This programme is an initiative of the Commonwealth Institute for Advanced and Professional Studies, with input from the European Centre for Advanced and Professional Studies Cambridge, The Global PA Association London, and The Society of Senior Assistants.

It is aimed at experienced and new Senior Personal Assistants, Management Assistants, Executive Assistants, Special Assistants, and Technical Assistants who want to improve their performance and those who are new to the role but want to reach high levels.

The programme has been designed considering the needs of and with a lot of input from Heads of Government, Company Chairmen and Directors, Diplomats, Ministers and Commissioners, Legislators, Advisers, Military Officers, and top Consultants from various industries.

The primary purpose of this programme is to help create future Personal, Executive, Special, and Technical Assistants who can improve their performance in the offices and activities of executives and officers.

The Professional Assistants of the future will understand that the nature of their jobs is changing and threatened by technology. They will be able to make the most of technology and artificial intelligence in general, be versatile, and be capable of taking initiative.

A survey carried out recently amongst Heads of Government, Company Chairmen and Directors, Diplomats, Ministers and Commissioners, Legislators, Advisors and top Consultants revealed that they all want people who work closely with them to be loyal and flexible.

They also want their Assistants to have good written and verbal communication skills, be capable of managing logistical issues, effectively deal with people of different levels, follow up with associates and stakeholders, and prepare and research information for their projects and meetings.