Question

All types of secretaries need to have the same qualification.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

(i) One basic qualification required for all types of secretaries is sound general education.

(ii) He must be a graduate in any of the respective fields.

(iii) The secretary needs special qualifications as per the nature of organisation where he works.

(iv) It also depends on the nature of job, i.e. what functions, duties and responsibilities are given to him.

(v) The qualifications are based also on the position or status enjoyed by the secretary in that organisation.

(vi) Of course, all types of secretaries need knowledge of accountancy, correspondence, office routine, etc.

(vii) A secretary of a Joint Stock Company must have knowledge of the Companies Act, 1956 and other laws like Income Tax Act and Factories Act.

(viii) Hence, all types of secretaries need not have the same qualifications.