Elite EA/PA Forum We are delighted to announce the Elite EA/PA Forum for ANZ will be on the 25th of September 2025. Our workshop aims to: Enhance your influence and impact by mastering assertive communication, negotiation, and self-advocacy skills. Stay composed and solution-focused in high-pressure situations with practical tools for crisis management and clear decision-making. Embrace evolving technology by understanding how AI and automation can streamline your role and boost efficiency. Future-proof your career by building strategic value, resilience, and adaptability in an ever-changing professional landscape. Keynote Address with Q&A from the audience: What to expect from Sam's Keynote: With over 30 years supporting leaders at the highest levels, Sam Cohen brings a wealth of insight, experience, and stories (the kind she can share) to the stage. From 18 years serving within The Royal Household - including as Deputy Private Secretary and Press Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - to working with The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, running the Prime Ministerâs Office at Downing Street, and serving as Chief of Staff to the global CEO of Rio Tinto, Samâs career is a masterclass in discretion, diplomacy, and delivering at the top. In this exclusive keynote, Beyond the Role, Sam will explore how Executive Assistants donât just support leaders - they shape leadership, drive strategy, and build legacy from behind the scenes. Join us for this rare opportunity to hear from someone whoâs been at the epicentre of power - and bring your questions! The keynote will include a live Q&A, where you can ask Sam about her remarkable career, leadership insights, and how to truly excel in high-performance environments. (Donât ask her what the Queen kept in her handbag - sheâs not telling.) Sam Cohen Career Bio: Sam Cohen has spent the last 30 years working to support leaders in the public and private sectors. Sam spent 18 years serving The Royal Household, as Deputy Private Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Press Secretary to The Queen. Sam also served as Private Secretary to The Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Following this time, Sam worked as Director of the Prime Ministerâs Office at Downing Street under Boris Johnson and, most recently, was Chief of Staff to the global CEO at Rio Tinto. Source: ABC News - YouTube Channel. Facilitator - AM: The Future-Proofed Assistant: Speak Up, Stand Out & Shape Your Career Path How to reimagine your Assistant role in 2025 and beyond - How the EA role is evolving (and what Executives now expect) & why Assistants who think like strategists will be indispensable Assertiveness as an Assistant â The key to retaining your role & the difference between being âhelpfulâ and being âheardâ Self-Advocacy as a Career Growth Strategy â The importance of advocating for your career development, workload boundaries and recognition Own Your Professional Future - Map your career development. Whether you're an EA for life or looking to a role beyond in the future, this is for you. Ruth Kilah Career Bio: Ruth is an international executive career coach and founder of Hoxton Hyde â Executive Career Coaching & Mentoring, delivering 1:1 and group programs for experienced Executive Assistants. She specialises in helping EAs step into higher-level roles, increase their income, and expand their professional impact. With 14 yearsâ experience supporting C-suite executives in Australia and the UK, Ruth brings deep industry insight and a strategic approach to career development. She empowers Assistants to gain clarity on their next move, adopt a strategic mindset, communicate their value effectively, and lead their own growth conversations with confidence. A former EA turned Stakeholder Relations and Project Manager, Ruth launched Hoxton Hyde in 2018 after spotting a clear gap in the market for tailored coaching for career-driven EAs. She is a respected thought leader in the EA space, regularly sharing insights via LinkedIn and Instagram. Panel: Crisis Mode: What to do when everything goes wrong Master a step-by-step approach to prioritising and problem-solving under pressure. Strengthen emotional resilience and calm decision-making during unexpected disruptions. Learn how to communicate clearly and lead from behind in high-stress situations. Emma-Kate Bos Bio Emma-Kate works alongside the CEO at Squadron Energy, one of Australiaâs leading renewable energy companies. With over 28 years of experience in Executive Assistant and Operational roles supporting business leaders in professional services, politics, membership industries, sporting and not-for-profit organisations, Emma-Kate has a deep understanding of business support roles and has managed large teams of assistants and receptionists. She is passionate about developing and mentoring team members Emma-Kate holds an Associate Degree in Law, Mini MBA and Certificate in Public Relations. Sepi Nowlands Sepi has also worked as an EO for Deloitte and spent 18 years previously as an Executive Assistant at the ATO, Law Council of Australia, Grains Research and Development Corporation and Air Services Australia. She is now EA and EO to the CPO. Holly Clareburt Hollie Clareburt is an experienced Executive Assistant, currently