Office Skills: Admin, Secretarial & PA (Executive PA) with Minute Taking & Microsoft Excel

Why Study This Office Skills: Admin, Secretarial & PA (Executive PA) with Minute Taking & Microsoft Excel Diploma?

• Effective minute taking can boost team productivity by up to 25%.
• The average salary for minute-takers in the UK is £28,000 per year.
• Effective minute taking contributes to improved meeting outcomes.
• The global demand for minute-takers is expected to grow by 8% in the next five years.

This Minute Taking Diploma Comprises The Following Courses:

• Course 01: Minute Taking
• Course 02: Personal Assistant
• Course 03: Microsoft Excel

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the fundamentals of Minute Taking, including key skills and participant roles.
• Develop pre-meeting techniques, note format, and agenda handling for Minute Taking.
• Learn the importance of meeting structure in Minute Taking.
• Capture decisions and actions effectively through proven Minute Taking techniques.
• Master Minute Taking roles and responsibilities, producing accurate and agreed-upon minutes.

CPDQE Accreditation

This Minute Taking Diploma is CPDQE accredited. CPD is a globally recognised parameter for continuous professional development acknowledged by thousands of professional bodies, employers and academic institutions in the UK and around the world.

Dual Certificates

After completing this Minute Taking Diploma, you will receive a course completion certificate from Reed. Also, you will receive a CPDQE-accredited signed certificate from SkillArts.

• Introduction to Minute Taking 12:41

  • 1: Minute Taking: 1.1 Minute Taking An Introduction Preview 00:33
  • 2: Minute Taking: 1.2 Meeting Minutes What are They 00:27
  • 3: Minute Taking: 1.3 Do Meeting Minutes Really Help 00:20
  • 4: Minute Taking: 1.4 Getting Better 00:34
  • 5: Minute Taking: 1.5 What to Take, What to Leave 01:05
  • 6: Minute Taking: 1.6 Agenda An Introduction 01:19
  • 7: Minute Taking: 1.7 The ABCs of taking minutes 02:03
  • 8: Minute Taking: 1.8 Getting Started 00:53
  • 9: Minute Taking: 1.9 Meeting Minutes Structure 02:16
  • 10: Minute Taking: 1.10 Five Tips for Efficient Note Taking 01:30
  • 11: Minute Taking: 1.11 Lesson Synopsis 00:41
  • 12: Minute Taking: Module 01 MCQ 01:00

• Preparation Strategies for Minute Taking 12:19

  • 13: Minute Taking: 2.1 Preparing for Minute Taking 00:31
  • 14: Minute Taking: 2.2 Warming Up 00:22
  • 15: Minute Taking: 2.3 Read The Agenda 01:08
  • 16: Minute Taking: 2.4 Talk to the Contributors 02:14
  • 17: Minute Taking: 2.5 Get Your Gears 00:28
  • 18: Minute Taking: 2.6 Signed Minutes 01:00
  • 19: Minute Taking: 2.7 Personal Preparation Checklist 01:19
  • 20: Minute Taking: 2.8 Creating The Right Environment 03:33
  • 21: Minute Taking: 2.9 Lesson Synopsis 00:44
  • 22: Minute Taking: Module 02 MCQ 01:00

• Excelling at Minute Taking During Meetings 13:30

  • 23: Minute Taking: 3.1 At the Meeting 00:40
  • 24: Minute Taking: 3.2 Attending The Meeting 01:02
  • 25: Minute Taking: 3.3 Finding Out Who's Who 01:55
  • 26: Minute Taking: 3.4 Talk to Strangers! 00:50
  • 27: Minute Taking: 3.5 Remembering Names 01:00
  • 28: Minute Taking: 3.6 Developing Understanding 00:28
  • 29: Minute Taking: 3.7 Before the Meeting 00:23
  • 30: Minute Taking: 3.8 During the Meeting 00:32
  • 31: Minute Taking: 3.9 After the Meeting 01:33
  • 32: Minute Taking: 3.10 Coping With NumbersFigures 00:23
  • 33: Minute Taking: 3.11 Maintaining Concentration and Focus 03:01
  • 34: Minute Taking: 3.12 Lesson Synopsis 00:43
  • 35: Care for a feedback 01:00

