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Generally, a single company hardly controls the whole supply chain for a product or service. Going back to history, Ford Motors in the 1920s attained the vertical integration of a company that would do everything it needed by itself. However, in the end, General Motors would end up surpassing Ford…

Who should attend:

Stakeholder in supply chain (Decision markers)

Key Benefits
This three-day workshop is designed to enable the participants to achieve the following: •Appreciate the organization’s corporate strategy and map the supply chain to identify the technology gaps among others. •Assess the portfolio of your company’s technology and its competitive impact. •Explore the adoption of specific technology to facilitate closure…

The Women Leaders Development Programme  is uniquely designed for senior executives and entrepreneurs who seek to move to the next level in their chosen careers, ascend the ladder with clarity, mastering dynamics and seizing greater management responsibilities.  The Pan-African programme is brought to you by Lagos Business School, PwC Nigeria…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed for women executives who:  Have 10 or more years of experience Have titles ranging from manager or director to vice president, as well as consultants and business owners Work in a wide range of industries Aspire to more senior levels of management Seek to enhance their…

Key Benefits
This programme will: Provide an engaging forum for female executives and high-potential women transitioning into senior management and board leadership roles to come together, gain new knowledge from the latest research, and put those concepts into practice.  Provide sophisticated business and leadership concepts that have immediate and practical applications for…

As business and social environments continue to evolve, and as organisations grapple with economic uncertainty, competition and ever-increasing customer expectations, the workplace dynamics have considerably changed from what they used to be. With new approaches to relationships and a deliberate collapse of organisational hierarchies, the task of getting people (of…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit: Team leaders, and middle to senior-level functional managers in both private and public sector organisations whose roles require an understanding of people, groups and group dynamics. Experts and specialists who are making a transition from managing equipment and processes to leading people.

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be able to: Understand what leadership is and is not Lead with emotional intelligence Understand self-leadership and self-monitor Understand team leadership that works Make a transition from traditional to contemporary teamwork Understand strategies for transforming a group to a Team. Have a…

The desire to achieve and maintain a positive corporate reputation is high on the agenda of business leaders. This is so given their understanding of the beneficial consequences of this concept. CEOs and c-suite executives understand that a positive corporate reputation is a tool for achieving repeated purchases, meeting sales…

Who should attend:

Board Chairmen Chief Executive Officers Executive Directors Independent Non-Executive Directors Chief Financial Officers Chief Marketing Officers General Managers across all functions Directors across all functions Corporate Communication Directors C-Suite executives

Key Benefits
Upon completion of this programme, participants will: Understand international best practices in corporate reputation from the perspective of the traditional attributes of reputation buoyed by how the critical roles of innovation, digital transformation impact heavily on corporate reputation management.  Learn how the standards of organizational behavior in the context of…

The leadership programme is designed to prepare middle managers with the requisite knowledge and skills to assume strategic leadership positions in their organisations or beyond.

Who should attend:

Middle managers in hospitality and tourism organisations (can be extended to retail) Entrepreneurs of SME in hospitality and tourism

Key Benefits
Embed critical business knowledge in hospitality & tourism Identify and address development areas in their organisations  Increase self-awareness and professionalism Develop interpersonal capability Understand business concepts and increasing commercial awareness in hospitality & tourism

The Covid-19 pandemic has effectively reset the way we do business. Remote working and tech convergence are just two examples of changing business landscapes. Moreover, investors in traditional economic sectors have identified the need for diversification to ensure sustainable growth. We cannot dispute the impacts of Covid-19 on the hospitality…

Who should attend:

High net worth individuals who are looking to diversify their investment portfolio. Real estate investors who are looking to expand their portfolio by investing in hospitality/tourism properties. Entrepreneurs who are interested in starting a hospitality/tourism business Institutional investors, such as pension funds or hedge funds, are looking for investment opportunities…

Key Benefits
The Learning Objective involves  Understanding the tourism and hospitality industry: Attendees will learn about the various sectors within the tourism and hospitality industry, including accommodation, food and beverage, transportation, and attractions. They will also gain an understanding of the market trends, demand and supply dynamics, and the impact of external…

Innovate to Disrupt (ITD)  is designed for leaders and innovators looking to drive change and create new markets through disruptive innovation. Disruptive innovation is a powerful force that has transformed industries and created new opportunities for growth and success. It involves identifying unmet customer needs,  developing new business models, and…

Who should attend:

