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Program Overview
Executive assistants manage office duties and support an organization executive in their work. With our Business Administration – Executive Assistant Diploma Program, you’ll learn all the skills you need to become an invaluable asset to executives across all industries.
This program is licensed under Alberta’s Private Vocational Training Act (PVTA) and Manitoba’s Private Vocational Institutions Act (PVIA).
- Gain the knowledge and tools to communicate effectively and professionally in the workplace
- Learn to perform functions common to all Microsoft Windows applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Program Delivery
Online Learning
- Study on your own schedule with the option to attend live lectures throughout the week to connect with your instructor.
- Remote learning doesn't mean you're doing it on your own! You will always have the support of your instructors and education team through video calls, discussion boards and more.
- Brightspace helps you stay on track and hold you accountable while giving you flexibility.
Visit our Online Learning to learn more about this delivery format.
Program Details
Admission Requirements
Our admissions agents can work with you to ensure you meet the program’s criteria. This program is not currently open to International Students.
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Graduates of the Business Administration – Executive Assistant program will find employment in a wide range of businesses and office settings, across a variety of sectors.
- Executive Assistant
- Business Development Associate
- Marketing Associate
- Account Manager
- Administrative Coordinator
- Executive Secretary
- Financial Administrator
- Human Resources Coordinator
- Human Resources Assistant
- Sales Representative
You could be earning in less than a year
Lifetime Career Services
Even though you’ll leave Robertson once you graduate, we will support you throughout your career. Our team will help you with resume building, job hunting and interview preparation and will continue to guide you as you advance in your role.
Before you graduate, you’ll be paired with a career specialist in your field who will help you find a meaningful place to start your career. As a graduate, you’ll have lifelong access to student services that are committed to your success and helping you thrive.
Learn more about Lifetime Career Services.
Next Start Dates
Online on your own time with 3 real-time optional sessions per week with your instructor. Real-time sessions are recorded so that you have the option to watch them at a later time.
New start dates are being released all the time. Contact us for more dates.
Topics of Study
Administrative Office Procedures - 60 Hours
Introduces students to common office procedures. Topics such as human relations; organization structure and office layout; office technology; front-line reception; aspects of business communication specific to the office professional; and record keeping are covered.
MS Office Applications - 80 Hours
Prepares students to perform functions common to all Microsoft Windows applications. Elements include the ability to create and manipulate Word, Excel, or PowerPoint applications, modify the display of toolbars and other on-screen elements, use online help, and perform file management, editing, formatting and printing functions common to most Windows applications.
Keyboarding - 20 Hours
Improves touch typing skills on a keyboard with a focus on improving speed and accuracy. This course increases job efficiency and understanding of work station ergonomics.
Business Communications - 60 Hours
Provides students with the knowledge and tools to communicate effectively and professionally in the workplace. Students are introduced to essential skills in writing, speaking, formal presentations and the use of technology to enhance workplace communication.
Customer Service - 20 Hours
Develops a foundation in customer service by focusing on building lifelong customer relationships through the development of positive customer care approaches.
Introduction to Human Resources - 20 Hours
Provides a general overview of the human resource functions that assist an organization deliver value through proper management of the employee lifecycle.
Introduction to Business - 40 Hours
Introduces students to a broad overview of the world of business. Students consider how various external factors such as government and social trends affect business and the role of economics, information technology, management, global trends, finance. human resources and production play in Canadian business.
Organizational Behavior - 80 Hours
Investigates the behavior of people within organizations for the purpose of applying such knowledge toward improving an organization’s effectiveness. Behaviours studied include individuals, individuals within a group and inter-group behavior.
Event Management - 60 Hours
Assists students in developing skills and gaining knowledge in administration, event planning and management, marketing, risk management planning, human resource management and professionalism.
Business Writing - 80 Hours
Introduces students to the fundamentals of business writing and provides students with the knowledge and techniques to hone their writing skills for the business environment. The structure and form of business documents are covered in addition to language and writing style.
Executive Management - 80 Hours
Introduces students to the knowledge, skills and tools needed to excel as an executive assistant in a professional business environment.
Employment Legislation - 20 Hours
Examines federal and provincial laws that regulate the workplace and best practices to ensure employment standards and guidelines are established.
Recruitment and Selection - 40 Hours
Explores the goals, strategies and tools for a successful recruitment and selection process.
Learning Experience
Convenient Online Learning
Instruction is delivered online via Brightspace, our online learning platform. It is where you will access your course materials, submit assignments, or attend real-time sessions in your virtual classrooms.
Learning on Your Own Time
All real-time sessions are optional. You may choose to join in or watch the recording at a later date at your own convenience.
Industry-Leading Instructors
Learn from industry professionals who bring real-life experience into the classroom. You can book office hours or get virtual support from your instructors through Brightspace, where you can schedule video appointments and use instant messenger to ask questions.
Lifelong Career Services
Connect with a career specialist in your field who will help you find a meaningful place to start your career. As a graduate, you’ll have lifelong access to student services that will help you with resume building, interview preparation and networking.
How It Works
Getting Started
Our flexible start dates give you plenty of opportunities to plan for school and live your life around it.
Taking the Course
All Robertson Online courses are hosted on Brightspace, an online platform designed to give you everything you need to succeed in remote learning.
Entering the Workforce
Our programs set you up to adapt to industry changes and thrive in our modern digital workforce.
Visit the How It Works page to learn more about our online student experience. To learn more about how Brightspace gives you everything you need to succeed in your online courses, click here.
Financial Assistance and Funding
Robertson offers a variety of financial aid opportunities to ease students’ stress and allow them to focus on their studies. If you need extra support, we have flexible funding to accommodate all our students, no matter their financial situation. Our dedicated Financial Aid Officers will help you every step of the way.
Questions about tuition and funding?
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Practicum
The practicum is an essential part of a learner’s program. It is both a graduation requirement and an extension of in-class learning. The practicum asks you to apply the skills, theories, and concepts that you learned in your classes in an entry-level work experience situation.
Practicum must begin and end within the dates outlined in your program schedule and enrolment contract. Practicum is a full-time, unpaid commitment, and is jointly-procured — where you work directly with our Practicum team to obtain a training-related placement. Your active participation with our Practicum team in the search for your practicum placement will enhance your career development skills, industry networking opportunities, and professional communication skills.
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Program Availability
This program is neither available on campus or via Robertson Online.