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“This course has significantly deepened my understanding of the Chief of Staff role and their critical support for senior executives and leadership teams. I've come to appreciate how the Chief of Staff serves as a strategic partner, acting as a bridge between the executive and the rest of the organization.

The course shed light on the role's multifaceted nature, ranging from operational efficiency and stakeholder management to enhancing communication and driving organizational alignment. This holistic view has illuminated the Chief of Staff's pivotal role in executing the executive's vision, and fostering a cohesive leadership team.”

— Haley, Aug. 2023, Senior Managing Director

“All the core competencies that we learned through the course would be valuable in any CoS role. One of the reasons that I got very excited about the CoS certification was that I wanted something different from the cohort sessions that are mostly offered for this role. This certification not only gives us hands-on practice for all situations you can encounter in a CoS role, but also fully prepares you for the role. Contrary to the CoS cohort sessions, the CoS certification is accredited, and I am confident this certification on my resume will help me stand out from other candidates when looking for a CoS role.

I certainly feel better prepared to interview and succeed in a Chief of Staff role. The breadth of information received from this course about the role is invaluable.”

— Annette, Oct. 2023, Sr. Executive Assistant

“My biggest challenge prior to enrolling in the Chief of Staff Certification course was getting a handle on what to call my set of skills. I’ve been a relied-upon colleague for years to handle sticky situations, provide leadership through change, rally colleagues, reinforce culture, and serve as a right-hand to leadership. This made me feel a bit rudderless in terms of thinking about career paths.

The Chief of Staff Certification course gave me an invaluable perspective on how to take my skills and experience to the next level professionally. There is absolutely no better test of fitness or aptitude than trying something out, and the Chief of Staff Certification course allows you to do just that. The readings and assignments are grounded in real-world, day-to-day experiences that someone may have as a Chief of Staff, no matter which industry they are in. I feel a great sense of confidence heading into my next role!”

— Beth, Sep. 2023, Chief of Staff to the Chancellor, University of Illinois Chicago (Role Prior to Completing Course: Senior Director, Alumni Relations & Development, University of Chicago)

“I was lacking confidence and self belief as to whether I could really make the leap from EA to Chief of Staff. Although I knew I had the skills and experience, I wasn’t able to confidently articulate that to potential employers, and therefore was not getting cut through when applying for those roles.

The course validated that the skills and experience I have absolutely align with Chief of Staff roles, giving me a renewed confidence to pursue the role. The practical exercises provided tangible resources I can use to demonstrate my capabilities, and the articles and insights gave me the opportunity to learn and reflect, transforming my thinking and reframing my approach to focus more on all the attributes I bring to the table rather than the areas where I’m not as strong. The course instilled a sense of confidence and assurance in my abilities and, more importantly, gave me the tools to be able to articulate that to prospective employers.”

— Liv Wilson, Dec. 2023, Executive Business Partner