Executive Assistant Masterclass: Strategic Partner to Leaders (AS-009) Training Course

Executive Assistant Masterclass: Strategic Partner to Leaders

Today's executive assistants are strategic partners who manage priorities, information, stakeholders and projects on behalf of senior leaders. The best EAs multiply their…

5 daysClassroom or online

13Upcoming dates

6Cities

£2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Today's executive assistants are strategic partners who manage priorities, information, stakeholders and projects on behalf of senior leaders. The best EAs multiply their executive's effectiveness.

This LLMI masterclass develops advanced EA skills: partnering with executives, priority and diary strategy, managing information flow, stakeholder management and influence, project coordination, professional communication, discretion and using AI and digital tools. Participants build a personal development plan.

Course Objectives

Build a strategic partnership with executives

Manage priorities, diaries and decision flow

Control information and communication flows

Influence stakeholders on behalf of leaders

Coordinate projects and events

Use digital and AI tools to increase impact

Target Audience

Executive assistants

Personal assistants to senior leaders

Chiefs of staff

Office managers

Board secretaries

Senior administrative professionals

Course Methodology

Interactive workshops

Case scenarios

Role plays

Tool demonstrations

Personal action planning

Course outline

1Day 1: The Strategic EA

Evolving EA role
Partnership with executives
Understanding executive priorities
Professional brand
Exercise: Role assessment

2Day 2: Priorities and Diary Strategy

Diary management strategy
Meeting gatekeeping
Decision preparation
Time protection
Workshop: Diary redesign

3Day 3: Information and Communication

Email and correspondence management
Briefing packs
Minutes and actions
Discretion and confidentiality
Exercise: Executive briefing

4Day 4: Influence and Projects

Stakeholder management
Influencing without authority
Project coordination
Events
Role play: Handling a demanding stakeholder

5Day 5: Digital Tools and Growth

AI and productivity tools
Automation
Career development
Wellbeing
Capstone: Personal EA development plan

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Executive Assistant Masterclass: Strategic Partner to Leaders course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Executive Assistant Masterclass: Strategic Partner to Leaders course?

The next public date is 14 - 18 Dec 2026 in Paris. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Paris, Rome, Kuala Lumpur, Barcelona, Geneva, Cape Town.

Can I take Executive Assistant Masterclass: Strategic Partner to Leaders online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Executive Assistant Masterclass: Strategic Partner to Leaders

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