supporting the Managing Director of Microsoft New Zealand and the Chief Partner Officer. Known for her professionalism and discretion, she excels in providing high-level support in fast-paced, executive environments. Prior to Microsoft, Hollie was Executive Assistant to the Chief of Corporate & Enterprise Systems at BECA, and previously supported the CEO at SKY News New Zealand. Her career reflects a strong track record of reliability, organisation, and executive partnership. Liv Wilson With over 20 years of experience across banking, government, creative industries, and global tech, Liv has supported senior leaders at companies including LinkedIn and Slack. She brings a strategic lens to the business support function, with deep expertise in operations, leadership enablement, and organisational effectiveness. As a passionate advocate for elevating the role of Executive Assistants, Liv has led womenâs networks, championed DEI and social impact initiatives, and continues to push for recognition of business support as a critical driver of business success. She is currently working on her side hustle business - collaborating with executives, entrepreneurs, and small business owners to amplify their impact by removing operational barriers, optimising systems, and unlocking their capacity to lead and grow. Facilitator - PM: Justin Kabbani AI Is Not Here to Replace You. It's Here to Upgrade You. We'll explore Justin's proven 3P framework: Priming â How to set up AI like a strategic advisor by feeding it context, tone and mindset Prompting â How to craft clear, structured instructions to get consistently great results Producing â How to turn AI outputs into high-leverage work that makes you stand out Your session outcomes: Real examples from admin professionals already using AI to elevate their work Prompts you can copy, adapt, and test live Interactive exercises to build confidence fast A practical challenge to implement right after the session If youâve been overwhelmed by AI, or underwhelmed by its impact, this session will change that. You'll leave with tools you can use today, and a mindset youâll carry forward for the rest of your career. Justin Kabbani Career Bio: Justin Kabbani is one of Australiaâs most in-demand AI trainers and keynote speakers, known for making AI feel simple, powerful, and immediately useful. Heâs worked with brands like Uber, Treasury Wine Estates, and Udemy, helping their teams embed AI into daily workflows, strategic planning, and executive communication. Over the past two years, Justin has trained more than 2,000 professionals across Australia and beyond, consistently earning feedback like âmind-blowing,â and âgame-changingâ. His signature Prime, Prompt, Produce framework has transformed how business leaders, executive assistants, marketers, and teams think, work, and communicate with AI, without needing to be âtech people.â Justin believes AI isnât here to replace people. Itâs here to take the robotic work off our plate, so we can focus on what humans do best. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinkabbani/ Website: https://justinkabbani.com/ Speed Connections Networking Session Join us for Speed Connections, a lively 30-minute networking session designed to foster meaningful connections in a fun, fast-paced environment. Every 10 minutes, attendees will be placed into new breakout rooms with small groups, giving everyone the chance to meet a diverse range of peers. Each breakout session will feature engaging prompts to spark conversations and make networking enjoyable and memorable! Who will attend this event? Executive Assistant (EA) Personal Assistant (PA) Virtual Assistant (VA) Legal Secretary Legal Executive Assistant Administrative Assistant Office Manager Health Care Office Manager Chief of Staff Additional roles may be relevant depending on role responsibilities along with development opportunities. We understand the challenge. Professional development for assistants is often undervalued, and securing budget or approval for external training can be difficult. Thatâs why weâve created a ready-to-use business case template to help you justify attendance at this event and highlight the value it brings to both you and your organisation. If you need support or costings confirmed for single or group attendance, please reach out to our support team at: support@elite-forums.com You can download and edit the template below: This workshop is open to females, male including trans women/males and non-binary professionals. Group Rate Discounts: To discuss our group rates in more detail, please email support@elite-forums.com and provide the following: Group Number (How many would like to attend) Event Date (If numerous dates, please advise if we are splitting attendees across multiple dates) Attendee Contact details (Or request our Group Rate Document. Complete and return - we'll sort the rest.) Group discounts are on request - see below group rate discount brackets: đ§© You just need one piece to come together - to unlock your Elite Potential. đ Please note: All facilatators, panelists, and speakers are all PAID with applicable contracts in place. We value our speakers and want the best to ensure our attendees get the best development. Media outlets/organisations will not be permitted to attend this event.