• Understanding the Meeting Agenda for Minute Taking 12:35

  • 36: Minute Taking: 4.1 The Structure of a Meeting 00:38
  • 37: Minute Taking: 4.2 Structuring Meetings 00:55
  • 38: Minute Taking: 4.3 Segments of a Meeting 03:54
  • 39: Minute Taking: 4.4 Matters Arising 01:29
  • 40: Minute Taking: 4.5 Reports 01:15
  • 41: Minute Taking: 4.6 Agenda items 02:37
  • 42: Minute Taking: 4.7 Lesson Synopsis 00:47
  • 43: Care for a feedback? 01:00

• Perfecting Note-Taking for Minute Mastery 10:01

  • 44: Minute Taking: 5.1 Taking Notes 00:40
  • 45: Minute Taking: 5.2 Note Taking Can Be Tricky 00:15
  • 46: Minute Taking: 5.3 The Mechanics of Writing 02:11
  • 47: Minute Taking: 5.4 Taking Notes 01:14
  • 48: Minute Taking: 5.5 Look As Well As Listen 01:00
  • 49: Minute Taking: 5.6 Developing Skill 00:47
  • 50: Minute Taking: 5.7 Structuring Notes 01:34
  • 51: Minute Taking: 5.8 Organising Notes 00:38
  • 52: Minute Taking: 5.9 Lesson Synopsis 00:42
  • 53: Minute Taking: Module 05 MCQ 01:00

• The Meeting Structure: A Guide for Minute Taking 09:56

  • 54: Minute Taking: 6.1 The Minute-Taking Process 00:33
  • 55: Minute Taking: 6.2 The Minutes 00:44
  • 56: Minute Taking: 6.3 Who Attended 07:10
  • 57: Minute Taking: 6.4 Lesson Synopsis 00:29
  • 58: Minute Taking: Module 06 MCQ 01:00

• Recording Decisions and Actions in Minute Taking 08:28

  • 59: Minute Taking: 7.1 Recording Decisions and Actions 00:34
  • 60: Minute Taking: 7.2 Why Record Minutes 00:23
  • 61: Minute Taking: 7.3 The Action Triangle 02:20
  • 62: Minute Taking: 7.4 The layout of Action Points 01:10
  • 63: Minute Taking: 7.5 Layout and Numbering 03:29
  • 64: Minute Taking: 7.6 Lesson Synopsis 00:32

• Business English for Minute Mastery 05:04

  • 65: Minute Taking: 8.1 Business English 00:31
  • 66: Minute Taking: 8.2 You Mean Business 02:56
  • 67: Minute Taking: 8.3 Punctuating with Bullets 00:53
  • 68: Minute Taking: 8.4 Lesson Synopsis 00:44

• Building Confidence in Minute Taking 08:45

  • 69: Minute Taking: 9.1 Building Confidence 00:40
  • 70: Minute Taking: 9.2 Creating The Right Impression 02:47
  • 71: Minute Taking: 9.3 Conversation 01:02
  • 72: Minute Taking: 9.4 Get To Know Everyone 00:33
  • 73: Minute Taking: 9.5 Coping With Put-Downs 02:06
  • 74: Minute Taking: 9.6 Lesson Synopsis 00:37
  • 75: Minute Taking: Module 09 MCQ 01:00

• Achieving Effective Minute Taking Mastery 06:12

  • 76: Minute Taking: 10.1 Effective Minute Taking 00:31
  • 77: Minute Taking: 10.2 Styles Of Minutes 01:24
  • 78: Minute Taking: 10.3 Be Quick 00:21
  • 79: Minute Taking: 10.4 Speeding Up the Process 02:18
  • 80: Minute Taking: 10.5 Lesson Synopsis 00:38
  • 81: Minute Taking: Module 10 MCQ 01:00

