UCT, GetSmarter launch innovative online course

The University of Cape Town and GetSmarter, South Africa’s leading online educator, are proud to announce the launch of the UCT Professional Communication and Management course. The 10-week part-time course, which starts on 16 April  2012, is presented entirely online through GetSmarter’s innovative online learning platform.

Almost every business needs a fully trained receptionist, office manager and secretary. Unfortunately, many people in these positions do not have formal qualifications and have not learned best industry practices, meaning that they struggle to perform the role to its full potential. They require considerable on-the-job training, which costs time and money and takes other staff away from their important work.

The UCT Professional Communication and Management course teaches the skills and knowledge required to perform a variety of secretarial, administrative and communication tasks efficiently and accurately. From communicating on the phone to planning company events and taking meeting minutes, the course provides a comprehensive overview of all tasks performed by a secretary or office administrator.

GetSmarter’s advanced and user-friendly learning model provides students with a personal and professional educational experience. Students work through the course material together and receive continuous academic and administrative assistance during the course. Each of the 10 modules includes comprehensive and up-to-date course notes, discussion forums where students interact with one another, an interactive quiz and video lectures to make the course material more engaging.

GetSmarter is a high-touch online education company that works together with top universities and industry experts to present courses throughout South Africa. It has trained over 6,000 students in the past three years, in such diverse topics as labour law, creative writing and internet marketing – all from the comfort of the students’ homes or offices.The University of Cape Town is one of Africa’s leading universities. GetSmarter and UCT work together with only the best industry experts to provide professional and exceptional support. The convener for this course is Claire Payne, a renowned and experienced teacher in this field.

The course starts on 16 April 2012. Please contact Anique on 021 447 7565 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information. Alternatively visit www.GetSmarter.co.za.

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