Almost every job today involves a computer — from reception and retail to teaching and logistics. Strong basic computer skills make you more employable and more productive from day one.
The ten skills
- 1
Confident typing
Accurate typing at a steady speed saves hours every week.
- 2
File and folder management
Saving, naming and finding documents quickly.
- 3
Microsoft Word
Letters, reports and memos that look professional.
- 4
Microsoft Excel
Lists, budgets, formulas and simple charts.
- 5
PowerPoint
Clear slides for meetings and training.
- 6
Professional email
Clear subject lines, polite tone, correct attachments.
- 7
Internet research
Finding reliable information fast.
- 8
Online forms and portals
Comfort using eCitizen, iTax and employer systems.
- 9
Cloud tools
Using Google Drive or OneDrive to share and back up work.
- 10
Online safety
Strong passwords and spotting phishing and scams.
How to show these skills to employers
List specific skills on your CV rather than just “computer literate” — for example “Excel: formulas, sorting, charts”. A training certificate supports your claim, and being able to demonstrate the skill in an interview seals it.
