Custom Courses Administration and Secretarial

Efficient Administration Skills Training

SAQA US AATICD-0024 | NQF 5 | Credits 10 | Duration 5 Days
From $1,242 per delegate

Description

This course equips participants with the essential administrative skills to manage office tasks efficiently, improve workflow, and enhance productivity. Learners will develop the ability to organise, prioritise, and execute administrative duties in a professional environment.

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply effective time management techniques to prioritise and schedule tasks
  • Demonstrate professional communication skills in written and verbal interactions
  • Implement filing and record-keeping systems to ensure information accessibility
  • Analyse office procedures to identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains
  • Evaluate the use of office technology to streamline administrative processes
  • Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines consistently

Target Audience

This course is ideal for administrative assistants, office managers, secretaries, and any professionals seeking to improve their administrative efficiency and organisational skills.

Prerequisites

None — open enrollment. No prior administrative experience required.

Course Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Efficient Administration

Objectives:
• Understand the role and importance of efficient administration in the workplace
• Identify key administrative functions and their impact on organisational success
• Recognise the essential skills required for effective administrative support
• Apply principles of time management to prioritise daily tasks
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication techniques

Topics:
• Introduction to administrative management
• Core administrative functions and responsibilities
• Key competencies for administrative professionals
• Time management fundamentals: planning, prioritisation, and scheduling
• Communication skills: active listening, clarity, and professionalism
• Office etiquette and professional conduct
• Overview of administrative workflow and process improvement

Day 2: Organisational Systems and Record Keeping

Objectives:
• Implement effective filing and record-keeping systems
• Manage documents and information using digital and physical methods
• Apply data protection principles to maintain confidentiality
• Use office equipment and software efficiently for administrative tasks
• Develop strategies for efficient information retrieval

Topics:
• Filing systems: alphabetical, numerical, and subject-based
• Electronic document management and cloud storage
• Data protection and confidentiality in the workplace
• Efficient use of office equipment (printers, scanners, copiers)
• Introduction to spreadsheet and database management
• Record retention policies and archiving
• Creating checklists and templates for consistency

Day 3: Meeting and Event Coordination

Objectives:
• Plan and coordinate meetings, appointments, and events professionally
• Prepare and distribute agendas, minutes, and supporting documents
• Manage logistics such as venue, equipment, and catering
• Apply problem-solving skills to handle scheduling conflicts
• Demonstrate effective follow-up and feedback collection

Topics:
• Types of meetings and their purposes
• Meeting preparation: agenda setting and participant coordination
• Minute-taking techniques: capturing key decisions and action items
• Event planning basics: budgeting, vendor management, and timelines
• Scheduling tools and calendar management
• Handling cancellations and rescheduling
• Post-meeting follow-up and evaluation

Day 4: Financial and Resource Administration

Objectives:
• Perform basic financial administrative tasks such as invoicing and expense tracking
• Manage office supplies and inventory efficiently
• Apply procurement procedures and maintain supplier relationships
• Use spreadsheets for budgeting and financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with organisational financial policies

Topics:
• Basic financial administration: invoices, receipts, and petty cash
• Expense reporting and reimbursement processes
• Inventory management and stock control
• Procurement procedures and vendor communication
• Introduction to budgeting and cost tracking
• Financial record keeping and reconciliation
• Ethics and transparency in financial administration

Day 5: Advanced Administration and Professional Development

Objectives:
• Integrate all administrative skills to improve overall office efficiency
• Apply project management principles to administrative tasks
• Develop strategies for continuous professional growth
• Handle stress and workload pressure effectively
• Create a personal action plan for ongoing skill enhancement

Topics:
• Project management basics for administrators
• Workflow automation and productivity tools
• Stress management and resilience in the workplace
• Building professional relationships and networking
• Career development paths for administrative professionals
• Review of course content and integration activities
• Personal action plan for continuous improvement

Practicals

No practicals for this training.

This course is made up of exercises and case studies delivered alongside the theory — no separate practical sessions are required to complete it.

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course and a final summative test at the end.

Daily Exercises — 30%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 30% to the final total.

Final Test — 70%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 70% to the overall mark.

Final Total
Component Out of Weight
Daily Average (multiple choice) 100% 30%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) 100% 70%
Final Total 100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to delegates who achieve an overall mark of 50% or higher on the Final Total (Daily Average 30% + Final Test 70%).

How it works
  • Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
  • Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
  • You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
  • If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.

Delegates Discount
5 3% off
10 6% off
15 9% off
20 12% off
25 15% off
30 18% off
50 30% off
75 35% off
100 40% off

3% discount per 5 delegates, up to 40% off for 100+ delegates. Contact us for a custom group quote.

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