Associate Degree in Office Management and Administration
Program Description
The Associate Degree in Office Management and Administration is designed to equip learners with the knowledge, practical skills, and professional competencies required to manage modern office environments and support effective organizational operations. The programme combines office administration, management, human resource management, leadership, information technology, and financial procedures to prepare learners for a wide range of administrative and organizational roles.
Throughout the programme, learners develop an understanding of organizational design, management of learning and development, leadership, employee engagement, and human capital management. The curriculum also emphasizes resource planning and allocation, office management fundamentals, financial operations, and the effective use of information technology in professional office settings.
In addition to developing administrative and managerial capabilities, the programme strengthens learners’ academic communication, English language, and professional writing skills. These competencies support effective workplace communication, decision-making, problem-solving, record management, and coordination of organizational activities.
By integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications, the programme prepares graduates to contribute confidently to the efficiency, productivity, and professional performance of offices and organizations across both public and private sectors.
Course Information
MNQF Level:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 6
Intake Months:Â Â Â Â Â January / June / September
Credits:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 240
Study Mode:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Full Time
Duration:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 2 Years
Delivery Mode:Â Â Â Â Â Â Face to Face / E-Learning
Medium:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â English
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- Successful completion of Higher Secondary Education OR
- Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field OR
- Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Program approved for the specific Diploma program.
Alternative Entry
- 20 years old, completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated) AND
- Successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program OR
- 20 years old AND
- Completion of secondary school AND
- 2 years of relevant work experience AND
- Successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program.
Program Modules
Year 1
Semester 1
MGMT502Â Â –Â Â Management of Learning and Development
LANG501Â Â Â –Â Â Essential English for Academic Purposes
HRMT502Â Â –Â Â International Human Resource Management
Semester 2
MGMT508Â Â –Â Â Organization Design and Management
MGMT503Â Â –Â Â Leadership Management
HRMT501Â Â –Â Â Employee Engagement
Year 2
Semester 3
LANG601Â Â –Â Â Academic writting Essentials
HRMT602Â Â –Â Â Resource Planning and Allocation in the Organization
MGMT606Â Â –Â Â Fundamentals of Office Management
Semester 4
ITEC601Â Â Â Â –Â Â Information Technology for Office Professionals
HRMT607Â Â –Â Â Human Capital Management
AFMT602Â Â –Â Â Financial Operation and Procedures
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Associate Degree in Office Management and Administration can pursue a variety of administrative, office management, human resource, and organizational support roles in public and private sector organizations. The knowledge and practical skills gained through the programme prepare learners to contribute to efficient office operations, employee coordination, resource management, and professional workplace administration.
Potential career opportunities include:
Office Administrator
Office Manager
Administrative Officer
Executive Assistant
Personal Assistant
Administrative Coordinator
Human Resource Assistant
Human Resource Coordinator
Operations Assistant
Project Administrative Assistant
Records and Information Management Officer
Finance and Administration Assistant
Customer Service and Administrative Officer
Secretary / Executive Secretary
Graduates may find employment in government offices, educational institutions, private companies, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, non-governmental organizations, and other administrative and corporate environments. The programme also provides a foundation for further studies in business management, human resource management, office administration, and related disciplines.
Course Fee
Registration: 500 MVR
Monthly: 2, 500 MVR
Total: 60, 000 MVR





