Office Management (Cert.)  (Region Aargau):
1 Provider

The following requirements are necessary for office management:

• Very structured way of working
• Organizational talent
• Load capacity
• Enjoy dealing with people
• Interest in commercial contexts
• Multilingualism (German and English confident)
• Experience in project management, finance and secretarial services
• Industry experience
• Commercial training, e.g. through an office management course

You can also find out about the current requirements in the current job advertisements.

The target group for office management training are:

• Assistants and assistants
• Secretaries and secretaries
• Office managers and office managers
• Clerks and clerks
• People who would like to develop further in this function

For more information, please contact the schools. Contact us now quickly, easily and without obligation using our contact form or use the "Ask a question" button to get in touch with the right contact person directly.

The Office Management course offers various entry and further training options.
Office management training can be completed as a course, certificate course or in-service continuing education, further training. Depending on the course, the focus is on practical or theoretical content. Typical forms of training are

• Basic courses for beginners
• Advanced courses with a focus on organization or management
• Continuing education, further training with a federal qualification

The Office Management course is suitable for both career changers and experienced professionals. Content usually includes administration, communication, project work and digital tools. The duration and requirements vary depending on the provider. Find out about suitable training courses and request further information without obligation.

Depending on the content and degree, continuing education, further training in office management takes between one and three semesters. Individual office manager skills can also be acquired in seminars, such as time management, assistance 4.0, leadership without a management function, personnel law, IT skills, presentation skills, digitalization, data protection, data analysis, correspondence, conducting conversations, conflict management, project management, taking minutes, self-management, work psychology for everyday working life. Ask the school of your choice about the possible duration.

As an Office Management Assistant, strong soft skills are crucial for everyday working life.
Above all, an Office Management Assistant needs:

• organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• A high degree of personal responsibility
• Reliability and discretion
• Resilience and flexibility
• Ability to work in a team and service orientation
• Independent way of working
• Assertiveness

In addition, problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize help to manage complex tasks efficiently. As Office Management Assistants often act as a point of contact, a professional demeanor is key. Good soft skills also help you to deal with stressful situations. If you want to develop these skills in a targeted manner, continuing education, further training in office management is worthwhile. Find out more now.

Typical office manager tasks include the organization, coordination and administrative management of an office.

The central Office Manager tasks include, among others:

• the office organization
• Scheduling and meeting coordination
• Support for the management
• the management of internal processes

The Office Manager function is often an interface between employees, managers and external partners. Other tasks include document management, budget controls, personnel administration and ordering. Depending on the company, project support or controlling tasks may also be added. The role of office manager requires a good overview and efficient time management. Office manager tasks vary greatly depending on the industry and size of the company. Find out about specific job profiles or compare suitable continuing education, further training courses using the contact form.

Continuing education, further training in office management provides practical knowledge that is specifically tailored to the requirements of modern office work and assistance functions. It combines skills from different areas:

• Specialist knowledge and basics
  
  • Business administration: Understanding entrepreneurial contexts and economic activity
  • Management and leadership: introduction to leadership principles, understanding of roles and responsibility
  • Project management: planning, controlling and successfully implementing projects in everyday office life
• Central tasks in office management
  
  • Organization: Efficient planning of workflows, deadline management and office structures
  • Correspondence: Professional communication by e-mail, letter or minutes
  • Leadership and conflict resolution: the basics of employee motivation, conflict resolution and team leadership
  • Personnel management: support with recruitment, employee interviews and personnel development
  • Financial management: overview of budget planning, cost control and accounting
  • Teamwork and motivation: promoting collaboration and a positive work culture
• Personal development and appearance
  
  • Self-management: time management, prioritization and resilience in everyday office life
  • Self-motivation: developing and maintaining personal drive
  • Strengthening your personality: appearance, presence and self-confidence at work
  • Understanding leadership styles: Reflective handling of different leadership approaches

This continuing education, further training combines business management know-how with organizational skills and personal development. It is aimed at anyone who wants to take on responsible tasks in the office or as an assistant - regardless of industry or company size.

Important: The specific content and focus may vary depending on the school. It is therefore advisable to request detailed information directly from the respective educational institution. Use our contact form - the request will be automatically forwarded to the desired school.