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A management assistant with a Federal Diploma of Higher Education is able to support senior management in their management work. They have the specialist knowledge and skills to take on demanding communication, information and administrative tasks. You will be able to independently implement tasks in the areas of marketing, human resources, PR and corporate communication and take responsibility for the organization of conferences, meetings and projects. An executive assistant (or management assistant) often has an important coordinating and mediating function between their superiors, employees and customers / suppliers / business partners.
Executive assistants play a key role in companies. They are often important figures and points of contact for both executives and employees. The job market for executive assistants with a Federal Diploma of Higher Education is very diverse and offers interesting roles across a wide range of industries. In addition to the specialized knowledge taught in the program, you’ll develop your soft skills. Soft skills refer to your personal and social competencies, such as the ability to work in a team or show initiative, among others. You’ll also expand your professional network (including fellow participants and instructors) and position yourself ideally for the job market.
After successfully completing your training as an executive assistant, you’ll have a variety of continuing education options to choose from. For example, you can pursue an Advanced Federal Professional Examination (AFPE) to become a certified management expert or an expert in organizational management with a federal diploma. Or you can opt for a part-time degree program at a College of Higher Education, such as to become a certified business administrator (CHE).