Advanced Professional Certificate Courses These are short online certificate courses of a more advanced nature designed to help you develop professionally and achieve your career goals, while you earn a professional certificate which qualifies you for the appropriate continuous professional development (CPD). Advanced Professional Certificate in Commercial Trust Law The course explores the principles and nature of Equity as a separate and fundamental source of common law. The course introduces critical historical events that contributed to the birth of this legal system. The course presents an in-depth analysis of Trust and Trust mechanisms, elaborates on different types of Trusts, and presents the nature of respective rights and obligations of the parties in a trust. In addition, the course explores the rationale behind the commercialisation of Trust and explains the impact of using Trusts as commercial vehicles. The course introduces some practical examples of the relationship between Trust and contract and explains the difference between Trust and other contracts. The course also elaborates on different types of commercial Trusts and presents the rules framing Trusts under different jurisdictions. Course Details After the successful completion of this lecture, you will be able to learn about the following; Understand the Principles and nature of Equity. Understand the history, concept, and rationale of a Trust. Determine different types of Trusts. Analyse the nature of respective rights and obligations of the parties in a trust. Analyse the rationale behind the commercialisation of Trust. Determine the impact of the commercialisation of Trust. Understand the relation between Trust and contract. Understand the difference between Trust and other contracts. Elaborate on different types of commercial Trusts. Understand rules framing Trust under different jurisdictions. Accreditation All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details. Entry Requirements There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course. The certificate is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and gets updated on current ideas in their respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience. Legal advisors. Law practitioners. Contract specialists. Legal officers. Contract managers. Business developers. Trade advisors. Trade compliance officers. Law lecturers. Business lecturers. Legal and business researchers.
Advanced Professional Certificate Courses These are short online certificate courses of a more advanced nature designed to help you develop professionally and achieve your career goals, while you earn a professional certificate which qualifies you for the appropriate continuous professional development (CPD). Advanced Professional Certificate in Customer Service This course provides the learner with essential skill-building to better serve customers and enhance the organization service delivery.The learner will be able to develop key behaviours and master responses to produce customer happiness and loyalty while achieving a better brand image.After the successful completion of the course, you will be able to learn about the following; Understand the importance of having a customer service policy in a hospitality setting Understand how to promote a customer-focused culture with a high level of service delivery Understand how to identify customer needs and evaluate their level of satisfaction Accreditation All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details. Entry Requirements There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course. The certificate is designed to enhance the knowledge of the learner in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and gets updated on current ideas in the respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience. CEO, Director, Manager, Supervisor Customer Service Representative Customer Service Manager Marketing Manager Marketing and Sales Team Public Relations Manager Company Secretary Corporate Leader Team leader
ICA Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Governance, Risk & Compliance This leadership programme has been designed to sharpen the strategic skills of senior managers and those aspiring to hold the highest compliance positions within an organisation. This expert qualification offers: Specialist knowledge - the highest level in the field Strategic thinking - helps your leadership ambitions Innovation - explores new ideas, best practice, and future developments from a global perspective Fellowship of ICA - become automatically eligible for the highest grade of membership Networking - grow with other like-minded, senior professionals. Join hundreds of senior compliance professionals from over 50 countries who unlocked their leadership potential and improved their career growth opportunities with this qualification. This course is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester. How and where can you study The course takes 9-12 months to complete. It is a blend of online self-study, research, attendance at masterclasses and interaction with other like-minded, senior practitioners. Attendance at eight virtual masterclasses Seven