clerical tasks to ensure that an office runs smoothly. They manage office schedules, plan meetings and visits, organize files, answer phones, and a variety of other important tasks. Office secretaries usually work directly for the organization’s or office management, and depending on their experience, they may also supervise other clerical employees.
  3. Supervisor: Is the title given to a lower-level management position that is primarily concerned with authority over employees or the workplace.A supervisor is first and foremost an overseer whose primary responsibility is to ensure that a group of subordinates completes the assigned amount of work on time and within acceptable quality, cost, and safety standards.A supervisor is accountable for an employee’s daily performance. A supervisor may manage a team, a shift, or an entire department, depending on the company.Supervisors who are successful have superior organizational and communication skills. These abilities enable them to communicate information from upper management to employees and to communicate the performance or needs of their teams to senior management. Supervisors are typically experts in their field and thus capable of managing daily operations efficiently.
  4. Accountant: Almost every office will have some sort of accounting department. Small businesses may only have one or two accountants, whereas larger companies will have a larger team of accountants. You might be able to get a job in this department, especially if you have the necessary training.
  5. Customer Service Representatives: Customer service representatives assist customers with complaints and questions, provide product and service information, accept orders, and process returns. They are sometimes seen as having a sales role because they assist customers in understanding the product and answering questions about their reservations.
  6. Office assistant: An office assistant assists with general administrative tasks in the office. They report to a supervisor or an administrator. Administrative and clerical support are handled by office assistants. Filing, scheduling appointments, writing copy, proofreading, receiving mail, and providing customer service are examples of these tasks.
  7. Office clerk: An office clerk is critical to the smooth operation of any business. They are constantly occupied with a variety of tasks, including capturing data, answering phones, making copies, entering data, managing communications, and any other clerical duties that arise.
  8.  Receptionists: If you enjoy working with people, a receptionist position is a great option. Typically, these employees can be found answering phones and greeting visitors to the office. They can accept deliveries and ship packages, as well as set up appointments and meetings.Receptionists work in an office or other business in an administrative capacity. Clients, patients, vendors, and anyone else who comes into the company’s office or facility are greeted by them. Because the receptionist is usually the first person you see representing the company, making a good impression on everyone they meet is an important part of their job. They also take calls and perform other administrative duties. Specific job responsibilities are determined by the industry in which they work.
  9. Administrative Assistants: Administrative assistants help an organization run smoothly by performing clerical tasks. Filing documents, scheduling appointments, answering the phone, greeting visitors, and providing general support to other office workers are some of the responsibilities of the go-to person within a company. They must be well-organized and friendly, as they are frequently the company’s first point of contact with clients. Administrative assistants are usually in charge of more tasks. They may write emails and memos for a team of executives or managers, or they may serve as personal secretaries. They perform some of the same duties as receptionists, such as accepting mail and scheduling appointments, but they are usually responsible for one or two people rather than the entire office. Other tasks that administrative assistants may assist with include data entry, report preparation, and travel arrangements.
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