Mid to Senior-Level Executives: These individuals are responsible for strategic decision-making within their organizations and can benefit from understanding disruptive innovation trends and strategies to stay ahead in their respective industries.  Entrepreneurs and Start-up Founders: Individuals involved in entrepreneurship or those planning to start their ventures can gain valuable insights…

Key Benefits
Benefits Introduce participants to the principles of disruptive innovation,  including how it works, why it’s important, and how it has transformed industries in the past.  Provide participants with the tools and strategies needed to identify opportunities for disruption and generate disruptive ideas.  Teach participants how to develop a business model…

The need to manage diversity and equality in the workplace has become a priority as the benefits become more apparent for business performance. Research shows gender diversity for example is correlated with improved financial performance. How can your organisations recruit and retain more women and youths to improve productivity? This…

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This is a high-level customised programme for senior executives in corporate organisations to gain a better understanding of the far-reaching impact of sustainability on business efficiency, and the bargains needed to drive superb business performance. The programme will equip participants with the know-how to integrate sustainability into the fabric of…

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Key Benefits
Request a proposal by emailing Theresa at takpoveso@lbs.edu.ng

To succeed in today’s Nigerian challenging environment; skills, knowledge, tools an unprecedented degree of effective business strategies, innovation, resilience, and agility are required to succeed and maintain continuous growth in a challenging economy.                     Business leaders must develop the skills and vision needed to succeed in their organizations. Managers must be…

Who should attend:

Sales and marketing managers Brand managers in FMCGs and services Channel managers Advertising practitioners Key account/customer relationship managers in FMCGs Telecommunication Banking and retail

Key Benefits
Participants will learn how to: Understanding tools and channels for actively engaging customers. Strategies for dealing with difficult customers, market insights, and intelligence gathering Buyer behavior and consumer value under critical economy Strategic agility to reposition your organization in critical times Building and leveraging loyalty with your employees, customers, and…

The Corporate Valuation Masterclass is an intensive course aimed at providing participants with an in-depth understanding of business valuation techniques and strategies. The masterclass covers an array of topics necessary in valuing businesses effectively. The program will outline the importance of valuation in different business scenarios, such as mergers and…

Who should attend:

Investment Bankers, CFOs, Financial Analysts, Entrepreneurs, Private Equity and Venture Capital Investors, Consultants and Advisors

Key Benefits
Participants will learn to: Develop a good understanding of key valuation concepts, such as the time value of money, risk and return, and the different approaches to valuing businesses  Identify various valuation methodologies commonly used in the industry, including the income approach, market approach, and asset-based approach Analyze financial statements…

The Global Immersion Program (GIP) is a course designed for LBS participants and Alumni to provide a high-level survey of the economic, cultural, and geopolitical drivers behind regions integral to the global economy. The 2023 programme will take place in Paris, France. France is an advanced and industrialized country, the…

Who should attend:

Current participants on any of programmes Alumni of Lagos Business School

Key Benefits
The overall objectives of the programme are: To provide an understanding of the EU region’s business, cultural, and political environments. To achieve a working knowledge of local business practices through direct interaction with managers and government officials. To explore the value of different economic models as benchmarks for global business…

The Sustainable Waste Management Business Fellowship programme is designed to equip young business leaders in the waste management sector with the skills to structure their businesses for growth. The  goal of this programme is to improve finance and business development practices of young leaders in the waste management sector. The…

Who should attend:

Entrepreneurs and Start-up Businesses in Waste Management

Key Benefits
Participants will: Develop the capacity to measure the impact of their businesses and pitch to potential investors  Gain knowledge to tackle specific business challenges peculiar to the Nigerian waste management sector.  Gain skills to set up systems for financial control and reporting within their waste management enterprises.  Develop the capacity…

The Effective Sustainability and ESG Management programme aims to provide current and Africa-focused management knowledge in the area of corporate sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and responsible business. The programme is delivered online via the LBS eLearning platform. In the last two decades, there has been growing interest in the role…

Who should attend:

The programme is open to middle management executives and individuals with roles in: Sustainability as a Business Strategy Sustainability in the Workplace  Sustainability vs Corporate Social Responsibility Community Engagement and Investment  Sustainable Consumption, Production and Waste Management Environmental Management Principles and Best Practices Sustainability Compliance, Standards and Frameworks

Key Benefits
Participants will: Understand the concepts, principles and practices in corporate sustainability Understand the unique opportunities and risks of implementing sustainability strategies and programmes in Africa. Gain insights into methods and processes for organisations to improve and measure their economic, social and environmental performance and value creation Develop the capacity to…

