Career prospects of confidential secretary in a public establishment (a case study of osun state polytechnic, ire

Project Abstract

This research project focuses on the career prospects of confidential secretaries in a public establishment, with a case study of Osun State Polytechnic, Iree. The role of a confidential secretary is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of an organization by providing administrative and secretarial support to top management. However, the career prospects of confidential secretaries have not been extensively studied, especially in the context of public institutions. The objectives of this study include examining the current job responsibilities of confidential secretaries at Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, identifying the challenges they face in their career development, and exploring opportunities for career advancement within the organization. The research methodology involves a combination of qualitative and quantitative approaches, including interviews, surveys, and document analysis. The findings of this study reveal that confidential secretaries at Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, play a vital role in the effective functioning of the institution by handling sensitive information, managing communications, and supporting top management. However, they face challenges such as limited opportunities for professional development, lack of recognition for their contributions, and limited career progression paths. In terms of career prospects, the study identifies several opportunities for confidential secretaries to enhance their skills and advance their careers within the organization. These include participating in training programs, pursuing additional certifications, and taking on leadership roles in projects and committees. The study also highlights the importance of mentorship and networking in advancing the career prospects of confidential secretaries. Overall, the research project contributes to the existing literature on the career prospects of confidential secretaries in public institutions by providing insights into the specific challenges and opportunities faced by this group of professionals. The findings of this study can inform policymakers, human resource managers, and confidential secretaries themselves on strategies to improve career prospects and job satisfaction in public establishments.

Project Overview

<p> </p><p>to adapt to her surroundings, she has to master new skills such as operating word processors and computers. Telex and electronic mall have becomes part of everyday life for her and the business letter does not occupy as much of her days as it used to be in the past. The secretary today is finding less of her time being spent behind the typewriter and more time being spent attending to other aspects of her work.</p><p>Historical Background Information of Osun State Polytechnic, Iree. </p><p>This history of Osun State Polytechnic, Iree dated back to 1981 when the campus was one of the four satellite campuses of the polytechnic, Ibadan Following the creation of Osun State in August 1991, it became necessary for the new state to have her own Polytechnic. Government therefore decided to establish Osun State Polytechnic, Iree in the state to cater for the educational needs of the citizens.</p><p>The bill establishing Osun State Polytechnic, Iree was assented to by the first Executive Governor of Osun State, Alhaji Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke on 12th October, 1992. by that act of Government, Osun State Polytechnic, Iree became a successor to the Iree satellite erstwhile campus of the Polytechnic, Ibadan. Similarly Osun State College of Technology Esa-Oke was established as a successor to the Esa-Oke satellite campus.</p><p>The state had a mission for the institutions. The mission was to rationalized the courses between the two sister institutions with orientation towards commerce. Science and Technology at Iree while Esa-Oke was marked for Engineering and Environmental Studies.</p><p>However, in view of the advice given by the NBTE that Polytechnic should offer core courses in Engineering, the vision is being revised along that line, plans are therefore in the pipe-line to introduce engineering and environmental studies, at Iree viz: – Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Engineering.</p><p>The institution has an imposing library block which serves the academic interest of both staff and students. It keep a fairly sizable number of books for it’s and reading public. Plans are underway to increase its book stock and services particularly in the areas of provision of photocopy services, photographic services and audio visuals.</p><p>The institution also has a health centre where staff and students receive medical care. However, serious cases are referred to hospitals at Iree, Ikirun and Osogbo. The works and the services department located near the institutional structure and equipment and provide municipal services e.g. water, electricity etc to staff and students.</p><p>With this humble and beginning, management will appreciate the contributions and sacrifices of all staff, students, and the general public at large to an orderly and progressive of development of this young institution.</p><p>The environment provides adequate challenges to all concerned and it is our hope that we would all been working together for cooperation, understanding to build osun State Polytechnic, Iree into enviable edifice.</p><p>1.1 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Statement of the Problem</p><p>The problem of the study is to determine:</p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; The promotion prospects of the secretary in a public establishment.</p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; The training prospects of the secretary in a public establishment.</p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; The occupational mobility prospects of the secretary in a public establishment.</p><p>1.2 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Research Questions</p><p>1. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; What are the promotion prospects of the secretary of a public establishments?</p><p>2. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; What are the training prospects of the secretary in a public establishment?</p><p>3. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; What are the occupational mobility prospects of the secretary in a public establishment?</p><p>1.3 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Purpose of the Study</p><p>In many of our national Institutes of learning today there are few candidates applying for the secretariat studies. Those who are eventually admitted for the course are mostly faced with a lot of problems before they can become secretariat.</p><p>It is the purpose of this study however to find out whether the course provides job satisfactions in term of salary, promotion, frige benefits. The study plans to find out what secretarial practice include in Nigeria offices.</p><p>1.4 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Significance of the Study</p><p>The study will discuss extensively why few candidates apply for secretarial studies. It will also reveal the job opportunities for secretaries in public establishment. However, the coverage of the topic will be incomplete if a look is not made into the social psychological, educational and economical importance of the topic in chapter two of the project.</p><p>1.5 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Delimitation of the Study</p><p>This research work titled “career prospects of a confidential secretaries in public establishments Osun State Polytechnic, Iree as its case study. This establishment was selected on such a way that it will represent the various type of institution involved in training and employing qualified secretaries.</p><p>1.6 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Limitation of the Study</p><p>The factors that militate against this study is due to lack of co-operation on the part of some secretarial staff who were visited. Also, there are limited literature materials available for the research work</p> <br><p></p>