New mini MBA exclusively for PAs

Do you want to develop your skills in the face of an ever-growing list of responsibilities, but are exhausted at the thought of endless evening courses and days out of the office? Then a new style of vocational training providing everything PAs need in one place, taught by former PAs, could be what you’re after.

The Five-Day ‘Mini MBA’ for Personal Assistants and executive secretaries is a residential course that covers everything from improving time management to demystifying finance and budgeting and learning state-of-the-art project management. The course is structured in an MBA-style format, focusing on the core skills and tools needed for success.

Over the course of one working week, delegates will be taught to understand the role and challenges associated with it by Heather Dallas and Jacqui Dove. Both worked as PAs before moving into corporate training full time and will act as friendly and approachable mentors.

The specialist course from IIR Management Development takes place from 4-8 November at Wotton Hall and costs £2,999; group discounts are available. Between sessions delegates can also unwind at the in-house spa.

For more details visit iirmd.com/PAMBA or contact Marie Caranay by calling 020 7017 7195 or emailing Marie.Caranay@informa.com.