Originally developed at Google and now available to everyone, Search Inside Yourself takes an evidence-based approach combining neuroscience, attention-training, and emotional intelligence. The programme is highly interactive and integrates individual and small group exploratory sessions. Companies such as SAP, Deloitte, Salesforce, Ford, United Nations, and Hyatt to name a few, look…

Who should attend:

This programme is open to: C- Suite (CEOs, CFOs, COOs, CIOs, CMOs) Senior Management Policy Makers (Public Sector) Strategists (Military/Private Sector) Diplomatic Corps Executive Coaches and Trainers  

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will: Improve your communication and collaboration skills Develop outstanding leadership skills and competencies Increase creativity and lnnovation Experience greater overall wellbeing  

HR professionals often find themselves at a crossroads: should they prioritize the well-being of employees or focus on the metrics that drive the bottom line? These two orientations—one emphasizing the ‘human’ aspect and the other focusing on ‘resources’—shape how HR contributes to organizational success. On the one hand, prioritizing employee…

Who should attend:

This programme is designed for HR professionals at the middle to senior management cadre in organisations.  

Key Benefits
By the end of this program, participants will be able to: Translate their organization’s strategic objectives into HR-specific terms, ensuring clear alignment between HR practices and business goals. Develop and implement HR programs that support and drive organizational objectives, enhancing the role of HR as a strategic partner. Strengthen their…

Design Thinking is an approach used for practical and creative problem-solving. It has evolved from a range of different fields — visual design, software design, product development, architecture, engineering and business. Design Thinking can be applied to any field and also, to products and services. Design Thinking is extremely user-centric.…

Who should attend:

If you are in the following function, this programme is for you Sales and marketing personnel involved in creating solutions for their customers. Advertising practitioners with the desire to create effective and unique solutions for their clients. Product and service development personnel of manufacturing and services firms. Business development managers…

Key Benefits
After the programme, you will be able to: Design and re-design your services and product delivery capabilities Use design thinking skills to solve multiple problems at your  firm Gain confidence in problem-solving techniques

Recent developments in the global market occasioned by COVID-19 and volatilities in the oil sector have heightened the need for Nigeria to diversify its economy away from oil. Exports help improve foreign exchange earnings, create employment opportunities, engender wealth creation and sustainable poverty reduction. To boost non-oil exports and build…

Who should attend:

Entrepreneurs, prospective exporters, financiers of exports, export sector regulators, MSMEs, state and federal government agencies logistics service providers and any other interested parties.

Key Benefits
This programme will equip you with the knowledge, tools and skills required to develop your export business in line with global standards and take advantage of the AFCFTA Treaty as well as the new CBN Policy on value added non-oil export.

After well-thought and careful considerations, companies, and individuals generally craft strategies to accomplish their corporate or personal goals. A good strategy is required to deliver a good and sustained performance. Businesses and individuals are now faced with new realities – environmental turbulence. The competitive advantages of yesterday in many instances…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit: Employees and individuals who are interested in personal improvements and for those who are seeking new approaches to issues and challenges Business owners who want to have a better understanding of the customers, the environments, the business structure, and processes and want to know…

Key Benefits
Understand how successful individuals and companies have applied creativity and innovation to stand out from peers and sustained their competitive advantages. Understand the concepts of divergent and convergent thinking and how to use these processes to get results. Understand the importance of customers’ needs to innovation, how to uncover customers’…

Globally, the waste management industry is increasingly moving from a conventional approach to sustainable and innovative ways of managing waste. With this approach, the industry is becoming a lucrative and next revolutionary industry in many countries where millionaires are currently being made. However, in Nigeria, there is a dearth of…

Who should attend:

This course is designed for youth within the age bracket of 18 to 40 years who are: Entrepreneurs and employees of waste management companies Employees of waste handling departments in companies, government departments and nonprofit organisations Managers and operators of waste systems Sustainability (E&S/CSR) and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)…

Key Benefits
Understand key concepts and principlesof sustainable waste management and what a circular economy means for businesses in emerging and developing economies. Gain knowledge ofrelevant regulations/legislation, standard procedures, best practices, ethical and social aspects of waste management in Nigeria. Apply business and leadership skillsto effectively manage finance, technology and human resources in waste…

The Certificate in Nonprofit Management for Senior Executives is designed to strengthen the leadership, governance, and management capacity of experienced executives working in or with nonprofit organisations. The program equips participants to deal with strategic and high-level challenges and opportunities in their organisations and community. It is designed as a…

Who should attend:

Young experienced executives who work in the Nonprofit Sector and/or run a Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs). Prospective applicants should have at least 5 years work experience.