virtual classrooms Oral assessment. Delivered online This course is delivered online with materials delivered for you to study in your own time and at your own pace. There will be eight 3-hour virtual masterclasses over four weekends and seven live virtual classrooms spread over the duration of the course. Certification Practitioners who successfully complete the programme will be certificated as follows: ICA Certified Professional designation awarded by the ICA Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance awarded by ICA in association with University of Manchester Business School Fellowship of the ICA (upon application) Designation, ICA Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance: PG Dip (G.R.C.) Fellowship of ICA:FICA [E.g. Angela Watts PG Dip (G.R.C.), Certified Professional; FICA] National Occupational Standards of Competence Your performance on the programme will be measured, against the National Occupational Standards of Competence (2011 version) produced originally by the Financial Services Skills Council (FSSC) and the ICA and revised recently by the Financial Skills Partnership. The Standards are statements of competence which articulate the requirements for effective performance in the workplace. Competence is defined as a combination of skills as well as knowledge and understanding. The syllabus covers a variety of key issues relevant at a senior level and is designed to provide an insight into risks and potential hurdles faced by your organisation. The syllabus is delivered by an exclusive series of high profile masterclasses covering relevant topics. Building and leading a world class compliance team Strategic risk management for leaders Behavioural compliance: the role of psychology in culture and ethical behaviour Keeping up with emerging regulatory developments Governance, risk and compliance in the digital world Applying governance, conduct and outcomes for the benefit of the organisation Leading change in governance, risk and compliance Financial crime risk in the digital age.
Enhance your supervisory skills with our Professional Supervisor Training course. Learn essential techniques for setting expectations, assigning work, providing feedback, managing time, and resolving conflict. Ideal for new supervisors or those seeking to improve their leadership abilities.
The CILT(UK) Level 5 Professional Diploma in Logistics and Transport (QCF) is designed to enhance new and existing expertise in the supply chain, passenger transport, road freight or transport planning environments as well as developing core management skills.
Advanced Professional Certificate Courses These are short online certificate courses of a more advanced nature designed to help you develop professionally and achieve your career goals, while you earn a professional certificate which qualifies you for the appropriate continuous professional development (CPD). Advanced Professional Certificate in Global Finance and Strategy This course aims to develop learnersâ understanding of the decisions that must be taken when entering global markets. Learners will understand why independence in solving financial issues within a specific period is vital for business success. After the successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to; Understand the concept of globalisation. Understand the impact of the global business environment on national and multinational business organisations. Be able to construct strategies that will result in the enhancement of organisational value. Be able to evaluate the financial consequences of strategic decisions. Understand appropriate sources of finance. Be able to assess techniques to manage global risk. Be able to assess potential investment decisions and global strategies. Accreditation All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details. Entry Requirements There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course. The certificate is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and gets updated on current ideas in their respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience. CEO, Director, Manager, Supervisor Chief Financial Officer Financial Strategy Officer Investment specialist Entrepreneur Business Owner Strategy Manager Strategy Planner Strategic Manger Management Roles
Advanced Professional Certificate Courses These are short online certificate courses of a more advanced nature designed to help you develop professionally and achieve your career goals, while you earn a professional certificate which qualifies you for the appropriate continuous professional development (CPD). Advanced Professional Certificate in Anti Money Laundering This course offers a comprehensive understanding of the Concepts, Tools, Strategies and Procedures under relevant Laws and Regulations of an effective Anti Money Laundering programme. The course introduces the concept of money laundering and differentiates it from other forms of financial crimes so that the learner can effectively manage the financial transactions and be alerted of any suspicious activity. The course also equips the learner to understand different ways people launder money, strategies that the regulators use to counter the same, and a detailed compliance regime. Course Details After the successful completion of this lecture, you will be able to learn about the following;01. Money Laundering Concepts, Methods and Impact; Understand the concept and evolution of money laundering. Identify the three stages of money laundering. Understand different methods used in money laundering. Measure the impact of money laundering on economic growth. 