Accelerate your career:
Nova’s 3-Day Virtual Cohorts
In just three days, develop the practical training to influence decisions, align priorities, and operate confidently with leadership.
Calling all leadership support professionals and strategic operators
In any industry, experience is the key to advancement and experiential learning is how you build it. With Nova’s 3-Day Chief of Staff Certification, you’ll go beyond foundational knowledge to gain real-world experience through practical assignments, proven tools, and ready-to-use templates, in under one week.
What students are saying:
“This was hands down the best training I’ve ever done.
The hands-on work was invaluable, and the take-home templates gave me both the tools and the confidence to pull together a proposal for my executive—by Monday.
I didn’t just walk away with ideas; I was able to clearly communicate how I plan to apply what I’ve learned and show exactly what it will look like using several of the templates. The immediate impact was real.”
Julie Myles, July 2025 Virtual Cohort Graduate
Senior Executive Assistant to C-suite Leaders at Beam Therapeutics
Virtual 3-Day Nova Chief of Staff Certification Course Cohorts
Led by Team Nova, including Founder Maggie Olson, this accelerated format mirrors the in-person experience and includes a mix of lectures, group discussions, solo work, and real-time collaboration with peers.
You’ll walk away with ready-to-use templates, tools, and systems… and the confidence to apply them immediately. Students consistently report adding value right away. From improving processes to strengthening communication and visibility with their leaders, Nova graduates leave equipped, energized, and ready to take on greater strategic responsibility from day one.
Price: $3,147
Register by September 15th for $400 off your enrollment!
The Cohort Includes:
Live virtual 3-day training cohort
20+ real-world, hands-on assignments
30+ templates to use right away at work
Solo work, group work, lecture, Q&A, and brainstorm sessions
Lifetime access to Nova’s Chief of Staff course
Dozens of AI-focused work and guest-authored optional assignments
Graduates receive certification, digital badge, and access to a private LinkedIn group for course graduates.
Join the cohort
The Next Virtual Cohort
October 1-3, 2025
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:
Use Code OCTOBER400 by September 15th to get $400 your enrollment.
Space is limited to 20 spots per cohort.
Register for Nova’s October Virtual Cohort now to secure your seat!
Questions? Check out our syllabus here and reach us at hello@novachiefofstaff.com.
Featuring live training with Nova founder Maggie Olson
As a 3-Day Virtual Cohort student, you’ll learn directly from Maggie Olson, credentialed Chief of Staff and Founder of Nova. In this rapid-paced certification, Maggie brings you into the (virtual) room to share her expertise as an operator who has built and led high-performing teams across retail, food & beverage, and tech.
With years of experience at the intersection of strategy and execution, Maggie has partnered with executives to scale teams, streamline operations, and unlock growth. She knows firsthand what it takes to thrive in a strategic operator role and she’s passionate about equipping the next generation of leaders with the same confidence, frameworks, and practical tools to make an immediate impact.
The Nova Promise
Nova is committed to leveling the playing field and proudly partners with the following groups to ensure accessible pricing to our world-class Chief of Staff Certification course:
Recently laid off
Financial hardship
Current students
Emerging market countries
Veterans
Learners who’ve tried & paid for other CoS resources but see Nova as the missing link
To confirm your eligibility, please contact our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
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You can complete the Certification through:
Online Self-Paced Course (start anytime).
Virtual 3-Day Cohort (accelerated, live training with Team Nova).
In-Person Course (multi-day, onsite or conference).
Corporate Team Training (custom programs for companies).
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Our programs are designed for Executive Assistants, aspiring Chiefs of Staff, current Chiefs of Staff, and other strategic operators who want to build the skills, tools, and confidence to step into higher-impact roles.
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Both paths include the full Certification curriculum and lifetime course access. The difference is in format: the Virtual 3-Day Cohort is a live, fast-paced experience that mirrors the in-person course, with real-time interaction, group discussions, and collaborative problem solving. The self-paced course is flexible and can be completed on your own schedule.
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Graduates receive:
Nova Chief of Staff Certification and a digital badge.
Lifetime access to all course materials, templates, and assignments.
Entry into Nova’s private LinkedIn graduate community.
Dozens of optional AI-focused and guest-authored assignments.
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Each cohort includes:
Three full days of live training with Team Nova.
20+ hands-on assignments and 30+ ready-to-use templates.
Solo work, group discussions, lectures, and Q&A sessions.
Practical exercises you can apply directly at work the next day.
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The Virtual 3-Day Nova Certification Cohort is $3,147. Space is limited to 20 students per cohort.
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Plan to reserve 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM CT for all three days. Detailed agenda and preparation materials are provided after enrollment.
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Yes. Many students are sponsored by their employers. We can provide invoices, syllabus, and supporting documents to help with reimbursement or approval. Visit our Free Resource Library (LINK IT) to find a template.
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Nova is the global leader in Chief of Staff education. With 1,500 students across 40 countries and partnerships with top organizations, our curriculum is practical, proven, and immediately applicable. Students consistently report impact from day one—whether it’s aligning their executive’s priorities, improving team communication, or leading initiatives with confidence.
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You can still complete the Certification through our Online Self-Paced Course, join us at an In-Person Course, or explore Corporate Team Training if you’re part of a company group. Email us at hello@novachiefofstaff.com to inquire about upcoming cohort dates.