Key Benefits
Through the Certificate in Nonprofit Management for Senior Executive  participants will Develop effective 21st Century Nonprofit Leadership skills and craft strategic goals to improve leadership practices. Refine their board governance, strategy and talent management capacity Learn strategic practices for leading and managing change in their organisations and society Develop leadership…

The Nonprofit Leadership and Management Certificate Programme is a detailed introduction to Nonprofit Management that takes on a highly practical, experiential and interactive approach. Participants will learn through a series of online and in-class faculty-facilitated lectures, guest lectures, case study discussions, and videos. This is to ensure they learn to…

Who should attend:

Youth (Ages 18 – 40) who work in the Nonprofit Sector and/or run a Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs).

Key Benefits
Participants would: Gain a deeper understanding of nonprofit leadership skills, including how to define strong mission statements, manage operational and financial controls, improve organizational capacity, strengthen their fundraising and revenue generation efforts, marketing, volunteer management, governance and sustainability. Understand the fundamentals of accounting and sustainable finance for nonprofit organizations, including…

The ESG Materiality Assessment and Sustainability Reporting seminar is designed to empower organisations with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive in an increasingly sustainable and responsible business landscape. In today’s world, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations have become pivotal in shaping corporate strategies and investor decisions.  This…

Who should attend:

Middle, and executive-level functional managers in organisations involved in sustainability strategy development and implementation, Human resources managers, Corporate social responsibility initiatives, Strategy, marketing, health, safety, and environment (HSE), risk management and governance.

Key Benefits
Participants will: Understand the rudiments of conducting social impact assessment and materiality analysis to gain insight into business risks and opportunities. Learn how to identify and engage host communities and other key stakeholders in creating shared value. Understand how to design a social impact mitigation plan as well as the…

The LBS Certificate Programme for Senior Retail Executives targets retail executives, public sector leaders in the retail sector, supermarket, ecommerce, pharmacy and shopping mall owners, heads and executive members of retail associations, team leaders responsible for determining the direction of the retail business, strategic planning and people development. This gives…

Who should attend:

Retail executives Owners of supermarkets and malls Executive members of retail organizations Public sector leaders in the retail sector

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, participants will: Understand strategic goal setting in retail business Understand people management and strategic planning in retail business

The LBS Certificate for Retail Manager is for retail managers, retail-facing (key account managers, commercial managers and sales executives) and non-retail facing (brand marketers, category managers, shopper marketers) professionals, public sector officials in the retail sector. By the end of this programme, participants can expect to improve their managerial abilities…

Who should attend:

Retail managers Key Account Managers Retail-facing managers Non-retail facing managers Public sector officials in the retail sector

Key Benefits
It offers retail managers an excellent opportunity to refine or elevate thier understanding of the African retail space.

The certificate course for retail practitioners has been assembled for beginners as well as relatively inexperienced retail professionals. Participants will learn career opportunities available to retailers, environment factors affecting retail on the continent, and even basic accounting practices concerning retail. By the end of the programme, participants should be well…

Who should attend:

Individuals interested in entering retail Individuals interested in building a career in retail Individuals at the early stage of their retail career

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, participants will: Understand the factors affecting retail business in Africa Learn the basic skills required to succeed in a retail business in Africa

Conflicts are inevitable in every human relationship. They are a natural feature of human communication that managers often have to deal with among their employees on a daily basis. Conflicts need not be seen as negative; however, if not resolved effectively, they can have devastating effects on employee morale,productivity,  and…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit: Human resource managers and line managers Project and team leads Other experienced professionals who find themselves in situations where they have to resolve conflicts among team members and other employees

Key Benefits
After the programme, participants will be able to: Understand and identify conflicts Understand the causes/sources of conflicts in their company Identify and understand their conflict management styles Develop conflict management skills Drive the resolution of conflicts among reports, team members, and colleagues

The complexity of today’s business environment elevates the critical place of effective communication and good interpersonal relationship in the workplace. In the face of economic uncertainties, a surge in the virtual aspect of business, an increase in the intricacy of expectations of stakeholders and competition styles, relationship management has drastically…