02. National and International Regulatory Landscape of AML; Understand the structure of the UK anti-money laundering system. Identify the main rules and regulations governing the UK anti-money laundering system. Understand the role of the financial conduct authority and other UK regulatory bodies. Understand the structure of the US anti-money laundering system. Identify the main rules and regulations governing the US anti-money laundering system. Understand the role of the FinCEN and other US regulatory bodies. Define the global framework of anti-money laundering. Reflect on the European Union and the United Nations anti-money laundering efforts. Understand the role of the Financial Action Task Force. 03. Anti-money Laundering Strategies And Tools; Understand the role of anti-money laundering strategies. Determine the most influential entities in shaping anti-money laundering strategies. Understand the principle of a risk-based approach. Identify common anti-money laundering program deficiencies. Identify the foundational elements of anti-money laundering programs. Determine various tools used to reduce money laundering risks. 04. Anti-money Laundering Cases; Understand landmark anti-money laundering cases. Reflect on the consequences of a failed anti-money laundering strategy. Reflect on the consequences of a successful anti-money laundering strategy. Identify major money laundering red flags. Accreditation All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details. Entry Requirements There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course. The certificate is designed to enhance the knowledge of the learner in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and gets updated on current ideas in the respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience. CEO, Director, Manager, Supervisor AML Compliant Manager/Executive/Officer Head of Compliance Head of Audit Corporate Risk Manager AML Policy Advisory Analyst
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for experienced IT security-related practitioners, auditors, consultants, investigators, or instructors, including network or security analysts and engineers, network administrators, information security specialists, and risk management professionals, who are pursuing CISSP training and certification to acquire the credibility and mobility to advance within their current computer security careers or to migrate to a related career. Through the study of all eight CISSP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) domains, students will validate their knowledge by meeting the necessary preparation requirements to qualify to sit for the CISSP certification exam. Additional CISSP certification requirements include a minimum of five years of direct professional work experience in two or more fields related to the eight CBK security domains, or a college degree and four years of experience. Overview #NAME? In this course, students will expand upon their knowledge by addressing the essential elements of the 8 domains that comprise a Common Body of Knowledge (CBK)Ă© for information systems security professionals. Prerequisites CompTIA Network+ Certification 1 - Security and Risk Management Security Governance Principles Compliance Professional Ethics Security Documentation Risk Management Threat Modeling Business Continuity Plan Fundamentals Acquisition Strategy and Practice Personnel Security Policies Security Awareness and Training 2 - Asset Security Asset Classification Privacy Protection Asset Retention Data Security Controls Secure Data Handling 3 - Security Engineering Security in the Engineering Lifecycle System Component Security Security Models Controls and Countermeasures in Enterprise Security Information System Security Capabilities Design and Architecture Vulnerability Mitigation Vulnerability Mitigation in Embedded, Mobile, and Web-Based Systems Cryptography Concepts Cryptography Techniques Site and Facility Design for Physical Security Physical Security Implementation in Sites and Facilities 4 - Information Security Management Goals Organizational Security The Application of Security Concepts 5 - Information Security Classification and Program Development Information Classification Security Program Development 6 - Risk Management and Ethics Risk Management Ethics 7 - Software Development Security Software Configuration Management Software Controls Database System Security 8 - Cryptography Ciphers and Cryptography Symmetric-Key Cryptography Asymmetric-Key Cryptography Hashing and Message Digests Email, Internet, and Wireless Security Cryptographic Weaknesses 9 - Physical Security Physical Access Control Physical Access Monitoring Physical Security Methods Facilities Security
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