Self-test: Is the "VSH Office Management Diploma" course the right one for me?
Test here whether a business school is right for you and whether the VSH office management diploma course is the right path for you.
What does the everyday working life of holders of a VSH office management diploma look like?
Commercial employees with an office management diploma can often be found in the entrance area of a company, where they operate the switchboard, receive customers or guests and process incoming mail.
They write letters, minutes and memos, tables and lists on the computer according to specifications. They manage electronic and physical filing, copy and distribute documents and are the first point of contact for everyone and everything. They manage office supplies, look after office equipment and, depending on the position, are responsible for the public diary, general e-mail correspondence or monitoring payment transactions via bank or post.
Note: The weighting of the individual task areas can vary greatly depending on the company and task profile.
The Association of Swiss Commercial Schools (VSH): What tasks does the association perform?
The Association of Swiss Commercial Schools (VSH) has existed since 1978 as an association of private commercial schools. The private commercial schools are private educational companies that offer commercial training and further education.
The aim of the association and its member schools is to provide sound training and further education for commercial practice.
To ensure the uniform and high quality of VSH training courses, the association is in close contact with important organizations and associations, offices, authorities and private institutions in the education sector. In addition, the VSH carries out regular monitoring at its member schools to check whether the respective school and its employees are complying with the association's standards, specifications, requirements and rules.
The examinations leading to a VSH diploma are regulated and monitored by the VSH, giving the diploma a certain quality label - which is also recognized and valued on the job market. The VSH diplomas awarded are registered by the association.
Question 1:
Do the activities described meet your expectations? Would you like to work with an office management diploma?
Great! Then you've come to the right place with this course. We wish you lots of fun and success.
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Based on the information you provide in the questionnaire, our education advisors will make suitable suggestions for courses, seminars or training programs, provide an overview of the different levels and types of education and assist you with questions about the Swiss education system. You will thus receive an initial overview based on the information you provide. This can support you in your search for or decision on the right education or further training.
If you don't like all the activities, take a look at related further training courses. Perhaps you will find something that suits you better.
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Target group and skills: Who is the VSH office management diploma course suitable for? What qualities and skills are required?
The training and further education for the office management diploma with VSH diploma is aimed at the following target groups.
- People changing careers, for example from the craft sector, who want to switch to a job in the administrative sector
- Re-entrants who want to bring themselves up to date
- Persons who require up-to-date additional commercial training
Holders of an office management diploma should have the following personal qualities and skills:
- Good manners and well-groomed appearance
- Willingness to provide service
- Enjoy computer work
- Accuracy in dealing with numbers
- Organizational skills
Question 2:
Do you belong to one of the target groups for the VSH Office Management Diploma and do you have the necessary personal qualities?
Great!
- If you do not belong to any of the above-mentioned groups, you cannot aim for the office management diploma directly. Otherwise, take a look atrelated areasyou may come across further training courses that are aimed precisely at people like you.
- If you don't have the necessary personal qualities and skills, you won't be happy in this role. Look out for training opportunities that offer a technical specialization that better suits your skills.
Requirements for admission to the VSH office management diploma course, further training:
There are no official admission requirements for the VSH office management diploma course. Most schools require the following for admission to an office management diploma course:
- Minimum age 18 years and completed schooling
- Good keyboarding skills
- German language skills at level B2/C1 (European Language Reference Framework) for non-German native speakers
Note: At some schools, it is also possible to attend the course without taking an exam. However, you will not be left empty-handed - in this case, you will usually receive a so-called "school certificate".
In addition, many schools offer various preliminary courses, such as German grammar, spelling, keyboarding, computer science or languages.
Question 3:
Do you meet the requirements for admission?
Great!
If you are not sure whether your German language skills are sufficient for the VSH Office Management Diploma, then take a test now.Placement test. If your language skills are not sufficient, you will findheresuitable educational offers.
You can contact the appropriate schools directly via the inquiry form free of charge and without obligation and receive detailed information on the respective course and can ask your questions.
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If you are not sure whether your German language skills are sufficient for the VSH Office Management Diploma, then take a test now.Placement test. If your language skills are not sufficient, you will findheresuitable educational offers.
You can contact the appropriate schools directly via the inquiry form free of charge and without obligation and receive detailed information on the respective course and can ask your questions.
If you are not yet very proficient at typing, look out for educational courses where you can learn and practise the 10-finger system. Perhaps you willherefound.
