Introduction to Management and Organizational Structures:

• Definition and importance of management
• Key functions of management: Planning, organizing, leading, and controlling
• Types of organizational structures (hierarchical, flat, matrix)
• Roles and responsibilities in an organization
• Case Study: Analyzing the structure of a successful organization

Project Management Basics:

• Understanding Project Management Fundamentals
• Project life cycle: Initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
• Tools and Techniques for Project Management
• Introduction to project management software (e.g., Trello, Asana)
• Group Activity: Planning a mock project

Business Development Essentials:

• Definition and importance of business development
• Key roles of administrative assistants in business development
• Tools for Business Development
• Case Study: Successful business development strategies

Organization and Documentation Management:

• Importance of Documentation in Business
• Best Practices for Document Management
• Digital vs. paper documentation
• Organizing files and folders
• Tools for Document Management
• Cloud storage solutions (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox)
• Practical Exercise: Organizing a digital filing system

Data Management and Reporting:

• Introduction to Data Management
• Importance of data accuracy and integrity
• Tools for Data Entry and Management
• Excel basics for data management and reporting
• Creating Reports and Dashboards
• Basic data visualization techniques
• Group Exercise: Analyzing data and creating a report

Effective Communication Skills:

• Importance of Communication in Business
• Verbal and non-verbal communication
• Active listening skills
• Professional Writing Skills
• Business correspondence best practices
• Role-playing exercises for effective communication

Time Management and Prioritization Techniques:

• Importance of Time Management for Administrative Assistants
• Techniques for Prioritizing Tasks
• Eisenhower Matrix and ABC prioritization
• Tools for Time Management
• Calendar applications, task management software
• Practical exercises on creating a personal time management plan

Problem Solving and Adaptability Skills:

• Importance of Problem-Solving Skills.
• Techniques for Effective Problem Solving.
• Root cause analysis, brainstorming.
• Role of Adaptability in the Workplace.
• Case Study: Solving a common workplace challenge.

Leveraging Technology for Productivity:

• Overview of Productivity Tools.
• Calendar management tools, task management apps.
• Collaborative Tools for Teams.
• Introduction to Microsoft Teams and Slack.
• Practical Session: Setting up a collaborative workspace.

Integrating Skills for Career Advancement:

• Building a Professional Development Plan.
• Setting career goals and identifying growth opportunities.
• Networking and Relationship Building.
• Final Group Project: Presenting a comprehensive plan for improving administrative processes in an organization.