Microsoft Office

Embedded Technical Diploma

Program number: 301066

Overview

Overview

In the Microsoft Office diploma program at Madison College, you will learn the latest in business technology and software for work as an office employee. Our instructors are here to help you every step of the way.

Get credit for your experience and prior learning.

Program Details

This program is currently under review for veterans benefits and federal and state financial aid. At this time, applicants should be aware that Madison College is not able to award financial aid for this program until approval from the Department of Education is received.

Students in MATC's Microsoft Office diploma program can attend full or part time.

Microsoft Office diploma classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:

  • Madison - Truax
  • Fort Atkinson
  • Watertown

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All courses for this program are offered online and many are offered in person

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Admission

Admission

To Apply
 

  • Visit MATC to learn more about the Madison College experience including campus tours and program open houses.

After Acceptance

Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at MATC. 

Questions?

Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or (608) 246-6210.

 

Curriculum

Curriculum

Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2019-2020 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.

Current program students (including newly admitted), go directly to your Degree Progress Report (also referred to as an Advising Report or Academic Requirements) to view:

  • Progress toward your specific requirements
  • Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements

If you have questions after reviewing your report, please see Advising Services.

Outcomes

Outcomes

After completing the Microsoft Office Diploma program at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to:

  • Manage an office effectively and efficiently.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally.
  • Use appropriate technology and technical skills to manage information and solve problems.
Careers

Careers

Madison College's Microsoft Office diploma graduates are ready for a range of professional positions including:

  • Administrative Assistant
  • Word Processing Specialist
  • Secretarial Assistant
  • Administrative Services Coordinator
  • Program Assistant
  • Clerical Assistant
  • Office Assistant
  • Document Specialist
  • Administrative Clerk
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Office Support Assistant
  • Office Administrator
  • PC Specialist
  • Data Entry Operator
  • Information Assistant
  • Executive Assistant

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  • Estimated Program Cost
    # of Credits for Completion
    13
    Tuition
    $1774.50
    Materials/Supplemental Costs
    $231.32
    Other Costs
    $0.00
    Total Estimated Program Costs:
    (book costs not included)
    $2005.82
  • Graduate Summary
    Graduate Report Summary Overview

    		 2017 2018
    Number of Program Graduates 9 27
    Number of Surveys Sent 7 20
    Number of Surveys Returned 4 16
    Percent of Surveys Returned 57.10% 80.00%
    Available for Employment 4 8
    Percent Available for Employment 100.00% 88.90%
    Not in Labor Market 0 8
    Percent Not in Labor Market 0.00% 88.90%
    Available for Employment

    		 2017 2018
    Graduates Employed 4 8
    Percent of Graduates Employed 100.00% 100.00%
    Employed in Related Occupation 4 5
    Percent Employed in Related Occupation 100.00% 62.50%
    Employed in Unrelated Occupation 0 3
    Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 0.00% 37.50%
    Employed - No Response 0 0
    Percent Employed - No Response 0.00% 0.00%
    Seeking Employment 0 0
    Percent Seeking Employment 0.00% 0.00%
    Reaction To Training at Madison College

    		 2017 2018
    Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 4 3.8 0
    Number of Satisfaction Responses 4 9
    Very Satisfied 4 7
    Percent Very Satisfied 100.00% 77.80%
    Satisfied 0 2
    Percent Satisfied 0.00% 22.20%
    Unsatisfied 0 0
    Percent Unsatisfied 0.00% 0.00%
    Very Unsatisfied 0 0
    Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.00% 0.00%
    Primary Reason for Attending Madison College

    		 2017 2018
    Number of Primary Reason Responses 4 16
    Preparation for Getting a Job 3 5
    Percent Preparation for Getting a Job 75.00% 31.30%
    Career Change 0 0
    Percent Career Change 0.00% 0.00%
    Improvement of Existing Skills 1 2
    Percent Improvement of Existing Skills 25.00% 12.50%
    Preparation for Further Education 0 8
    Percent Preparation for Further Education 0.00% 50.00%
    Personal Interest 0 1
    Percent Personal Interest 0.00% 6.30%
    Other 0 0
    Percent Other 0.00% 0.00%
    When Employment was Obtained

    		 2017 2018
    Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 4 8
    Before Enrollment 0 3
    Percent Before Enrollment 0.00% 37.50%
    While Attending the College 3 3
    Percent While Attending the College 75.00% 37.50%
    After Training at the College 1 2
    Percent After Training at the College 25.00% 25.00%
    Location of Employment (related and unrelated)

    		 2017 2018
    Number of Employment Location Responses 4 8
    In College District 4 5
    Percent In College District 100.00% 62.50%
    In Wisconsin, Not in District 0 1
    Percent of In Wisconsin 0.00% 12.50%
    Outside of Wisconsin 0 0
    Percent Outside Wisconsin 0.00% 0.00%
    Employer Location Unknown 0 2
    Percent Location Unknown 0.00% 25.00%
    Salary Trend
    Salary Trend 2017 2018
    Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 3 2
    Average Monthly Wage $2,488 $3,139
    Average Hourly Wage $14.47 $18.25
    Average Work Hours per Week 38.3 40
    Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count 1 2
    Average Hourly Wage $18.34 $15.22
    Average Work Hours per Week 20 25
  • Graduate Employers
    Total Positions Open for academic year: 2018
    Wisconsin TechConnectTM Jobs* Madison Non-Madison
    Number of Full Time Positions Open 12 0
    Number of Part Time Positions Open 7 2
    Total Jobs 19 2
    Graduate Employers for academic year: 2018
    Employer(s) Job Title City** State*** Positions
    Bunbury & Associates Administrative Assistant Baraboo
    Duke Energy Senior Administrative Assistant Reidsville NC
    Edgerton City Hall Administrative Assistant Edgerton
    Exact Sciences Supervisor-Administrative Support
    The Richardson School Administrative Assistant
    Verona Area School District Secretary Verona

    * - Wisconsin TechConnectTM jobs are posted through a statewide consortium operated and funded by all 16 of the technical colleges in Wisconsin.

    ** - Only cities outside of Madison will display.

    *** - Only states outside of Wisconsin will display.

    **** - If you have a position to post, please contact Career and Employment Services at techconnect@madisoncollege.edu

Resources

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Flexible Learning Options

Out-of-state students can complete the Microsoft Office program completely online without paying out-of-state tuition.