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specialization

Executive Assistance

This specialization, comprised of required courses and electives, sets students up for a satisfying and in-demand career as a senior-level executive assistant.

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Please note

This certificate program is no longer accepting new students. Existing students may contact our student advisor at industrysegmentprograms@uclaextension.edu for more information.

This program is perfect for...

Individuals exploring a career switch into customer and investor relations, human resources, event planning, and more
Entry-level or mid-level support staff seeking a position with more trust and responsibility
Those looking for senior-level executive assistant positions in a range of fields
Working support/secretarial professionals looking to enhance business skills

What you can learn.

Project management and salesforce CRM (customer relations management)
Interpersonal communication skills and dynamics
Effective business writing
Leadership strategies and business ethics

Courses

Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.

Required (6)

Elective (1)

Required Courses

The Dynamics of Interpersonal Communication

COMCTN X 482.7

Typically Offered: Winter, Summer

Business Communications

MGMT X 109

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring

Business Fundamentals for the Executive Assistant

MGMT X 430.811

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Organizational Management

MGMT X 430.812

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Microsoft Office Advanced

MGMT X 430.813

Typically Offered: Winter, Summer

Ethics Requirement

Business Ethics

MGMT 891.02

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Electives

Students must complete one elective course.

Leadership Communication Strategies

MGMT X 490.996

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Organizational Communication

MGMT X 482.202

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Salesforce CRM Essentials

MGMT X 430.814

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Estimated Cost Breakdown

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.

Application & Candidacy Fee

75.00

Estimated Program Tuition

4300.00

Estimated program textbook/materials

800.00

*The Application & Candidacy Fee establishes your candidacy in the program for a period of time covering normal progress toward completion and may allow you to access a variety of program benefits.

Internships
Available

Approved for
International Visa

VA Benefit
Eligible

Federal
Financial Aid

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