Program Overview

Applied Business Technology (ABT) Program

Program Overview

The Applied Business Technology (ABT) certificate program at the University of the Fraser Valley equips students with hands-on office administration skills to succeed in today's workplace. The program focuses on administrative best practices, word processing, business communications, keyboarding, spreadsheets, database management, bookkeeping, and the business application of social media.

Career Outlook

Upon completing the ABT program, graduates will have the business, technology, and office skills necessary to be successful in any office environment. Offices in business, government, and industry offer many opportunities for employment in office administration. The rapid growth of industry in the Fraser Valley has resulted in a continuing demand for well-trained administrative professionals. ABT graduates are in high demand, and employers often ask specifically for ABT graduates.

Program Benefits

• Practical office administration skills to advance your career
• Excellent addition to a diploma or bachelor's degree
• Credits earned through the ABT certificate can be used towards earning a General Studies diploma or a Bachelor of Integrated Studies at UFV

Program Details

• Intensive program that equips students with hands-on office administration skills
• Focuses on administrative best practices, word processing, business communications, keyboarding, spreadsheets, database management, bookkeeping, and the business application of social media
• Prepares students for the demands and responsibilities of a career in office administration