Here at Adam Fidler Academy, we firmly believe that no Executive Assistant can operate as a true EA, and Business Manager, without a strong knowledge of business, commerce and the managerial function. In fact, way back in 2001, when Adam Fidler was a Secretary for a major PLC, he identified then, that the biggest ‘gap’ and barrier to PAs working at a more strategic level, was their lack of knowledge and understanding of business. “By business, I mean having a formal understanding of business studies,” says Adam, “which includes management, strategic analysis, motivation theory, culture and values, as well as a grasp of how a business operates from a management perspective.” Unfortunately, many PAs and EAs have never had the opportunity to do a business studies degree, or can’t find the time to study for a degree now they’re in full-time employment. That’s why we push, time and time again, our Level 4 qualification - because that is the programme that we can guarantee will turn any PA into Business Manager, and allow them, and their bosses, to work more effectively. “I can’t stress it enough,” continues Adam, “that if EAs want to work more strategically and in partnership - and take on a more fulfilling role, then they must be qualified in the aspects of business.” Pictured above are some of our current students who understand this - and by undertaking their Level 4 qualification, we know they will move on to bigger and better things. And, their bosses get this too - who allow them to take out just 6-8 days over a year, for their training, to get qualified! If you’d like to graduate at Level 4, and become more of a Business Manager, then see our course outlines here.
