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Certified Executive Assistant Professional

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CEXAP)

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Executive Summary

Certified Executive Assistant Professional

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Executive Assistant Professional (CEXAP) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CEXAP holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Executive Assistant Professional
Acronym
CEXAP
Category
Leadership & Management
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 449
Live Virtual
USD 649
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Managers and Team Leaders
  • Heads of Department and Directors
  • Senior Executives and Aspiring Leaders
  • Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex strategic leadership functions
Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards executive, director and C-suite leadership roles
Strategic Thinking
Build the strategic thinking, analysis and execution skills of world-class leaders
Organisational Impact
Design and implement strategic leadership systems that drive performance and measurable results
Personal Excellence
Develop emotional intelligence, resilience and authentic executive presence
Global Employability
Qualify for strategic leadership roles across corporates, public institutions, NGOs and enterprises worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Strategic Thinking, Vision and Direction Setting
✦Leading Teams, People and High Performance
✦Decision-Making, Problem-Solving and Execution
✦Emotional Intelligence and Authentic Leadership
✦Organisational Strategy, Transformation and Growth
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Executive Assistant Professional
Certified Executive Assistant Professional: industry context, trends and professional standards · Theories and models of leadership and management · The manager's roles, responsibilities and mindset · Leadership versus management and when each is needed
2
Transformational, transactional and servant approaches
Transformational, transactional and servant approaches · Blind spots, feedback and the leader’s self-knowledge · Emotional intelligence and the emotional climate of a team · Organisational culture and behaviour change
3
Emotional intelligence and the emotional climate of
Emotional intelligence and the emotional climate of a team · Delegation levels and the authority-accountability match · What actually motivates people at work · Analytical techniques and bias
4
What actually motivates people at work
What actually motivates people at work · Psychological safety and employee engagement · Team development stages and team roles · Data literacy and analytics for leaders
5
Team development stages and team roles
Team development stages and team roles · Conflict types, styles and workplace mediation · Managerial decision-making, bias and decision rights · Project and programme oversight
6
Managerial decision-making, bias and decision rights
Managerial decision-making, bias and decision rights · Performance expectations, feedback and underperformance · Organisational culture: how it forms and how it changes · Integrated and sustainability reporting
7
Organisational culture
Organisational culture: how it forms and how it changes · Talent, succession and the leadership pipeline · Board, governance and C-suite dynamics · Accountability systems and consequence management
8
Digital and Technology
Digital leadership and business transformation · Talent and capability ecosystems · Virtual and hybrid facilitation · Blended and hybrid learning design
9
Ethics and Integrity
Ethical leadership and integrity · Values-based decision-making · Conflicts of interest and fairness · Executive ethics and the leader’s shadow
10
Self-Leadership
Reputation and personal brand · Time management and personal productivity · Reflective practice and self-leadership · Organisational resilience and adaptive strategy
11
People Administration
Operational planning and execution discipline · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline
12
Customers and Markets
Email and marketing automation · Influencer and affiliate marketing · Marketing technology stack · Marketing analytics and attribution
13
Projects and Delivery
Project management software and tools · Automation in project delivery · Programme management principles · Programme governance and assurance
14
Inclusion and Culture
Diversity, inclusion and inclusive leadership · Culture as a strategic asset · Leading across cultures and geographies · Team diversity and inclusion
15
Legal and Policy
Regulatory duty and accountability · Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules · Regulatory reporting and audits · Regulatory liquidity ratios (LCR, NSFR)
16
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Cross-cultural and global leadership · Global and comparative HR contexts · Cross-cultural communication · International and cross-border tax
17
Suppliers and Partners
Payables, procurement controls and supplier fraud · Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning · Contractor and visitor safety · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value
18
Sustainability
Corporate social responsibility and sustainability · Stakeholder capitalism and ESG · Measurement and analytics for media and social campaigns · Mine water, tailings and environmental management
19
Public and Community Context
Public speaking and thought leadership · Customer and community engagement · Community and lifelong learning · Contract oversight in the public sector
20
Knowledge and Learning
Growth mindset and continuous learning · Embedding learning in performance · Sustaining a learning organisation · E-learning authoring and development
21
Leadership and Management
Negotiation for managers · Developing your own management practice · Building and running a top team · Executive time, attention and decision cadence
22
People and Capability
Managing performance through coaching · Coaching challenging situations · Measuring coaching impact · Board and investor engagement
23
Strategy and Direction
Corporate strategy and portfolio choices · Growth strategy: organic, M&A and partnerships · Building strategic relationships and coalitions · Negotiation strategy and tactics
24
Operations and Delivery
Managing budgets and resources · Organisational design and operating models · Integrated risk and quality control · Communication planning and management
25
Communication and Influence
Influencing without authority · Professional presentation and pitching · Negotiation with clients and partners · Negotiation with buyers, suppliers and financiers
26
Change and Innovation
Foreign exchange and hedging · Change management and adoption · Continuous improvement of finance processes · Regulatory change management and horizon scanning
27
Data and Measurement
Data visualisation for finance · Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches · Peer support and consultation · Evidence-based improvement
28
Financial Acumen
Long-term value creation · Costing methods and relevant cost for decisions · Digital finance, mobile money and payment operations · The finance function, month-end close and reporting cycle
29
Risk and Governance
Sustaining ethical, effective practice · Corporate governance and accountability · Risk assessment and judgement · Working with a board and governance
30
Stakeholders and Partners
Stakeholder mapping and analysis · Dashboards, reporting and the metric that misleads · NGO governance, boards and registration · Managing boundaries and dual relationships

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Transformational, transactional and servant approaches — applied to your own work
  • Emotional intelligence and the emotional climate of — applied to your own work
  • What actually motivates people at work — applied to your own work
  • Team development stages and team roles — applied to your own work
  • Managerial decision-making, bias and decision rights — applied to your own work
  • Organisational culture — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CEXAP certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CEXAP?

This certification is ideal for Managers and Team Leaders, Heads of Department and Directors, Senior Executives and Aspiring Leaders and Business Owners and Entrepreneurs, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CEXAP certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CEXAP internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CEXAP certification?

The Certified Executive Assistant Professional is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 449 and Live Virtual at USD 649. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CEXAP certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CEXAP?

The Certified Executive Assistant Professional is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CEXAP?

The Certified Executive Assistant Professional carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CEXAP while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CEXAP?

Graduates progress towards executive, director and C-suite leadership roles. The CEXAP strengthens your expertise in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation and positions you for advancement across corporates, public institutions, NGOs and enterprises.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Managing Director
Private Sector
“

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Operations Manager
NGO Sector
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I earned my CEXAP while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Head of Strategy
Government
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