• Time Management in Minute Taking 11:29

  • 82: Minute Taking: Time Management Techniques 10:29
  • 83: Thank You ! 01:00

• Course 02: Personal Assistant 2:37:54

  • 84: Minute Taking: Personal Assistant 08:35
  • 85: Minute Taking: Developing Interpersonal Skills 13:14
  • 86: Minute Taking: Developing Communication Skills 12:21
  • 87: Minute Taking: Task Management Tips 08:20
  • 88: Minute Taking: Time Management Techniques 09:41
  • 89: Minute Taking: Diary Management _ Note Taking 20:02
  • 90: Minute Taking: Meeting Management _ Minute Taking 06:47
  • 91: Minute Taking: Office Management and Supervision 09:35
  • 92: Minute Taking: Networking _ Relationship Management 06:56
  • 93: Minute Taking: Record Keeping 08:18
  • 94: Minute Taking: Telephone Etiquette 07:39
  • 95: Minute Taking: E-mail Communication 09:44
  • 96: Minute Taking: Presentation Skills 12:10
  • 97: Minute Taking: Business Writing Skills 08:09
  • 98: Minute Taking: Travel Arrangement 08:17
  • 99: Minute Taking: Mail Services and Shipping 08:06

• Course 03: Microsoft Excel 58:00

  • 100: Minute Taking: Excel Interface 2023 06:00
  • 101: Minute Taking: Basic Functions in Excel 12:00
  • 102: Minute Taking: Working with Worksheet 06:00
  • 103: Minute Taking: Work with Data and Excel Tables 21:00
  • 104: Minute Taking: Basic Calculations 07:00
  • 105: Minute Taking: Shortcuts in Excel 06:00

Key Topics Minute Taking Diploma

• Introduction to Minute Taking: Explore the fundamentals of Minute Taking, setting the stage for effective meeting documentation.

• Key Skills for Effective Minute Taking: Develop essential skills required for proficient Minute Taking, focusing on accuracy and clarity.

• Role of the Minute-Taker: Understand the pivotal role of the minute-taker in the Minute Taking process, ensuring comprehensive meeting records.

• Preparation Strategies: Master preparation techniques for Minute Taking, including understanding meeting agendas and participant roles.

• Meeting Structure Guide: Delve into the structure of meetings and its significance in Minute Taking, for capturing decisions and actions accurately.

• Advanced Minute Taking Tips: Gain insights into advanced Minute Taking strategies, enhancing the quality and efficiency of meeting notes.

• Technology in Minute Taking: Explore how technology can streamline the Minute Taking process, from recording to note distribution.

• Writing Importance in Minute Taking: Emphasise the critical role of clear, concise writing in Minute Taking, for effective communication.

• Skills Required for Minute Taking Tasks: Identify the diverse skill set required for successful Minute Taking, including listening and summarizing.

• Facilitating Minute Taking: Examine the chairperson's role in facilitating efficient Minute Taking, through clear leadership and direction.

• Coping with Meeting Challenges: Equip yourself to handle common and unexpected challenges during meetings, ensuring uninterrupted Minute Taking.

• Minute Taker
• Personal Assistant

This course will pave the way for higher study in the field of Minute Taking. You can enrol on higher level Minute Taking courses, such as:

• Level 2 Certificate in Minute Taking
• Level 3 Certificate in Minute Taking
• Level 3 Diploma in Minute Taking
• Level 4 Certificate in Minute Taking
• Level 4 Diploma in Minute Taking
• Level 5 Certificate in Minute Taking
• Level 5 Diploma in Minute Taking
• Level 2 Award in Minute Taking
• Level 3 Award in Minute Taking
• Level 4 Award in Minute Taking
• Level 5 Award in Minute Taking
• Level 6 Certificate in Minute Taking

CPDQE Certificate on Minute Taking

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included