Corresponding related to the syllabus INTRODUCING EDPM

should be addressed to to:

The Pro Registrar CXC ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT
Greenwood Centre PREPARATION AND MANAGEMENT
37, Arnold Road, Kingston,
Jamaica

Telephone: 876-920-6714 THE NEW SUBJECT OFFERED BY THE

Facsimile #: 876-967-4972 CARIBBEAN EXAMINATION COUNCIL
E-mail: cxcw20@cxc.org

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THE RATIONALE
Students targeting opportunities in the world
of work or opportunities for further studies
must be competent and proficient in
managing the resources of document
preparation, that is, data, computer software
and computer and computer hardware, to
produce documents of the quality and
standard required in the 21st Century world
of business.
The Electronic Document Preparation and
Management syllabus is designed to equip
students with knowledge and skills for jobs
such as clerical assistants, administrative
assistants, and reception assistants. The
knowledge gained from this syllabus will
teach faster personal growth and
development. Further, it will enhance
decision-making capabilities of students and
cultivate a disciplined and ethical workforce.
AIMS 3
The syllabus aims to:
1. Develop an appreciation of the importance
of technology in a modern office
environment.
2. Equip with the requisite skills needed to
assume clerical and administrative support
roles.
3. Lay the foundation for career
development and advancement in a business
environment.
4. Develop skills for secondary and past
secondary studies and, future careers.
5. Faster disciplined and ethical behaviors
with the work environment.
6. Develop effective document management
capabilities.