Who should attend:

The programme is aimed at: Managers, team leaders and supervisors who want to maximise their positive impact on others through effective interpersonal skills. Team leaders, and middle to senior-level functional managers in private and public sector organisations whose roles require an understanding of people and idiosyncrasies. Experts and specialists who…

Key Benefits
Participants will learn Tools and techniques of effective communication Competencies in Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Cultural Intelligence (CQ) Fundamentals of intrapersonal and interpersonal communication Relationship between Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and interpersonal relations How to build workplace relationships: 360° communication management How to manage interpersonal conflict Link between communication and influence…

The volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous business environment presents unique challenges for organisations that want to ensure longevity. Today, the preeminent factor in ensuring long-term business survival is leadership: decisive, accountable and strategic leadership; people with the ability to create and sustain engaging business climates for harnessing the thoughts and…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit: Middle level managers, Senior managers and Executive leaders in public, private and non-governmental organisations.

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be able to: Learn leadership behaviours that eventually become effective habits as well as skills that set you apart from people who can only describe such behaviour and skills Become someone who is able to influence others, inspire them to release discretionary…

An increasingly dynamic world is a world of growing pressure on every organisation and its members. Ironically, more than ever before, it is also a world where organisational members are required to bring in their best selves to the workplace. The gap between the organisation’s expectations of its staff and…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed for team leads, middle to senior managers, and anyone that has responsibility for achieving organisational objectives through people.

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be able to: Appreciate the connection between coaching and performance Apply the relevant tools and techniques to facilitate your team’s development Engender trusting relationships with your team members Delegate responsibilities more confidently

Negotiation is a pervasive activity that permeates all spheres of human endeavour. Particularly, within the realms of international relations, labour management relations, international and domestic trade, equipment sourcing, peacemaking with host communities, marketing of organisational products/services and the development of various forms of strategic alliances etc.; negotiation becomes a compulsory…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit Material/Equipment Procurement Officers. Trade Union officers. HR managers that negotiate with unions. Public relations officers that have the responsibility of resolving external organisational conflicts. Lawyers Marketing/Sales personnel. Negotiators with banks. Others that are often engaged in varied forms of negotiation.

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be able to: Provide a conceptual and strategic framework in preparing for different negotiation encounters. Navigate the psychology of negotiation. Hone your communication skills during negotiation. Present a lucid understanding of the negotiation process Shed light on all forms of negotiation styles…

Globalisation, economic uncertainty, stiff competition and the general complexities of today’s business are compelling CEOs to depend on inter-disciplinary diversity-based strategic thinking for organisational success. Consequently, teamwork has become an indispensable organisational tool for developing and managing strategies required to successfully tackle today’s global challenges. Teaming behaviours exhibited at the…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit CEOs and direct reports to CEOs of large organisations as well as mid-sized organisations experiencing a growth surge. It is highly recommended that CEOs attend with their reports create the initial bonding that will be continued on after the seminar.

Key Benefits
Participants on this programme will learn: Concepts and frameworks that will help to align and integrate their organisation’s teamwork practices with competitive strategy. Be able to translate, align, and integrate their firm’s competitive, customer, and shareholder requirements into organisation-wide teamwork practices. Read and interpret environmental indicators and how to adapt…

Women have become a dominant force in the workplace. Despite different challenges, many are rising to top management positions in the private and public sectors of the economy. Some have successfully broken the glass ceiling and others are aspiring to do so. As leaders, women have the responsibility to drive…

Who should attend:

The programme is targeted towards: Women in senior management positions Women in top management positions in medium-sized businesses Professionals, consultants and owner-managers

Key Benefits
Participants on this programme will: 1. Have a better understanding of the people they work with so as to get more from them 2. Understand their leadership styles and how to be better 3. Become more responsible leaders 4. Harness their feminine skills for more effective leadership 5. Acquire more emotional…

Logistics and supply chain management has been described as the planning and coordination of the activities necessary to achieve the desired levels of service at the lowest possible cost. The seminar explores key managerial tasks that should be coordinated and controlled to achieve an efficient and effective logistics and supply…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit: Logistics and supply chain managers, material management managers and those who are relatively new to the profession. Also, the programme will cater to those in public sector logistics.

Key Benefits
Participants on this programme will acquire and internalise the skills and tools necessary to efficiently and effectively manage their organisation’s logistics and supply chain and especially during difficult times.