Subject matter and content of the training
The subject matter of the VSH office management diploma training and further training courses is based on the VSH association's specifications. As a rule, the following topics are covered (analogous to the examination subjects):
- Standard language: German(e.g. word types, spelling, punctuation, text editing, presentation, verbal and non-verbal communication)
- Foreign languages: French/Italian and English(including vocabulary, grammar, comprehension strategies, listening, speaking, reading, writing)
- IKA: Information/Communication/Administration(including information management and administration, basic computer science, written communication, text design, spreadsheets, automation)
- W+G Economy and society(including understanding financial and business contexts, bookkeeping, law and the state)
- Project work
There may well be slight differences in the learning content between schools. For example, the schools can offer additional subjects, so-called "free subjects" in further education. The examination requirements for the additionally examined subjects are then determined by the schools themselves - however, these are not effective for passing the VSH office management diploma examination.
Question 4:
Are you interested in this content, would you like to acquire knowledge in these subject areas?
Great! You can look forward to exciting and instructive hours in which you will broaden your knowledge horizon and skills - aspects that are in demand on the job market and increase your career and salary opportunities.
If you are only partially interested in the content of the VSH Office Management Diploma, take a look at other training and further education courses in related areas. You may find a course that suits you better.
Obviously the typical subject areas of the VSH office management diploma are not your thing. Take a look at other further training courses instead. OnEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a wide range of options.
Costs and financing of further training
The costs vary depending on the school and training model. In general, the following costs must be expected for the 2-semester course:
- Course feesbetween CHF 5'500.- and CHF 16'200.- (this usually includes the examination fees for the VSH office diploma)
- ECDL-Certificates: approx. CHF 400.
- Some providers requireExtra costsfor
- Enrollment
- Teaching aids
- Training documents
- Internal examinations and examination training
- Simulation test
It is best to contact the provider of your choice directly regarding the possible extra costs.
Question 5:
Are you able to pay for the course?
Great! Here's another tip: If you are able to pay the full amount in advance, ask the school of your choice whether they offer a special discount for full payment in advance.
Information on financial support options from the employer, federal government, canton, foundations or through loans from the Education Promotion FoundationEducaSwissyou will receive in ourAdvisor"How to finance your further training properly".
Most schools allow you to pay the course costs in installments. Most schools charge a small surcharge for payment in installments.
Ask your employer whether they will contribute to the costs.
Perhaps there is someone in your private circle who will support your further education project with a loan. A bank or credit institution may also support you with an educational loan. You will be able to repay some of the borrowed funds immediately after the professional examination with the federal contribution.
Information on financial support options from the employer, federal government, canton, foundations or through loans from the Education Promotion FoundationEducaSwissyou will receive in ourAdvisor"How to finance your further training properly".
Information on financial support for temporary workers from "temptraining", the further training fund of the temporary employment sector, can be found athere.
Most schools allow you to pay the course costs in installments. Most schools charge a small surcharge for payment in installments.
Ask your employer whether they will contribute to the costs.
Perhaps there is someone in your private circle who will support your further education project with a loan. A bank or credit institution may also support you with an educational loan. You will be able to repay some of the borrowed funds immediately after the professional examination with the federal contribution.
Information on financial support options from the employer, federal government, canton, foundations or through loans from the Education Promotion FoundationEducaSwissyou will receive in ourAdvisor"How to finance your further training properly".
Information on financial support for temporary workers from "temptraining", the further training fund of the temporary employment sector, can be found athere.
Duration of study, number of lessons and learning effort
- The training and further education for the VSH office management diploma is modular and lasts 2 semesters (longer or shorter depending on the provider)
- The VSH Office Specialist Diploma further training course comprises between approx. 300 lessons and 1000 lessons. (Depending on the offer and training model)
- Various time options are offered for attending the lessons or learning hours. There are full-time models, where lessons take place all day on weekdays from Monday to Friday, but part-time models, for example with evening lessons on two weekdays, can also be found in some educational programs.
- Many schools offer a mix of face-to-face and online courses (online, hybrid teaching, blended learning) as well as self-study. You can therefore choose the format that allows you to combine further education with your family, career and free time in the best possible way.
- Thanks to the in-service training concept, you can apply and deepen the learning material in practice straight away. Nevertheless, you should allow sufficient time for preparation and follow-up of the lessons and for self-study - how much depends on your prior knowledge, working style and learning speed. We recommend that you allow at least 4-6 hours per week as a precaution.
