An executive assistant needs a broad skill set to be able to provide direct support to their organization's leadership. If you're pursuing a career as an executive assistant, this course will prepare you for the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) exam and teach you key business management skills. This body of knowledge will help you thrive in an executive assistant role in any corporate office setting.
Your executive assistant training covers essential topics that will help you learn the intricacies of organizational communication, office and records management, and human resources fundamentals, among other areas. You will also gain an understanding of financial and accounting terms, successful negotiation strategies, and the marketing process. Finally, you will conclude this executive assistant course by reviewing employment law, compliance and regulatory requirements, and licensing, permits, and taxes.
This CAP certification training course includes the IAAP membership, exam study guide, and an exam voucher that covers the fee for the exam.
Instructor(s):Becky Swaim
Becky Swaim has taught since 2000, focusing on Administrative Assistant Fundamentals, Administrative Assistant Applications, and Individual Excellence. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication from California State University, Long Beach. Her experience includes managing large staff in medical billing and collections and as a program manager to various medical practices.
Deven Matthews
Deven Matthews is a tenured professor with over a decade of higher education experience and extensive expertise in course design, hybrid instruction, and applied learning. An accomplished author and curriculum developer, he specializes in translating complex management concepts into practical, skill-based learning. Deven is known for mentoring students and creating engaging, career-ready programs that bridge theory and real-world practice.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 12 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Office (not included in enrollment) or LibreOffice (free).
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- QuickTime.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. Textbook assignments in each lesson of the CAP course will be linked to the eBook for the designated reading.
- The Administrative Professional: Technology and Procedures (eBook)
The following digital textbook for the Management Training course is accessed via links in the course lessons:
- Management, 15th Edition, by Richard Daft (eBook)
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Lesson 1
- Certified Administrative Professional
- Organizational Communication (Part 1)
- Understanding the Workplace Team
- Interacting with Stakeholders
- Communication Essentials
- Organizational Communication (Part 2)
- Networking
- Motivation, Leadership, And Change Management
- Public Speaking
- International Business
- Organizational Structures And Systems
- Legal And Ethical Issues
- Business Writing and Document Production
- Business Writing
- Software Applications
- Managing Hardware and Software
- Technology and Information Distribution
- Information Systems
- Telephone and Electronic Communication
- Copyright Laws and Intellectual Property
- Research and Analysis
- Managing Remote Meetings
- Information Distribution and Storage
- Office and Records Management
- Filing Standards
- File Security
- Creating Workspaces
- Managing Materials and Supplies
- Event and Project Management
- Event Scheduling And Management
- Travel Planning
- Meeting Coordination
- Project Management And Negotiations
- Human Resources
- Human Resources Terminology and Processes
- Employee Handbooks, Training, and Standard Operating Procedures
- Employee Records and Evaluation
- Staffing And Onboarding
- Human Resource Law and Harassment
- Financial Functions
- Budgeting Basics
- Introduction to Financial Statements
- Introduction to Banking and Statement Reconciliation
- Workplace Behaviors and Activities (Part 1)
- Goal Setting and Creativity
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Time Management and Stress Management
- Workplace Behaviors and Activities (Part 2)
- Planning And Controlling
- Multitasking
- Generational Distinctions
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Workplace Behaviors and Activities (Part 3)
- Supply chain management
- Purchasing and logistics
- Scheduling
- Customer service
- Becoming an Administrative Assistant and Advancing Your Career
- Duties and Traits
- Position Options
- Seeking Employment
- Career Planning
- Management Training
- Financial and Accounting Management
- Marketing Management
- Strategic Management in Operations
- Legal Issues in Operations
- Legal Aspects of Contracts
- Tax Issues
- Organizational Development and Change
- Negotiating Strategies
- Business Best Practices
- Organization Leadership and Decision Making
- Project Management for Executives
- Seven Management Disciplines
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