Description
This course offers insight into the skills and techniques Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, Office Managers, and other administrative professionals need for projects, or for those looking to move into project-focused roles.
The Project Management for an Executive Assistant Course is ideal for anyone seeking to broaden their career opportunities and develop practical project management skills.
Participants from across Switzerland and further afield can join this live Virtual Classroom programme and gain practical project management knowledge from experienced trainers.
Project Management for an Executive Assistant Course Switzerland
The course is delivered in a Virtual Classroom workshop format, with extensive interactive discussion and practical exercises designed to build confidence in applying project management skills in the workplace.
The programme focuses on real-world application and transferable workplace skills.
Course Content
- An overview of key project management models and associated terminology
- What is Project Management?
- The Project Lifecycle Model
- Planning a project and associated planning models
- The optimal mix of soft skills required by a Project Manager
- Skills and experience of an effective Project Manager
- The Project Team
- What skills do Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants and Office Managers already possess that are valuable in Project Management?
- Managing time and resource constraints
- Case studies of real-life project situations and how to deal with them
- Closing off projects and post-completion audits
Dates and Duration
The course is delivered as a one-day workshop in a live Virtual Classroom. The course runs from 11:30 to 17:30. Dates are available in the booking section.
Group bookings and bespoke courses are also available upon request for organisations.
Who Is It For?
- Personal Assistants (PAs)
- Executive Assistants (EAs)
- Office Managers
- Project Assistants
- Administrative Professionals
- Business Support Professionals
- Individuals seeking a project-focused career path
The course suits both beginners and professionals with some project experience.
Benefits
Participants will gain a clear understanding of how to maximise the transferable skills developed in roles such as Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, and Office Managers.
This builds confidence and supports effective performance in project environments.
The course combines practical soft skills with technical project knowledge, enabling participants to work more effectively on projects.
Unlike many project management programmes that focus primarily on terminology and theory, this course emphasises practical workplace application and real-world scenarios.
Course Outcomes
Upon completion, participants will gain:
- A clear understanding of the key transferable skills of an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Office Manager
- Advice on redesigning a CV to align with project-focused roles
- An overview of the technical and soft skills required to move into Project Management
- Understanding of key project management terminology
- An overview of important project management models, including:
- Project Lifecycle
- PRINCE2
- 7S Model
- 6C Model
- Additional project management frameworks
- An understanding of the pressures and constraints that affect projects and how to manage them
- Greater awareness of the importance of planning, control and effective soft skills
- A good understanding of planning methodologies
- Practical exercises focused on planning and feasibility analysis
- Increased confidence and job readiness through a combination of technical skills, project knowledge and people skills development
CPD Certification
CPD Certification is awarded upon successful completion.
CPD (Continuing Professional Development) is accredited training recognised by many professional bodies and employers worldwide.
CPD courses are highly respected internationally and are often required in specific industries. A CPD-accredited qualification on your CV can significantly enhance your professional profile and career prospects.
Switzerland and International Participants
This programme is suitable for participants based across Switzerland and internationally. Whether you are in Zurich, Geneva, Basel, Lausanne, Bern, Zug, Lucerne, St. Gallen, or elsewhere, you can attend the course live online and benefit from expert, tutor-led instruction.
The Virtual Classroom format lets participants build practical project management skills while balancing work and personal commitments, making it ideal for busy administrative professionals seeking career progression.
