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CISS Certificate

Certificate In Secretarial Studies

Certificate In Secretarial Studies (CISS) is an 8-month certificate course in School of Business, studied online, examined by Finstock Evarsity College. The full fee is KES 56,250.

Overview

Certificate in Secretarial Studies

(CISS)

Course Description.

The Certificate  in Secretarial Studies course at  Finstock Evarsity College is an online program examined by Finstock Evarsity College. When students finish the program, a certificate of completion is issued. The required entry grades are (D-) and the entire course takes a duration of 8 months. The course is intended to equip the trainees with relevant knowledge, skills and attitudes to enable them perform secretarial duties in organizations. This course acquaints students with the profession and conventions of secretarial work

This program is directly relevant to the needs of the modern office environment and helps students develop skills and abilities for successful careers in responsible secretarial positions. The course is intended to equip the trainees with relevant knowledge, skills and attitudes to enable them perform secretarial duties in organizations.

A graduate of this course will be able to work in a salaried employment or self-employment. To achieve this objective, units such as Entrepreneurship, communication skills, life skills and information communication technology have been included in addition to the core units.

 This program is directly relevant to the needs of the modern office environment and helps students develop skills and abilities for successful careers in responsible secretarial positions.

What students get to learn

The course is obligated to teach students on how to be secretaries, equipping them with tasks that will enable them as secretaries, independently assume the administrative tasks necessary to support managers and professionals. Their responsibilities vary according to the type and size of the company they work for.

 

Mode of Delivery

Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, online interactive devices and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials.

 

Career prospects for students

  1. Front office managers
  2. Clerks
  3. Secretaries
  4. Receptionists
  5. Executive secretary supervisor.

Why you should study this course

  1. As a graduate you will be able to work in a salaried employment or self-employment.
  2. Secretarial training will increase your skill set
  3. Secretarial training will qualify you for career progression
  4. It is one of the most marketable courses and highly demanded in the industry
  5. .Develop key management skills.

What we offer

Finstock Evarsity College offers a wide range of affordable online courses that are geared towards job creation as well as employment. Our courses and product offerings are categorized as online college based, degree programs, freemium courses and premium resources.

Both freemium and premium online courses come with certificates of completion and you can register instantly and begin studying at your convenience.

Discover the right way to do certificate in secretarial studies by enrolling for an Online Course at Finstock Evarsity college. Make an immediate impact. Gain the knowledge, tools and insights to meet your needs. Experience unique and intimate online learning designed and led by world-class faculty who share their own ground-breaking research. Listen to the advice of the best. Participate in training sessions with industry experts to learn more about your career options. Take classes with students from all over the world. Join us at Finstock Evarsity College for the best learning experience.

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The courses are affordable and payable in convenient installments.

 

 

 

 

What you will study

SEMESTER 1

Module I

  • Computerized Document Processing I
  • Shorthand I
  • Information Communication Technology Paper 1& 2
  • Communication Skills I
  • Secretarial Duties
  • Entrepreneurship –Business Plan

 

SEMESTER 2

Module II

  • Computerized Document Processing II
  • Shorthand II
  • Communication Skills II
  • Information Communication Technology Paper 1& 2
  • Communication Skills II
  • Economics

1st year, 1st trimester

  1. CISS101 Computerized Document Processing
  2. CISS102 Digital Office Tools & Collaboration
  3. CISS103 Information Communication Technology
  4. CISS104 Communication Skills
  5. CISS105 Secretarial Duties
  6. CISS201 Entrepreneurship
  7. CISS106 Commerce

1st year, 2nd trimester

  1. CISS202 Customer Service And Relationship Management
  2. CISS203 Professional Ethics And Etiquette
  3. CISS204 Office Technology And Equipment
  4. CISS206 Economics
  5. CISS207 Information Management And Data Security
  6. CISS205 Human Resource Management For Secretaries

Fees

ItemAmount
RegistrationKES 1,000
AdministrationKES 5,417
Internal examsKES 10,833
TuitionKES 39,000
TotalKES 56,250

Paying in instalments

All fees are payable in a lump sum or in instalments. The course runs over 2 trimesters, and each trimester's fee can be paid in 3 instalments.

TrimesterTotal per trimester
Trimester 1KES 28,125 ($ 281.25)
Trimester 2KES 28,125 ($ 281.25)
TotalKES 56,250 ($ 562.50)

The trimester fee of KES 28,125 ($ 281.25) is payable in 3 instalments of KES 9,375 ($ 93.75).

Requirements

Entry requirements

D-

Practical requirements

The cost of practicals, internships or industrial requirements is KES 30,000 ($ 300) and only applies to courses that require practicals.

Good to know

  • All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs.
  • Digital (downloadable) certificates are available. Printing and shipping of hardcopy certificate can be done at a cost of KES 2,000 ($ 20).

Instructors

  • HANNAH NJOKI KIMANI
  • JAMES MBURU KIMANI
  • MARTIN KAGUNYI KARIUKI

Frequently asked questions

The Certificate In Secretarial Studies is a certificate programme that prepares learners for professional secretarial and modern office-support responsibilities. It is listed by Finstock Evarsity College under CourseID CISS.

The Certificate In Secretarial Studies is suitable for learners seeking practical knowledge and career development in this field. Beginners may apply if they meet the stated entry requirement.

The entry requirement for the Certificate In Secretarial Studies is KCSE grade D- or an equivalent qualification.

The Certificate In Secretarial Studies takes 8 months and is organised into 2 trimesters.

The total fee for the Certificate In Secretarial Studies is KES 56,250. Flexible payment is available at KES 28,125 per trimester, with each trimester payable in three installments of KES 9,375.

Yes. The Certificate In Secretarial Studies is offered online. Online learners use digital study materials, self-tests and tutor-supported learning.

In the Certificate In Secretarial Studies, you will study computerised document processing, digital office tools, ICT, communication, secretarial duties, entrepreneurship, customer service, professional ethics, office equipment and information management.

The Certificate In Secretarial Studies can support opportunities such as secretary, receptionist, front-office assistant, administrative assistant, clerk and self-employed document-services provider. Eligibility for regulated or specialised roles depends on any additional licensing, experience and employer requirements.

After the Certificate In Secretarial Studies, learners may progress to the Diploma In Secretarial Studies or another related business or office-administration diploma, subject to its entry requirements.

The Certificate In Secretarial Studies at Finstock Evarsity College provides flexible study, practical learning content and tutor support. The published fee can be paid flexibly, and successful learners receive a certificate of completion.

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  • SAADIA ADAW HASSAN
    Kenya ·

    Rated 5 out of 5

    Excellent course for anyone who wish to pursue secretarial career 

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