Office Technology

Office Technology photoToday’s modern office offers exciting opportunities for individuals possessing the necessary computer and other office technology skills to succeed. New Mexico Junior College provides an active, hands-on learning environment where you learn all necessary skills and have fun doing it. Office Technology Certificate and Degree plans enable graduates to move into the work force and advance.

NMJC is constantly upgrading computers and other technologies to ensure equipment and software that are “state of the art” technology. Our classes cover the most popular software packages used in business, including Microsoft Windows and Office, the latest accounting programs and keyboarding software.

AAS Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Administrative Assistant Certificate
Course Descriptions
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Program Coursework

New Mexico Junior College offers three program options in Office Technology. Students not wishing to pursue a particular program may enroll in courses relevant to a specific skill.

  1. Administrative Assistant Certificate
    designed to provide basic skills required for entry-level positions.

           
    Requirements - 35 credit hours
                    Keyboarding & Document Processing II
                    Professional Development
                    Business English
                    Business Math
                    Business Calculating Machines
                    Introduction to Accounting
                    Records Management
                    Microsoft Word
                    Office Procedures
                    Business Communications
                    Windows Applications I
                    EXCEL
  2. Executive Assistant/Office Manager Degree
    designed for students seeking an AAS degree in Office Technology.

           
    Requirements - 64 credit hours
                    17 credit hours in general education requirements
                    Keyboarding & Document Processing II
                    Microsoft Word
                    Business English
                    Professional Development
                    Business Math
                    EXCEL
                    Business Calculating Machines
                    Records Management
                    Introduction to Accounting
                    Business Communications
                    Office Procedures
                    Microcomputer Accounting I
                    Automated Office
                    Microcomputer Applications
                    Windows Applications I
                    Desktop Publishing
  3. Legal Secretary Degree
    designed for students seeking an AAS degree in Legal Secretary.

           
    Requirements - 64 credit hours
                    20 credit hours in general education requirements
                    Keyboarding & Document Processing II
                    Professional Development
                    Business English
                    Introduction to Accounting
                    Legal Secretary I & II
                    Business Communications
                    Office Procedures
                    Microsoft Word
                    Legal Word Processing
                    Legal Ethics
                    Law Office Operations and Management
                    Microcomputer Applications
                    Windows Applications I
                    EXCEL
                    Approved Related Elective

Why study Office Technology at New Mexico Junior College?

  • Office Technology photoVariety of course offerings
  • Outstanding reputation
  • Accessible full-time faculty
  • Proximity to job availability
  • Low tuition and fees
  • Program flexibility
  • Personalized programming and counseling

About NMJC

New Mexico Junior College is located in the heart of Lea County. The college started its first year of operation in September of 1966 with 728 students. Today, NMJC carries an annual enrollment of approximately 2,600 students. NMJC's mission is to provide a variety of life-long learning opportunities for the people of the service area. NMJC offers two-year degrees in applied science, science, and arts. The college also offers several certificate programs.

Enrollment

To enroll in the NMJC office technology program, a student must have a high school diploma or a GED certificate. Students with other unique circumstances can obtain information sheets on eligibility from the Registrar's Office, NMJC, 5317 Lovington Highway, Hobbs, NM 88240.

Financial Aid

Financial aid in the form of scholarships, loans and grants are made available through the Financial Assistance Office in the Administration Building. Consulting with the financial assistance officer is advised in advance of the semester in which the student wishes to enroll.

Contact

For additional information contact:

Sue Black – Professor, Office Technology
Careers and Technology Division
New Mexico Junior College
1 Thunderbird Circle
Hobbs, NM 88240
575.492.2692
SBlack@nmjc.edu

Toni Dunn – Professor, Business/Office Technology
Careers and Technology Division
New Mexico Junior College
1 Thunderbird Circle
Hobbs, NM 88240
575.492.2533
TDunn@nmjc.edu

Chris Howell – Professor, Business/Office Technology
Careers and Technology Division
New Mexico Junior College
1 Thunderbird Circle
Hobbs, NM 88240
575.492.2693
CHowell@nmjc.edu

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