Each subject will be covered in a separate 10-week session. Office Systems and Administration is scheduled for this fall. An orientation will be held this Thursday (9/2) at 4:00pm in Fletcher 300 if you would like more information or to register for class. Please contact the Division of Continuing Education if you would like to attend. Phone: 4344 or email: [log in to unmask]
Why earn the CPS rating?
Among the rewards for achieving the CPS rating, many of the more than
54,000 CPS holders have reported: pride in accomplishment, increased
self-esteem, greater respect from employers and peers, confidence to assume
greater responsibilities, college credit toward a degree, pay increases,
bonuses and opportunity for advancement. In today's workplace, having
the CPS credentials can be assurance of employability.
How is the CPS rating obtained?
The rating is obtained by: a) completing and verifying educational
and employment experience requirements; and b) passing a three-part, one-day
examination.
What are the qualifications?
Qualifications for taking the CPS examination include a combination
of education and experience. Please refer to http://www.iaap-hq.org/Capstone2.htm
for more information.
What is on the CPS Examination?
| FINANCE &
BUSINESS LAW |
OFFICE SYSTEMS &
ADMINISTRATION |
MANAGEMENT |
| Economics (30%) | Office Technology (50%) | Behavioral Science in Business (36%) |
| Accounting (35%) | Office Administration (25%) | Human Resources Management (19%) |
| Business Law (35%) | Business Communications (25%) | Organizations and Management (45%) |
| 120 questions, 2 1/2 hours | 150 questions, 2 hours | 150 questions, 2 hours |
When is the CPS examination given?
An internationalized version of the CPS examination is given the first
Saturday in May and November. UTC is an authorized testing center
for the CPS examination.