City & Guilds Courses in Mauritius

IT Productivity Course in Mauritius

City & Guilds Courses - IT Productivity Course in Mauritius

Our IT Productivity Course is a comprehensive training program designed to enhance your digital skills and increase productivity in the workplace. From document creation to advanced data handling and collaborative tools, this course prepares you with practical knowledge in essential IT tools and software.

This course is offered at Levels 1, 2 and 3 with typing speed ranging from 24 wpm to 50 wpm.

The course contents below will correspond to the level which you are studying.

IT Productivity Course in mauritius

Document Basics

Core document creation, saving, and file management skills.
Text editing (Cut, Copy, Paste, alignment) and formatting for professional presentation.
Advanced formatting (font styles, color, spacing) for enhanced readability

Microsoft Word or Google Docs for hands-on practice in document creation.
PDF Tools for exporting, merging, and sharing documents securely.

Spreadsheet & Data Management

Data entry, cell formatting, and organizing datasets efficiently.
Basic and intermediate formulas (SUM, AVERAGE, IF, VLOOKUP) for analysis.
Data visualization (charts and graphs) for clear presentation of insights.
Intro to database management, including organizing and retrieving data.
Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for spreadsheet practice.
Database Tools like Microsoft Access (for an introduction to database concepts).

Collaboration and Workflow Tools

Real-time document sharing, commenting, and tracking changes.
File management and sharing practices to streamline teamwork.
Digital calendars, to-do lists, and task management basics for better productivity.
Time management techniques (Pomodoro, time-blocking) to enhance focus
Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) for real-time collaboration.
Microsoft Teams or Slack for team communication.
Trello or Asana for task and project management.

Presentation Design

Creating slide presentations with a logical flow and clear messaging.
Adding images, videos, and audio to make slides engaging.
Using animations and transitions to highlight key points without distraction.
Design basics for layout, color balance, and font choice.
Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides for slide creation.
Canva for simple, visually appealing design elements.
Prezi for creating non-linear, interactive presentations.

Cybersecurity Basics

Identifying sensitive data and steps to keep it secure.
Recognizing common threats, like phishing and malware.
Securely sharing files with controlled permissions.
Essential privacy practices to manage information safely
Password Managers (LastPass, Bitwarden) for secure password storage.
Antivirus Software (like Windows Defender or Avast) for threat protection.
Google Security Checkup and other built-in tools for safe online practices.

Course Benefits

MQA Approved: Eligible for HRDC refund
Practical Sessions: Hands-on learning with in-class and virtual labs
Career-Driven Skills: Gain relevant skills to increase productivity and contribute to workplace success

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, you’ll be able to:

Efficiently create and format professional documents
Manage, analyze, and visualize data in spreadsheets
Collaborate effectively using digital tools
Create compelling presentations
Apply essential IT security practices

Course Levels

Our structured curriculum is split into the following levels to match your experience:

Beginner Level: Focuses on core document creation, text formatting, and simple presentations
Intermediate Level: Covers advanced formatting, data management, and spreadsheet functions
Advanced Level: Introduces macros, automation, data analysis, and cybersecurity basics

Certifications and Career Opportunities

This course opens doors to IT-centric careers and offers a competitive edge in various roles such as:

Office Administrator, IT Support Specialist, Data Analyst, and more
Certification of completion for each level, with options for advanced certifications upon full completion