Amidst incidents of unending global disruption, organisations are contending with the challenges of driving incremental improvement in their value chains. Sustenance of efficiency and productivity is becoming a significant challenge for most organisations. Leadership and senior managerial cadres need help to deliver value to important business stakeholders in a highly…

Who should attend:

This programme is designed for : Managers, leaders, and supervisors responsible for driving operational excellence and supply chain in their organisations.

Key Benefits
At the end of the programme, you will have the ability to: • Use operational excellence (OE) principles & methods in driving efficiency for a competitive advantage. • Identify and eliminate key losses/waste buckets in improving organisational profitability and value delivery. • Leverage OE principles and tools to simplify work…

The world is ‘full’ of operations, some more visible, others less so. In all organisations (private companies, NGOs, and public sector), operations must be managed. Even the units/ departments within these organisations must also manage their operations, whether it is about sales, or even report writing in administration units and…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit all executives with the responsibility of managing operations in manufacturing companies, NGOs, service companies including hospitals, Insurance, banking and finance and transport sectors.

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be able to: Acquire and apply analytical capability to manage any form of operations. Develop skills and competencies to optimize organisation’s resources and achieve key targets.

Typically, many businesses in Nigeria have always encouraged reactive procurement management which hurts corporate governance and profitability. The consequence of poor procurement management manifests in extensive delay, high cost and abandoned projects. Also, in most sectors of our economy, contract expenditures are in excess of 50% of company revenue and…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit: Procurement/Contracting Managers, Supply chain and administrative managers of banks and public sector companies

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be able to: Learn the skills and tools for efficient/effective procurement management Apply the skills/tools to improve your organisation’s procurement Learn to apply specific skills in different contexts.

In today’s global and dynamic business environment, the need to quickly deliver on new business initiatives is becoming a critical competitive success factor. Increasingly, organisations are using projects to introduce new products and innovations to the business environment. Hence, effectively managing projects, tight schedules and budget is becoming an important…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit: Project managers and programme coordinators Executives, senior managers, project engineers in telecommunications, IT, and manufacturing firms Managers and executives who are responsible for sponsoring, evaluating or monitoring projects in the service sector (banks, insurance, healthcare, etc.) Partners and senior associates in architectural and engineering firms

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be have a sound knowledge of the following: Project evaluation and selection Understanding of the strategic role of projects Organisational concepts for projects Project planning and scheduling Cost estimation and budgeting Resource management Stakeholder management Risk management Procurement and contract administration Project…

The need to develop effective business performance improvement strategies has never been greater in Nigeria than it is today. The economy is growing slowly, and it is characterised by high cost of funds, materials, and services. Companies in all sectors are therefore seeking new ways to improve their financial performance,…

Who should attend:

This programme is specially designed for Senior Executives of organisations with responsibilities for business process/quality improvement.

Key Benefits
Participants will learn different practical approaches and methods for improving the performance of their business process towards achieving corporate goals.

Managing and leading the sales force has become a major challenge as Nigeria moves from an allocation economy to a full supply one. In review of the present economic situation, the sales job is a lot more complex and challenging. Changes in buying and selling behaviours will be discussed as…

Who should attend:

Brand managers in FMCGs and services Relationship managers, marketing managers and market research managers Business development managers Product or brand managers Regional sales managers Customer relationship/Key account managers. Industry: FMCG, Telecommunications, Banking, Retail

Key Benefits
Participants will learn how to: Use a more accurate tool for judging sales and marketing potential Use best sales planning, practices, operations and sales enablement Retaining key sales producers Use technology and tools for managing productivity Develop the right route to sales and market strategy Increase team motivation, integration, accountability,…

“Your brand is what people say about you when you are not in the room”, Jeff Bezos, Founder of Amazon. It is, therefore, important that what is said about you is the true reflection of who you are and how you would like to be perceived. Personal branding is the…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit: Business owners with a personal brand linked to their companies Top management with a personal image related to their company position Professionals who want to build their strengths and construct their image inside and outside their business environment Employees with high potential for managerial…

Key Benefits
After the programme, you will be able to: Strategically leverage your own strengths and unique assets to attract your audience Define your Mission, Personal Goals & Objectives Become more visible in the Marketplace Communicate effectively Identify your target audience Build your brand online Develop/improve your networking skills and make the…

The program is designed to provide experienced managers with strategic, marketing or commercial responsibilities – with new marketing concepts and a framework for winning in tough markets: Boost your strategic thinking about the strategic marketing in an economic recession and understand how to create and capture more value Gain insights…

