The future of data processing (DP) will depend upon how business teachers handle the subject. A high school DP curriculum should provide background and basic entry-level skills to prepare students for opportunities in this rapidly growing field. (SK)

The author describes the organization of the clerical staff, career paths, and job requirements at various levels in her company and offers suggestions for the educational preparation of word processing clerks, as an entry into office occupations. (SK)

Personnel directors of 38 business firms responded to a questionnaire rating 24 employee traits related to competencies, attitudes, skills, and personality which needed improvement. Five traits were common among the rank order one to five to both retailer and commercial and service organization respondents: oral communication, initiative,…

Graduation and summer jobs are around the corner. Have you students prepare themselves for a job through knowledge of the application form and its varied questions. (Author)

Results of a survey to determine whether a Maryland high school business program prepared its graduates for their first job after graduation indicates a basically satisfactory business curriculum in need of change. Summary findings regarding graduate and business community surveys and recommendations are listed. (LH)