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Chief of Staff

A premium training program, featuring immersive meetings with Chiefs of Staff in their companies, followed by individualized support in finding a position and/or starting or resuming a role.

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Next session: November 2026

2 weeks of training in a hybrid format: each week, 3 days in person in Paris and 2 days remote.

WEEK 1

From November 2 to 6

Monday, November 2

In-person · Paris

Tuesday, November 3

In-person · Paris

Wednesday, November 4

In-person · Paris

Thursday, November 5

Remote

Friday, November 6

Remote

WEEK 2

From November 23 to 27

Monday, November 23

Remote

Tuesday, November 24

Remote

Wednesday, November 25

In-person · Paris

Thursday, November 26

In-person · Paris

Friday, November 27

In-person · Paris

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Sessions are limited to 10 participants. To secure your spot, a 30% deposit is required at least one month before the training.

What is a Chief of Staff?

Helping leaders double their available mental bandwidth—that is the mission of a Chief of Staff.

80h

intensive training

80%

hands-on practice, real-world cases, and role-playing scenarios

BeCoS participants in a workshop around a table, with a trainer leading the session

Learn by doing

Helping leaders double their available mental bandwidth—that is the mission of a Chief of Staff.

Practical workshops based on real-life cases

A CoS must be operational as quickly as possible after taking up the position. To prepare for this adventure, you will put the best tools into practice during simulations based on real-life cases.

Educational expertise

For each topic in our program, a CoS will take part. Our content will also be delivered by our passionate instructors. To help you fully understand the day-to-day reality of the profession, you will have the opportunity to meet CoS with diverse backgrounds who will share their experiences and methods.

Long-term follow-up

After the training, we will support you in your job search. We will connect you with our large network of companies, startups, and venture capital funds looking to recruit. We will prepare you for your interviews and help you define your salary expectations. But we don't stop there. As a BeCoS alumnus, you will be part of our supportive community that benefits from our social network, our content, as well as invitations to events to continue building your network.

Boost your Chief of Staff career

BeCoS is an 80-hour program designed for Chiefs of Staff by Chiefs of Staff.

80h

of training spread over 2 weeks

100% concrete

20% theory, 80% practice

Practical applications

individual and collective

NPS* 40

participant satisfaction

Additional modules

available on request

Hybrid format

3 days in person in Paris and 2 days remote each week

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*calculated on responses collected between May 2020 and March 2026, from participants who completed the training. The NPS is calculated from the question: “Would you recommend this training?”, rated from 0 to 10. Formula: % promoters (scores 9-10), minus % detractors (scores 0-6)

The Chief of Staff profile

What is a Chief of Staff?

After more than 30 interviews with Chiefs of Staff, we can say that there are as many CoS profiles as there are companies. However, we have identified 4 aspects that are common to the profession you will be trained for.

Become an ambassador

Being an architect

To be a right-hand man

To be a Swiss Army knife

As a true spokesperson, sharing values externally and internally to accelerate transformation and create opportunities, you will bring teams together through change, with humility, in a hyper-growth company. You will learn to build a relationship of trust, to embody a vision, to speak in public, to map your environment, and to conduct your negotiations accordingly.

Become an ambassador

Being an architect

To be a right-hand man

To be a Swiss Army knife

As a true spokesperson, sharing values externally and internally to accelerate transformation and create opportunities, you will bring teams together through change, with humility, in a hyper-growth company. You will learn to build a relationship of trust, to embody a vision, to speak in public, to map your environment, and to conduct your negotiations accordingly.

The BeCoS program

Details of our 9-day program, which concludes on the 10th day with a full simulation of a typical day, applying all the concepts learned during the training.

Starting your first day at CoS

Make your first exchanges with new contacts inspired and inspiring to build trusting relationships.

Become an expert in negotiation

Master the principles of influence and negotiation techniques to successfully achieve your goals.

Immerse yourself in your surroundings

Quickly understand your environment and identify the key stakeholders to successfully implement the company strategy.