Note: Some schools offer so-called "taster lessons". This gives you the opportunity to gain an insight into the lessons and the learning atmosphere. Important aspects on the way to a successful graduation. It is best to contact the school of your choice directly for a taster lesson.
Question 6:
Can you find the time for lessons and self-study?
Great!
Tip for self-study: Set yourself realistic daily or weekly targets and think about a small reward when you have achieved them. A good study strategy not only motivates you, but also protects you from chaotic, stressful study days and nights shortly before the exam.
If you don't have that much time, get in touch with the providers and clarify whether you can possibly complete the course over more than two semesters.
If you still don't have enough time, check whether you can create space for yourself elsewhere. Perhaps someone close to you can take on certain tasks for you for the duration of your training?
Degree and diploma
The path to the VSH office management diploma usually involves various examinations during training. These so-called experience grades then count towards the qualification.
Finally, the diploma examination takes place via a central examination. Every year, the VSH Quality Commission creates so-called examination series, i.e. examination templates that must be used unchanged by the schools.
For quality assurance purposes, the VSH monitors the conduct, control and grading of all parts of the diploma examinations, as well as the issuing of the VSH diploma.
The final examination for the VSH Office Management Diploma is structured as follows (subject, form and duration):
- Standard language (German): written (90 min.) and oral (20 min.)
- Foreign language (French/Italian or English): written (60 min.) and oral (20 min.)
- IKA Information/Communication/Administration: written (150 min.)
- W+G Economy and Society: written (150 min.)
- Project work
Diploma and title
Successful graduates of an office management diploma further training course receive the "VSH Office Management Diploma", which is recognized throughout Switzerland.
Question 7:
Do you have the confidence to pass the VSH Diploma in Office Management?
Great!
Here are some general success factors on the way to a new training qualification:
- Regular attendance of lessons
- Actively contribute your questions, don't leave anything half-understood in the room!
- Interest in the topic and active participation in class
- Detailed preparation and follow-up of the lesson material at home
- Committed cooperation in group work, processing of case studies, etc.
- Participation in learning groups for regular exchange
- Intensive exam preparation: practise exam situations and gain exam experience, e.g. in simulation exams.
If you are unsure, we recommend that you attend an information event on this course.
Arrange a personal consultation appointment with the school of your choice or theAssociation of Swiss Business Schools VSH.Explain your interest and your concerns and see how your counterpart reacts to which points and what they recommend.
Ask the school management about support options. Also consider whether you would like other support, for example from learning therapists or coaches, autogenic or mental training.
Here are some general success factors on the way to a new training qualification:
- Regular attendance of lessons
- Actively contribute your questions, don't leave anything half-understood in the room!
- Interest in the topic and active participation in class
- Detailed preparation and follow-up of the lesson material at home
- Committed cooperation in group work, processing of case studies, etc.
- Participation in learning groups for regular exchange
- Intensive exam preparation: practise exam situations and gain exam experience, e.g. in simulation exams.
If you are not at all confident of passing the final examination but would like to complete the training, it is best to arrange a personal consultation appointment with a school or theAssociation of Swiss Business Schools VSH. Explain your interest and your concerns and see how your counterpart reacts to which points and what they recommend.
Ask the school of your choice whether there are any support options for you.
Also consider whether you would like other support, for example from learning therapists or coaches, autogenic or mental training. You can find suitable offers here:
No, the VSH office management diploma does not suit you. What a pity? - Perhaps not, because there are so many other options for further training. One or the other will certainly suit you much better.
Check which other further training courses are suitable for you. OnEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a large selection of offers.
The VSH Office Management Diploma course is probably not the right further education course for you.
Are you surprised or disappointed? Perhaps take the test again and see where your ideas or possibilities deviate from the ideal job. Perhaps this will point you in the direction of more suitable further training.
Then see which other further training courses interest you. ToEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a large selection of offers.
This is a half-hearted result: the VSH office management diploma course does not seem ideal for you. Or is it perhaps the form of training that doesn't suit you or doesn't fit well in organizational terms?
See which other further training courses are suitable for you. OnEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a large selection of offers.
The VSH Diploma in Office Administration is not ideal for you - or is it?
If you are unsure, it is best to attend the providers' information events. There you can find out more about further training and discuss your personal options and questions directly with the specialist representatives present.
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This training seems to suit you.
As a next step, we recommend that you attend an information event at suitable schools and obtain details of the exact costs and dates.
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This course seems to be made for you!
The best thing to do now is to attend information events at the schools you are interested in and find out everything you need to know about the specific content, costs and dates.
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