Executive Assistant Project And Event Management Skills

Learn the Principles of Project Management, Project Lifecycle, How to Manage a Project or Event

What you'll learn

Define the roles and responsibilities of a project manager

Discover how to estimate project timelines and budgets

Identify and manage project risks

Complete a case study to manage a project from conception to completion

Create efficiencies and review your current tasks and how they could be project managed

Understand the importance of personality and skills in a project team

Gain confidence in managing your projects and events

Receive handouts on how to start and manage a project

Requirements

No project management experience needed. You will learn everything you need to know

Increase your knowledge of project management methodology and practices

You already have administrative and organisational skills

Description

Executive Assistants: Project Management Course OverviewThis course is designed to enhance your understanding of project management principles and equip you with the skills to confidently manage events and projects for your Manager. As an Executive or Administrative Assistant, possessing project management expertise is increasingly recognized as a vital component of a well-rounded management skill set.You will deepen your knowledge of the theories and practices underpinning effective project management. The course will introduce you to the concept of "project working," highlighting its distinctions from routine, day-to-day tasks. You will explore what defines a project and gain valuable insights into creating successful projects while learning to identify when a "project approach" is the best method for managing your workload.Key topics covered include:Understanding essential project management terminology.Practical time management techniques for real-world applications.Navigating a project’s lifecycle through hands-on case studies.Risk assessment and critical path analysis.Exploring project management personality types and assembling effective project teams.By the end of the course, you will have gained practical experience and confidence in managing projects from inception to completion.Upon successful completion, you will qualify for a CPD Certificate (Continuing Professional Development) issued by the esteemed Global PA Association. To claim your certificate, simply reach out to us, and we will assist you in completing the process promptly.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to Project Management Skills for Executive Assistants Course

Lecture 1 This video is an introduction to the Course Programme and the 5 Modules

Section 2: Module 1: Intro Video – What is Project Management?

Lecture 2 Module 1: What is Project Management?- Overview of Key Project Management Models

Lecture 3 Module 1: What is Project Management?

Section 3: Module 2: Intro Video

Lecture 4 The Project Lifecycle and how to use it to manage your Projects

Lecture 5 Module 2: The Project Lifecycle

Section 4: Module 3: Intro Video

Lecture 6 How to manage a Project or Event & the Role of the Project Manager

Lecture 7 Module 3: How to manage a Project or Event & the Role of the Project Manager

Section 5: Module 4: Intro Video

Lecture 8 Complete a Project Management Case Study & Risk Management

Lecture 9 Module 4: Project Management Case & Review of Risk Management

Section 6: Module 5: Intro Video – Team Working, Personality Types, Critical Path Analysis

Lecture 10 Module 5: Intro Video – Team Working, Personality Types, Critical Path Analysis

Lecture 11 Module 5: Module Video – Team Working, Critical Path Analysis, Budgets & Summary

Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, Admin Assistants, Team Assistants, Administrators, Office Managers,Office support staff interested in increasing their knowledge and understanding of how project management is applied,Graduates looking to build a solid foundation in how project management is practiced in the workplace,Family projects can utilize project management methodologies to enhance efficiency and organization,Office Apprentices new to the workplace