National Certificate in Secretarial & Information Management

COURSE DESCRIPTION

National Curriculum Development in consultation with various stakeholders agreed to harmonise the syllabus into one national curriculum which resulted in a change in the module structure and content. The curriculum is now unified and in line with the BTVET Act of (2008), the BTVET Strategic Plan 2011- 2020 of “Skilling Uganda’’; and the Uganda Vision 2040 that advocates for middle income earning.

PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES

This course aims at:

1. The modules offered in this syllabus have been packaged in a manner that will enable the learner to attain employable skills needed to perform tasks at the different levels of his/her respective stages of study. There are cross cutting modules of Bookkeeping, Basic Communication Skills, and Entrepreneurship that are aimed at equipping the learner with the soft skills, knowledge and techniques for effective performance in the world of work. The skills to be acquired will enhance the learner’s confidence and ability to participate effectively in income generating activities, not only as a secretary, but also as a creative citizen dealing with issues emanating from the work that impacts on his/her own life and other people

PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Organise office.
2. Handle office mails
3. Organize meetings.
4. Produce office documents.
5. Attend to office telephone calls.
6. Receive and guide office visitors.