Executive Personal Assistant and Secretarial Skills
Course overview
The modern executive assistant is a strategic partner, not just a support function. This course sharpens the diary, communication, and organisational skills needed to make an executive and their office run smoothly.
What you will gain
- Manage complex diaries and competing priorities
- Prepare executives for meetings and travel
- Handle confidential information appropriately
- Draft correspondence and minutes to a high standard
- Coordinate with stakeholders on the executive's behalf
- Anticipate needs and act with initiative
Who should attend
- Executive and personal assistants
- Senior secretaries
- Office and administrative managers
- Staff supporting senior leaders
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 to 18 Dec 2026 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 | Book |
| 12 to 16 Apr 2027 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 | Book |
| 9 to 13 Aug 2027 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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