Business Administration: Intro to Business Computing

About Course

This course will provide students with a strong background in the Windows environment, Microsoft office and other common software systems.
The course will prepare students with the practical skills to use technology in the real-world business environment.
Key applications that will be covered include Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.

Integrate computers and computing techniques with other courses offered during the program.
Possess a good working knowledge of the Windows environment.
Understand and have competency at the intermediate level of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
Understand the basic concepts and applications of computing including an overview of computerized productivity tools for word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.
● Understand and use system software and application software; and the role of computers in database management systems, management information systems and customer relationship management systems.
Possess a working knowledge of computer use; and know how to employ the computer as a valuable business tool.

Course Content

Topic 1: Business Computing

Business Computing
LO1: Define the fundamentals of Business Computing
LO2: Explain the role of Computers in Business Operations
LO3: Identify common Business Computing Applications

Topic 2: Microsoft Word

Topic 3: Microsoft Excel

Topic 4: Microsoft Access

Topic 5: Microsoft PowerPoint

Quiz I

Topic 6: Business Tools for Database Management

Topic 7: Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint & Business Communication Tools

Topic 8: Introduction to Microsoft Access for Business Systems

Topic 9: Intermediate Microsoft Access & Integration with Business Functions

Topic 10: Advanced Excel for Data Analysis

Quiz II

Topic 11: Advanced Word Processing

Topic 12: Integration of Microsoft Office Tools

Topic 13: Data Management and Analysis in Excel

Topic 14: Office Tools for Business Reports and Presentations

Topic 15: Collaboration Tools in Microsoft Office

Topic 16: Business Applications of Microsoft Access

Topic 17: Microsoft Office for Project Management

Topic 18: Computer Security and Best Practices

Topic 19: Troubleshooting and Support for Microsoft Office

Topic 20: Final Exam Review

Final Exam

About Course

What Will You Learn?

Course Content

Topic 1: Business Computing

Business Computing

LO1: Define the fundamentals of Business Computing

LO2: Explain the role of Computers in Business Operations

LO3: Identify common Business Computing Applications

Topic 2: Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word

LO1: Describe the features of Microsoft Word

LO2: Demonstrate basic Document Formatting techniques in Microsoft Word

LO3: Create professional Business Documents using Microsoft Word

Topic 3: Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel

LO1: Identify the components of Microsoft Excel

LO2: Explain the use of Worksheets, Cells, and Formulas in Microsoft Excel

LO3: Apply basic Spreadsheet Functions to business tasks

Topic 4: Microsoft Access

Microsoft Access

LO1: Define the basic concepts of Microsoft Access

LO2: Describe the structure of Tables, Queries, Forms, and Reports

LO3: Demonstrate basic Database Operations using Microsoft Access

Topic 5: Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint

LO1: Identify the key features of Microsoft PowerPoint

LO2: Explain the principles of effective Presentation Design

LO3: Develop professional Business Presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint

Quiz I

Quiz I

Topic 6: Business Tools for Database Management

Business Tools for Database Management

LO1: Describe the functions of Business Tools for Database Management

LO2: Explain the role of Database Management in organizing business information

LO3: Compare common Database Tools used in business environments

Topic 7: Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint & Business Communication Tools

Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint & Business Communication Tools

LO1: Explain intermediate features of Microsoft PowerPoint

LO2: Demonstrate advanced Presentation Techniques for Business Communication

LO3: Design professional presentations for Business Communication

Topic 8: Introduction to Microsoft Access for Business Systems

Introduction to Microsoft Access for Business Systems

LO1: Define the fundamentals of Microsoft Access for Business Systems

LO2: Describe the role of Databases in Business Information Management

LO3: Illustrate the use of Microsoft Access in Business Systems

Topic 9: Intermediate Microsoft Access & Integration with Business Functions

Intermediate Microsoft Access & Integration with Business Functions

LO1: Explain intermediate features of Microsoft Access

LO2: Demonstrate Database Queries for Business Functions

LO3: Integrate Microsoft Access with Business Processes

Topic 10: Advanced Excel for Data Analysis

Advanced Excel for Data Analysis

LO1: Describe advanced features of Excel for Data Analysis

LO2: Apply advanced Formulas and Functions to business datasets

LO3: Analyze business data using Excel Analytical Tools

Quiz II

Quiz II

Topic 11: Advanced Word Processing

Advanced Word Processing

LO1: Identify advanced features of Word Processing

LO2: Demonstrate advanced Formatting and Document Management techniques

LO3: Describe the professional Business Documents using advanced Word Processing tools

Topic 12: Integration of Microsoft Office Tools

Integration of Microsoft Office Tools

LO1: Explain the principles of Microsoft Office Integration

LO2: Demonstrate the transfer of information between Office Applications

LO3: Integrate Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint for business tasks

Topic 13: Data Management and Analysis in Excel

Data Management and Analysis in Excel

LO1: Describe Data Management features in Excel

LO2: Organize business datasets using Excel Data Management Tools

LO3: Examine analytical results from Excel business datasets

Topic 14: Office Tools for Business Reports and Presentations

Office Tools for Business Reports and Presentations

LO1: Identify suitable Office Tools for Business Reports and Presentations

LO2: Demonstrate the Business Reports using Microsoft Word and Excel

LO3: Explain how the business presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint

Topic 15: Collaboration Tools in Microsoft Office

Collaboration Tools in Microsoft Office

LO1: Describe the features of Collaboration Tools in Microsoft Office