Who should attend:

Strategic Marketing in Action is for mid-level and senior managers with strategic, marketing or commercial responsibilities. Participants generally have at least 10 years of work experience in marketing or other fields in a firm that serves end-consumers, retailers, industrial buyers, governments, NGOs or other stakeholders

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, participants will be able to: Analyse and understand customer engagement strategies especially during a challenging economic period Analyse a variety of marketing management challenges in a recession and discuss the strategic responses to these challenges  Underscore the numerous market penetration strategies adoptable in a…

Guided by senior members of LBS’ marketing faculty — experts in business-to-business marketing — you will gain exposure to their leading-edge thinking on successful business practices and explore the fundamentals and best practices of B2B marketing strategy in depth. Highly interactive and focused on practical application, this programme teaches you…

Who should attend:

Managers who are responsible for brands and want to refine their skills Marketers looking to develop their capabilities in brand building Leaders hoping to elevate the role of branding in their organization

Key Benefits
At the end of the programme, you will have the ability to Understand why brands matter so much and how they boost sales and create value Appreciate why building a strong brand is such a challenge Learn how to craft distinctive brand positioning and then create a brand experience by…

In the current marketing environment, the greatest opportunity lies in analytics-enabled marketing. Today’s marketing managers are expected to use data to make better marketing decisions from promotion strategy to campaign optimisation and pricing improvements. To generate actionable insight, they rely on a vast array of tools and technologies from providers…

Who should attend:

Mid-level managers at large and mid-size companies who are responsible for connecting marketing analytic insights and business actions Executives and entrepreneurs from organisations tasked with making data-driven marketing decisions Product management, brand management, sales and strategic professionals

Key Benefits
Upon completion of this programme, participants will: Gain foundational understanding of analytics that drive business outcomes and marketing return on investment Understand the marketing decision process and frameworks for segmenting your business market Improve B2B marketing strategy analytical skills Learn customer value models tailored to their marketplace Understand and appreciate…

Key Account Management (KAM) is an innovative approach used by business-to-business suppliers to manage customer relationships; however, it can end up a massive flop if not effectively implemented. This programme is designed to provide a conceptual framework for implementing a strategic KAM to help build and manage relationships

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit: Experienced salespeople charged with growing their company’s largest account, including: Key Account Managers Customer Relationship Managers Sales Executives Business Development Managers

Key Benefits
Participants on the programme will gain knowledge to: Increase depth within key accounts Develop a strategic perspective on sales and customer relationships Optimise strategic account sales team Recognise and overcome pressure tactics Understand what drives strategic account decisions Create and implement an action plan that will increase chances of success…

Organisations are facing a distorted and rapidly changing marketplace – competitive scenario, customers, socioeconomics. COVID-19 has exacerbated this. Many are approaching the situation with the same traditional transactional selling models, while some are quickly transforming their approach, in both instances, the result has remained mixed and generally underwhelming. This programme…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit: Organisations in products and services industries with a large Sales organisation Mid to top-level Sales professionals in B2C and B2B SME business owners who desire to understand how to build a professional Selling structure. Employees in Sales with high potential for managerial and leadership…

Key Benefits
After the programme, you will be able to: Assess the agility of your Selling Strategy and understand changing customer behaviour and disruptions to operations Review and Remodel your organisation’s Route to Market e.g. Assess, strengthen existing and find new, relevant channels – E-commerce Appreciate ways to enhance the productivity of…

Effective understanding and management of the marketing function is critical to business success. By exploring the critical tools of contemporary marketing management such as managerial orientations in marketing, new developments in the marketing mix, brand cum line extension, key account management strategies and so on, this program equips you to…

Who should attend:

Sales Executives, Marketing and Business Development executives.

Key Benefits
This comprehensive programme introduces new and old marketing operatives with limited understanding of the marketing function to marketing management. The programme integrates all aspects of marketing that appear disparate into a cohesive function. Additionally, the programme delivers a systems-thinking approach that allows managers to better align marketing efforts with business…

In 2014, a Boston Consulting Group interview of CEOs worldwide proved that talent management would be the number one business priority in the next 10 years employee engagement was second and was followed by leadership. Details of this survey and how to meet these priorities demand an enhanced role for…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit HR professionals who need to further develop skills required to create the context for superior performance in their organisations Managers and professionals seeking a career in HR, or who need generalist knowledge of the practice of people management.