Manage conflicts

Defuse complicated situations in the heat of the moment or afterward by improving your listening skills.

Arbitration and crisis management

Making complex decisions and communicating impactful messages internally and externally during highly tense situations.

Interact with collaborators

Integrate and engage a group by using motivational drivers through emotional intelligence.

Managing time and colleagues

Organize and delegate as effectively as possible to manage day-to-day operations and prepare recurring or exceptional strategic decision-making meetings.

Be proactive

Acquire the tools to build a vision, identify key challenges, and prototype a solution.

Organize and manage projects

Start, put tools in place, and automate processes to track project progress.

A typical day of the training

9 AM - 10 AM

CoS Capsule

An inspiring meeting with a CoS to introduce a topic, with a discussion about their methods and daily work.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Expert tool

Dynamic, fast-paced learning of a theory with an expert trainer in the field.

1 PM - 6 PM

Simulation

Group work with practical application followed by a report-back and a debriefing.

The objective

At the end of the training, the participant will be able to understand the role and responsibilities of a Chief of Staff, quickly immerse themselves in a corporate environment, build trusted relationships with stakeholders, contribute to the vision and strategy, lead cross-functional projects, manage complex or conflictual situations, structure their organization, prepare strategic decision-making, and leverage digital tools and AI to improve operational efficiency.

Who is BeCoS for?

Our cohorts are diverse, depending on experience, sector, and skills. Some are currently employed, others are not, and some wish to join a startup while others prefer large corporations!

Prerequisite

This training is intended for people who want to move into a Chief of Staff position, step into their Chief of Staff responsibilities, or strengthen their approach and methods in this role. No technical prerequisites required.

Remote appointment

Admission will be based on the first telephone or video call.

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Scoping questionnaire

Final step, a questionnaire designed to accurately assess your needs, strengths, areas for improvement, and expectations so we can best meet them!

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First call

The objective is to discuss your background, your project, and your motivation, to ensure that our program will bring you value. A good understanding of the position will be a plus.



The selection is made during our first call.

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First call

The objective is to discuss your background, your project, and your motivation, to ensure that our program will bring you value. A good understanding of the position will be a plus.

Scoping questionnaire

Final step, a questionnaire to accurately assess your needs, strengths, areas for improvement, and expectations so we can respond as best as possible!

Virtual appointment

The selection is made during our first call.

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First call

The objective is to discuss your background, your project, and your motivation, to ensure that our program will bring you value. A good understanding of the position will be a plus.

Scoping questionnaire

Final step, a questionnaire to accurately assess your needs, strengths, areas for improvement, and expectations so we can respond as best as possible!

BeCoS training session in a meeting room, with a speaker presenting to participants

After the training

Accessible content

In addition to the reports delivered at the end of each topic, you will have access to our educational content and articles on our platform, forever.

Taking office

If you are already in a position or have already found a company, you will find support and a listening ear to help make your first 100 days a success in applying your new skills.

Personalized coaching

Mastering the tools is only a beginning. With BeCoS, we will help you identify your strengths to showcase them in the best possible way. We will prepare you for interviews and salary negotiation. You will be featured on our recruiters space, and we will connect you with companies interested in your profile.

A lifelong community

The expression “out of sight, out of mind” has no place at BeCoS. You will always be invited to our events, our conferences and will have access to our network of CoS and recruiters.

Job search

You will be accompanied for 3 months during your search for your CoS position, we will be available to answer your questions, prepare meetings or an action plan and review certain content. If your need is too technical or specific, we can always put you in touch with a CoS in our network who will be able to answer it!

How to finance your training?

I am an employee at my company

Since Seven is Qualiopi-certified, the training can be funded, in whole or in part, by your OPCO (skills operator).

I am looking for a job

To date, the program is not yet eligible for the CPF. However, partial funding can be obtained from France Travail: please do not hesitate to contact us regarding this matter.

To secure their spot, you will need to pay a 30% deposit at least one month before the training; the remaining balance must be paid by the first day of the training.

