Executive Personal Assistant and Secretarial Skills
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.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Managing complex diaries and constantly competing priorities
- 02Preparing executives fully for meetings, travel and events
- 03Handling confidential and sensitive information appropriately
- 04Drafting correspondence and minutes to a high standard
- 05Coordinating with senior stakeholders on the executive's behalf
- 06Anticipating needs and acting with initiative and discretion
- 07Acting as a trusted gatekeeper and first point of contact
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 | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 6 Nov 2026 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 16 to 20 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 30 Nov to 4 Dec 2026 | Pretoria | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 11 to 15 Jan 2027 | Durban | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 22 to 26 Feb 2027 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 3 to 7 May 2027 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 28 Jun to 2 Jul 2027 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R18,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Field
- Administration & Office Management
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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