Meeting and Diary Management for Executives
An executive's calendar is the main lever an assistant has over how the organisation spends senior time. This course covers protecting time, triaging requests and running a diary that reflects real priorities.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01The diary as a statement of priorities
- 02Triaging requests and protecting focused time
- 03Coordinating across multiple senior diaries
- 04Preparation: papers, briefings and context
- 05Conflicts, reschedules and last minute change
- 06Travel, time zones and multi leg itineraries
- 07Managing upward and saying no on someone's behalf
What you will gain
- Triage meeting requests against stated priorities
- Protect blocks of time for work that needs focus
- Coordinate diaries across several senior people
- Prepare the executive for what each meeting requires
- Handle conflicting demands and last minute changes
- Manage travel and time zones without error
Who should attend
- Executive and personal assistants
- Office managers supporting executives
- Administrative coordinators
- Board and committee secretaries
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 to 27 Oct 2026 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 9 to 10 Nov 2026 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 30 Nov to 1 Dec 2026 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 9 to 10 Feb 2027 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 12 to 13 Apr 2027 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 28 to 29 Jun 2027 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 |
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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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Administration & Office Management
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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