A diploma in business administrative assistant can get you started quickly on a rewarding career. At the downtown Minneapolis campus of Globe University/Minnesota School of Business (GU/MSB), you can acquire the knowledge and skills needed for success as an administrative assistant in corporations, government agencies and small businesses.
Contact us
To find out about our technical diploma in business administrative assistant, contact GU/MSB-Minneapolis. Call toll-free at 1-877-303-6060 to learn about financial aid, the application process and program details.
Career options for diploma graduates
This diploma program prepares students for entry-level positions as receptionists, office administrators, clerk typists and computer operators. Graduates support the work of small business owners, managers, supervisors and department directors. They will be proficient in business communications, office software and tasks commonly performed in administrative support positions. They will be ready to contribute to their employers’ operations from the first day on the job.
Courses in the diploma program
Students take classes in topics such as the following:
- Accounting
- Communications and writing
- MS Office
- Computer information systems
- Interpersonal relations
The program can often be finished in as few as nine months of full-time study.
Online option available
The diploma in business administrative assistant can be completed through our online college. This option is an excellent way for students with busy lives and demanding jobs to further their educations and training. They can study, take tests and finish assignments whenever and wherever they have time and Internet connections. They are often able to save money on commuting and childcare and continue working in their current jobs.
Flexibility – we make it work for you
You may complete the diploma through part-time study. You can also combine online and on-campus classes. We want you to find the time to complete your education; that is why we provide the scheduling options to make it possible. And you can build on your diploma, returning to college to earn an associate or bachelor’s degree. You will find that many of the diploma credits transfer smoothly to your new program.
Contact us to learn more
Employment as a business administrative assistant can be the foundation for a great career. To learn how we can give you the tools you will need for success in the field, contact our downtown Minneapolis campus. Call GU/MSB toll-free at 1-877-303-6060.

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