Microsoft Office Professional
Certificate of Achievement (Transcripted) Business Applications & Technology · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Program Code: SAC.BAMSO.CA
Program Control Number: 21752
Professional Microsoft Office training in Microsoft 365 applications used to create business documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and communications that meet current workplace standards. Develop hands-on skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams, along with supporting tools such as OneDrive, OneNote, and Adobe Acrobat for file management and document collaboration. Learn to integrate multiple Microsoft applications for complete business projects and apply AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and creativity in business communication.
This program includes preparation for multiple Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification exams in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as the Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) exam in Adobe Acrobat for advanced PDF and document management skills. Earn industry-recognized certifications that validate technical proficiency and expand career opportunities. This certificate provides a clear pathway to the Microsoft Office Professional A.A. Degree, as well as the Business Applications and Technology, Computer Fundamentals for Business, Office Management, and Digital Publishing certificate and degree programs.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Create, edit, and manage professional documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and communications using Microsoft Office applications.
- Integrate multiple Microsoft 365 applications to complete collaborative business projects.
- Use AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT to improve productivity and communication in professional settings.
- Apply best practices for file management, cloud collaboration, and document sharing using OneDrive, OneNote, Teams, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Prepare for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) certification exams to demonstrate technical proficiency and readiness for employment in business and administrative careers.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | 17 | |
| BA 146 | Computer Fundamentals | 1.5 |
| BA 147 | Microsoft Windows, OneDrive & OneNote | 1.5 |
| BA 110 | Computer Keyboarding Skills | 0.5 |
| BA 115 | Computer Keyboarding Speed and Accuracy Development | 0.5 |
| BA 125 | Microsoft Word | 2 |
| BA 190 | Microsoft PowerPoint | 2 |
| BA 126 | Microsoft Outlook | 2 |
| BA 127 | Microsoft Teams | 2 |
| BA 188 | Microsoft Excel | 2 |
| BA 163 | Adobe Acrobat | 3 |
| Total | 17 | |