Executive Secretary
Overview
The Executive Secretary course prepares you for executive support roles over 18 hours of practical training. You will build the communication, organization, and office management skills that executives and senior managers rely on, from handling correspondence and scheduling to coordinating projects and events.
Alongside administrative skills, the course develops the judgment, professionalism, and confidentiality the role demands, so you leave ready to support executives with the mix of soft skills and practical know how the position requires.
What You Will Learn
- Communicate professionally with executives, clients, and stakeholders
- Manage an office efficiently, including records, scheduling, and travel coordination
- Prioritize tasks and manage time under pressure
- Coordinate multiple projects and initiatives at once
- Plan and execute corporate events, meetings, and conferences
- Apply leadership and interpersonal skills to build rapport and resolve conflict
- Solve problems and make decisions in fast moving executive support situations
- Handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality
Course Curriculum
| Module | What you cover |
|---|---|
| Module 1: Introduction to the Executive Secretary Role | Responsibilities, the importance of executive support, and professional ethics |
| Module 2: Advanced Communication Skills | Verbal and non-verbal communication, active listening, and business writing |
| Module 3: Office Management for Executives | Office organization, records management, executive scheduling, and travel coordination |
| Module 4: Time Management and Prioritization | Task prioritization, delegation, and managing interruptions |
| Module 5: Project Coordination and Multitasking | Project management principles and coordinating multiple initiatives |
| Module 6: Event Planning and Coordination | Planning corporate events, venue selection, and budgeting |
| Module 7: Leadership and Interpersonal Skills | Leadership styles, building rapport, and conflict resolution |
| Module 8: Problem Solving and Decision Making | Analyzing problems and applying creative decision making |
| Module 9: Professionalism and Confidentiality | Discretion, handling sensitive information, and ethical considerations |
Who This Course Is For
This course is for anyone who wants to work as an executive secretary or administrative assistant supporting senior management.
Certification
Upon completion, students receive a certificate of completion recognized by the Ministry of Education.
Target audiences
- Aspiring executive secretaries and administrative assistants
- Office staff moving into executive support roles
- Anyone who wants stronger office management and communication skills
Requirements
- Basic literacy in Arabic or English
- No prior office experience required
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