PD-01
Professional Certificate in Project Management
12 weeks · 36 hrsIn-person / Hybrid
Initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control and close projects, aligned with PMI PMBOK, PRINCE2 concepts and Agile methods, using Microsoft Project, Excel and Asana.
Outcomes
- Design a complete project from concept to completion
- Manage scope, time, cost, quality, risk and communication
- Use digital project management tools
- Prepare donor-quality reports
- Apply Agile and traditional techniques
Who it's for: No prerequisites. For university students, young professionals, government employees, NGO staff, entrepreneurs, team leaders and aspiring project managers.
PD-02
Professional Certificate in Project and Grant Proposal Writing & Management
12 weeks · 36 hrsIn-person, Online or Hybrid
Take a real project idea from concept to a donor-ready proposal, with logical framework, M&E framework, budget, risk plan and donor presentation.
Outcomes
- Prepare donor-compliant grant proposals
- Develop logical and results frameworks
- Build Gantt schedules and project budgets
- Design monitoring and evaluation plans
- Prepare donor reports and manage funded projects
Who it's for: For NGO professionals, government employees, development practitioners, project officers, researchers, consultants, graduates and civil society organisations.
PD-03
Professional Certificate in Human Resource Management
12 weeks · 36 hrsIn-person, Online or Hybrid
Workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, performance, compensation, labour relations and HR analytics, building a complete HR Management Portfolio.
Outcomes
- Conduct workforce planning and job analysis
- Manage recruitment, interviewing and selection
- Develop performance appraisal systems
- Handle grievances, discipline and conflict
- Build a complete HR system for an organisation
Who it's for: For HR officers, administrative staff, supervisors, managers, government and NGO staff, business owners and graduates.
PD-04
Professional Certificate in Procurement and Contract Management
12 weeks · 36 hrsIn-person, Online or Hybrid
A simulated procurement project from planning to contract close-out, drawing on CIPS, World Bank, AfDB and UN procurement practice.
Outcomes
- Prepare procurement plans and specifications
- Run competitive processes and evaluate bids
- Draft contracts and purchase agreements
- Monitor supplier performance and manage risk
- Apply procurement law, regulation and ethics
Who it's for: For procurement officers, supply chain and logistics professionals, contract administrators, government and NGO staff, project managers and finance officers.
PD-05
Professional Certificate in Hospitality and Hotel Management
12 weeks · 36 hrsIn-person, Online or Hybrid
Run a simulated hotel business, build an operations manual and business plan, and present to a panel of hospitality industry experts.
Outcomes
- Manage reservations, check-in and check-out
- Supervise housekeeping and maintenance
- Manage food and beverage services
- Prepare hotel budgets and revenue plans
- Plan conferences and special events
Who it's for: For aspiring hotel managers, hospitality staff, restaurant supervisors, front office personnel, entrepreneurs and students.
PD-06
Professional Certificate in Tourism Management
12 weeks · 36 hrsIn-person, Online or Hybrid
Plan, manage, market and promote destinations and tourism businesses, ending with a tourism business or destination management plan.
Outcomes
- Design tourism products and visitor experiences
- Develop destination marketing strategies
- Apply sustainable tourism principles
- Plan tourism events and festivals
- Develop tourism business plans
Who it's for: For tourism and hospitality professionals, tour guides, travel consultants, conservation practitioners, government employees, entrepreneurs and students.
PD-07
Professional Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Business Management
12 weeks · 36 hrsIn-person, Online or Hybrid
Develop a real business idea over twelve weeks, ending with a bankable business plan pitched to business professionals and potential investors.
Outcomes
- Identify and evaluate business opportunities
- Prepare a complete business plan
- Prepare budgets, cash flow projections and financial statements
- Use digital platforms for promotion and sales
- Pitch business ideas to investors and stakeholders
Who it's for: For aspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, university students, professionals, youth, women entrepreneurs, start-up founders and anyone starting or managing a business.
PD-08
Starlink Installation
2 weeks · 8 hrsIn-person
Hands-on training in satellite internet installation, covering equipment and siting, mounting and cabling, network configuration, troubleshooting and post-installation testing.
