Computer Applications and Office Management
Certificate of Achievement (C): Emphasis in Office Management Computer Applications and Office Management · Santa Barbara City College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The Computer Applications and Office Management Department (COMP) is in business–the technology education business. We live in a culture governed by the demands of digital life. This digital life blurs and transforms old boundaries between work and home, public and private. It requires ever-increasing levels of technology literacy and competency. Computer software tools and devices constantly evolve and expand, as well as the skills needed to use them.
COMP serves that need across the entire arc of digital life—whether your career is still in preparation (pre-career), in progress (workforce training), or in transition (changing careers or retirement). Our mission is to develop “technology-savvy adults” who possess literacy and competency in software productivity applications and tools that are part and parcel of our everyday lives—in the office, in the home office and in personal living.
The COMP Department is designed to meet the needs of all students and working professionals with a desire to improve their computer skills. SBCC can design a personalized program of study to meet your needs for:
• An introductory course
• A workshop to update your skills
• An advanced skills class
• A Skills Competency Award
• A Certificate of Achievement
• Professional certification
• An Associate in Science Degree
You can take COMP courses in the way that best fits your lifestyle and schedule. Class formats include:
• On-campus/traditional
• Evening
• Online/distance learning
• Self-paced lab instruction
• Short courses
• Credit for Work Experience
Requirements
Certificate of Achievement Requirements
Complete all Major Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement with a C or better or Pass in each course. Candidates for a Certificate of Achievement are required to complete at least 20% of the major requirements through SBCC.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | ||
| Required Core | ||
| ACCT 110 | Introduction to Accounting | 4 |
| BUS 101 | Introduction To Business | 3 |
| COMP 103 | Internet Communications | 1 |
| COMP 107 | Microsoft Word | 4 |
| COMP 109 | Microsoft Excel | 4 |
| COMP 111 | Microsoft Access | 4 |
| COMP 112 | Microsoft Powerpoint | 4 |
| COMP 151AB | Beginning Computer Keyboarding | 3 |
| COMP 161C | Business Career Success | 3 |
| COMP 171 | Business English | 3 |
| orCOMP 271 | Business Communications | |
| List A - Complete two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| COMM 161 | Communication in Organizations | |
| MGMT 101 | Introduction To Management | |
| MGMT 102 | Leadership in Organizations | |
| List B - Complete three courses from the following: | 6.5-9 | |
| ACCT 160 | Accounting With Quickbooks | |
| COMP 139 | Social Networking for Business | |
| COMP 144B | Google World | |
| MAT 103 | Introduction to Multimedia | |
| MAT 154 | Web Design II: Integration | |
| MKT 220/CIS 220 | Introduction to Electronic Commerce | |
| Total Units | 45.50-48.00 | |
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Outlook and Google Docs.
- Integrate the programs in the MS Office Suite for maximum productivity.
- Write effective business correspondence.
- Apply correct accounting procedures.
- Supervise and manage employees with effective leadership and communication skills.
- Utilize the Internet as a research tool in business.
Recommended Sequence
Make an appointment with your SBCC academic counselor through Starfish to create a Student Education Plan that reflects a recommended course sequence for this program that is tailored to your individual needs.
How to schedule an Academic Counseling appointment.