If necessary, we can offer you a payment plan in 3 interest-free installments over 3 months.

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Job search

We support you in your job search, during and after your training.

75%

of our alumni land a role within 6 months of completing the program.

A booming market

Chief of Staff job openings are multiplying: today there are more than 100 on average on the main recruitment platforms, with an increasing number of remote positions.

A salary survey

To help you position yourself and negotiate, we have conducted a salary study dedicated to the Chief of Staff role, shared with our participants.

Preview offers

Our CEO and VC contacts regularly share job offers with us that haven't been published yet. We make them available to our participants and alumni for free.

Our network

Beyond the program, you join an active network of alumni, Chiefs of Staff, leaders, and partner companies. An ecosystem designed to share best practices, build meaningful connections, and open up professional opportunities after the training.

Many qualified alumni

several partner companies

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and many others.

The origins of BeCoS

BeCoS was born from a simple observation: the Chief of Staff role is growing rapidly, but it is still not well understood, not very structured, and rarely taught. Yet this role is becoming essential for leaders who need to make decisions faster, communicate better, and run increasingly complex organizations. Created by Yahya Fallah, co-founder of Seven, and Grégoire Kopp, former Chief of Staff at OVHcloud, BeCoS was designed as a hands-on program: an intensive training course, built with Chiefs of Staff, to learn the job alongside those who actually do it.

Our B2C training programs offer an exceptional learning experience. Whether you want to develop new skills, deepen your knowledge, or improve in a specific field, our workshops are designed to meet your needs.

Two teaching enthusiasts

Portrait of Yahya Fallah, co-founder of Seven

Yahya Fallah

Co-founder of Seven - Specialist in education, innovation, and support for business leaders

Portrait of Grégoire Kopp, former Chief of Staff at OVHcloud

Grégoire Kopp

Former Chief of Staff at OVHcloud - Expert in leadership challenges, strategic communications, and crisis management

as well as several Chief of Staff experts...

Terms & Additional Information

Modality

The training is organized in a blended format, with both in-person and remote sessions. The in-person activities take place in Paris on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of the first week, and then on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of the second week. The remote activities take place on Thursday and Friday of the first week, and then on Monday and Tuesday of the second week. The educational content is also accessible via an LMS platform.

Access times

Access to the training is possible after an initial discussion with the Seven team, subject to profile validation, available places, and the completion of the registration file. Sessions are limited to a maximum of 10 participants in order to guarantee individualized follow-up. To secure registration, a 30% deposit is required at least one month before the start of the training.

Teaching methods

The training alternates theoretical input, feedback from Chiefs of Staff currently in post, case studies, simulations drawn from real-life situations, individual and group work, presentations, debriefings, and access to online learning resources. The teaching approach is practice-oriented: around 20% theory and 80% hands-on application. Participants work in particular on the Chief of Staff role, communication, negotiation, project management, OKRs, agile methods, leading strategic meetings, time management, management, conflict resolution, and the use of digital tools and AI.

Evaluation methods

The assessment of learning outcomes is carried out throughout the training through role-playing exercises, simulations, individual and group work, presentations, discussions with the trainers, and debriefings. An initial assessment makes it possible to identify the participant’s needs and expectations. At the end of the training, the learning outcomes and progress are evaluated against the training’s educational objectives thanks to a complete simulation on the last day of the training. Satisfaction and feedback questionnaires may also be used to improve the program.

Accessibility

Seven studies the specific needs of people with disabilities in order to identify possible adjustments to the training, teaching methods, materials, or welcoming conditions. Affected candidates are invited to report their needs as early as possible when making contact or during the preliminary interview, so that an appropriate solution can be discussed with the disability liaison officer or the relevant partners.

Pricing

The price of the BeCoS training is €5,825 excl. tax, i.e. €6,990 incl. tax. This price includes 80 hours of training, access to educational content, lifetime integration into the BeCoS network, meetings with Chiefs of Staff, invitations to events, and individualized support after the training.

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We would be delighted to discuss your challenges with you to determine whether the training is right for you.

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