Outcomes
- Understand Starlink technology, equipment components and internet connectivity requirements
- Install and configure Starlink equipment, including the dish, router and associated accessories
- Identify suitable installation locations for optimal satellite visibility and signal performance
- Perform basic mounting, cabling, power connection and network setup
- Configure Wi-Fi settings and connect devices to the Starlink network
- Troubleshoot common installation, connectivity and signal issues
- Apply basic safety procedures and equipment maintenance practices
- Test internet connectivity and verify network performance after installation
Who it's for: Beginners, students, technicians, IT support personnel, entrepreneurs and anyone interested in satellite internet installation. No prior experience is required.
PD-09
Professional Certificate in Data Analysis Using Microsoft Excel and Power BI
12 weeks · 36 hrsIn-person / Hybrid
Take raw data from spreadsheet to management-ready decision: import and clean datasets in Excel and Power Query, analyse with formulas, PivotTables and basic statistics, then model the data and build interactive dashboards in Power BI.
Outcomes
- Understand fundamental data analysis concepts, processes and best practices
- Import, organize, clean and transform datasets using Microsoft Excel and Power BI
- Apply Excel formulas, functions, sorting, filtering, PivotTables and charts to analyze data
- Use Power Query to clean, transform and prepare data for analysis
- Develop interactive dashboards, reports and visualizations using Power BI
- Apply basic statistical techniques to identify trends, patterns and performance indicators
- Use Power BI data modeling and DAX formulas to create meaningful calculations and measures
- Interpret data and generate actionable insights to support evidence-based decision-making
- Prepare professional reports and visual presentations for management, donors and stakeholders
- Apply data quality, accuracy and confidentiality principles when handling information
Who it's for: University students, young professionals, government employees, NGO staff, entrepreneurs, business owners, administrators and aspiring data analysts. No prior experience is required.
PD-10
Computer Networking, Router Configuration and Setup
12 weeks · 36 hrsIn-person / Hybrid
Plan, build and secure a small network end to end: IP addressing and subnetting, router and switch setup, Wi-Fi and access control, firewall settings, static routing, troubleshooting and network documentation.
Outcomes
- Understand fundamental computer networking concepts, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, IP addressing and network protocols
- Identify and work with networking devices, including routers, switches, modems, access points and network cables
- Configure and set up routers for home, office and small business networks
- Perform IP addressing and subnetting, and configure DHCP, DNS and default gateways
- Configure wireless networks, including Wi-Fi names (SSID), passwords, encryption and access controls
- Set up router administration interfaces and manage essential network settings
- Configure basic routing, including static routes and default routes
- Implement basic network security practices, including firewall settings, secure passwords and access restrictions
- Troubleshoot common network problems involving connectivity, IP conflicts, weak Wi-Fi signals and internet access
- Test network performance, monitor connectivity and perform routine network maintenance
- Design and implement a basic computer network for a home, office or small organization
- Document network configurations and apply safe equipment installation and management practices
Who it's for: University students, IT beginners, technicians, help desk personnel, government employees, NGO staff, entrepreneurs and aspiring network administrators. No prior networking experience is required.
PD-11
Microsoft Office Suite (MS Office)
12 weeks · 36 hrsIn-person / Hybrid
Build workplace-ready digital skills across Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access: professional documents, spreadsheets and charts, presentations, mail merge, file management and office standards.
Outcomes
- Understand and navigate Microsoft Office applications and their core features
- Create, format and manage professional documents using Microsoft Word
- Prepare spreadsheets, use formulas and functions, organize data and create charts using Microsoft Excel
- Design professional presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint
- Create tables, forms and basic databases using Microsoft Access, where available
- Apply document formatting, page layout, templates and mail merge techniques for professional office work
- Use Excel for basic data analysis, budgeting, calculations and record keeping
- Develop engaging presentations using slides, graphics, charts and multimedia elements
- Organize, save, share and manage digital files efficiently
- Apply professional standards for workplace communication, productivity and information management
Who it's for: University students, job seekers, young professionals, government employees, NGO staff, entrepreneurs, administrative assistants, office personnel and anyone seeking to improve digital workplace skills. No prior experience is required.