Bachelor of Administrative and Secretarial Studies
https://ku.ac.ug/programme/bachelor-of-administrative-and-secretarial-studiesOverview
The Bachelor of Administrative and Secretarial Studies programme is a broad-based course designed to provide learners with essential managerial and administrative skills required in the modern business environment. The programme develops professional office managers who are well-versed in business operations, communication, and digital administration.
Objectives
- To integrate various aspects of public administration in decision-making within organizations.
- To equip students with knowledge and skills to provide administrative and secretarial support in different functions of an organization.
- To train learners in modern office procedures, business communication, and managerial practices.
- To enable students to apply contemporary IT skills for documentation, storage, and retrieval of organizational records.
Philosophy
Kampala University is a fountain of knowledge, producing holistic graduates who become vanguards of change. This philosophy is based on the need for graduates who are competitive academically, morally, and socially in the job market.
Learning Outcome
- Understand workplace etiquette, confidentiality, time management, and professionalism in administrative roles.
- Apply new communication and information technologies to support various organizational functions.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues and supervisors to achieve organizational objectives.
- Develop multitasking, organizational, and adaptability skills to manage changing priorities effectively.
- Maintain accurate records, filing systems, and document management processes in an office setting.
Entry Requirements
- Direct Entry: Two principal passes at A’ Level and at least five passes at O’ Level in one sitting.
- Diploma Entry: A relevant diploma from a recognized institution with a credit or its equivalent.
- Mature Age Entry: Candidates must be at least 22 years old and have passed a mature age examination from an NCHE-recognized center.
- Higher Education Certificate (HEC): A relevant HEC accredited by NCHE with a distinction or credit.
Overview
The Bachelor of Administrative and Secretarial Studies programme is a broad-based course designed to provide learners with essential managerial and administrative skills required in the modern business environment. The programme develops professional office managers who are well-versed in business operations, communication, and digital administration.
Objectives
- To integrate various aspects of public administration in decision-making within organizations.
- To equip students with knowledge and skills to provide administrative and secretarial support in different functions of an organization.
- To train learners in modern office procedures, business communication, and managerial practices.
- To enable students to apply contemporary IT skills for documentation, storage, and retrieval of organizational records.
Philosophy
Kampala University is a fountain of knowledge, producing holistic graduates who become vanguards of change. This philosophy is based on the need for graduates who are competitive academically, morally, and socially in the job market.
Learning Outcome
- Understand workplace etiquette, confidentiality, time management, and professionalism in administrative roles.
- Apply new communication and information technologies to support various organizational functions.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues and supervisors to achieve organizational objectives.
- Develop multitasking, organizational, and adaptability skills to manage changing priorities effectively.
- Maintain accurate records, filing systems, and document management processes in an office setting.
Entry Requirements
- Direct Entry: Two principal passes at A’ Level and at least five passes at O’ Level in one sitting.
- Diploma Entry: A relevant diploma from a recognized institution with a credit or its equivalent.
- Mature Age Entry: Candidates must be at least 22 years old and have passed a mature age examination from an NCHE-recognized center.
- Higher Education Certificate (HEC): A relevant HEC accredited by NCHE with a distinction or credit.