Key Benefits
The primary objective of this programme is to equip participants with the knowledge of human resource management principles, practices and processes that can add value to their organisations.

In a constantly changing, knowledge-based and conflict-prone national and global economy, managing employer-employee relations is critical on many levels. Getting the best out of human capital is equally critical to value creation and winning against competition. Society is becoming more conscious of legal rights while regulations and legal tripwires are…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit the following groups: In-house counsels Heads of legal departments Practicing lawyers Senior corporate counsel and advisers HR, Industrial and Employee Relations Managers Company Secretaries

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be able to: Develop proactive labour and employment practices and policies Negotiate agreements with organised labor and employee groups Ensure compliance with established and emerging labour and employment laws Practicalize advanced defense strategies for winning employment litigation Internal resolution of disputes, whenever…

For a long time, the HR function had to struggle to get a seat in the boardroom of their organisations. Today, the issue is different. Now that the HR function has a seat, the question is “What does HR bring into the room and what should HR bring”? Related to…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit: Senior HR Executives at C-Suite level in private sector companies from a diverse range of industries and ownership structures as well as their public sector counterparts.

Key Benefits
After the programme, you will be able to have: A deep understanding of contemporary economic, social and business issues and their interdependencies An appreciation of how these are playing out in different organisations; what is working and what is not The implications of these for the HR professional and the…

In a rapidly changing and increasingly complex world, in which new opportunities and risks intertwine, and the likely outcomes of key decisions highly are more unpredictable and more uncertain, business leaders and managers often struggle to understand how/when to make business and strategic decisions that are not only important for…

Who should attend:

Top business executives, senior managers, entrepreneurs, founders, and leaders interested in future-proofing their domains and positioning the organizations they lead for future relevance Key decision makers across levels interested in learning how to identify drivers of the future and use strategic foresight tools for effective and futures-relevant decision making Middle…

Key Benefits
The overall objective is to help business executives, senior managers and leaders to develop strategic foresight capabilities and understand how to use strategic foresight tools and methods for better and systematic anticipation, strategic planning, consistent innovation, and for future-proofing their domains. Other objectives will be to: Introduce participants to the…

In light of the recent socio-economic challenges facing Nigeria, businesses and business leaders in different sectors of the economy have been put under pressure to deliver shareholder value, business sustainability, and drive organisational growth. The resultant effect of this is that financial targets were missed and some organisations were unable…

Who should attend:

Chief Executive Officers Executive Directors Top Business Leaders​

Key Benefits
Participants will learn to: Spot opportunities and threats their businesses face Make informed strategic decisions based on data and insights on the economy Review business models and mode of operation in light of the environmental realities Revisit corporate culture and its adequacy in light of the prevailing business environment Create…

At the heart of every decision is the desire to solve a problem, whether defined in terms of a deficiency or an opportunity. Executives and leaders generally, are made or broken by the decisions / choices they make or fail to make. A World Economic Forum article (2016) on the…

Who should attend:

The Problem Solving and Decision Making programme is designed for senior managers / leaders with varying levels of decision-making responsibilities. Participants will generally have considerable work experience in any field and will have come to a point where they realise the need to hone their problem solving and decision-making skills.…

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, participants would have: Developed a strategy for handling complex problem situations Learned how to handle / use information correctly Learned to handle cognitive limitations that plague the decision-making process Learned to think according to defined parameters and frameworks that aid optimal decision making Honed…

Many organisations, businesses and not-for-profits are facing challenges relating with multi-level governments in an emerging democracy such as Nigeria’s, more-so, given the relative lack of experience in constitutional government and continuity in policies and personnel. There are new legal requirements that now have to be followed, and ethical challenges in…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit the following groups: Government Relations Managers Corporate Affairs Managers Communications Managers Marketing Managers Public Relations Advisers, Managers Heads of NGOs and their government facing officers

Key Benefits
Participants on this programme will learn to: Develop relationship management and reputation management skills Understand and implement strategic government relations management and communication planning Understand the changes in the legal environment Develop a consultation, lobbying and issues management plan with a media communications component Understand, plan g and manage legislative…

In today’s complex business environment characterised by pervasive economic uncertainty, organisations are constantly seeking to develop and execute a winning strategy. Most forward-looking organisations, realising that distinctive human resources are critical in orchestrating a winning performance, now place more attention on aligning their human resource function with their strategic business…

Who should attend:

This programme is beneficial to line managers, technical specialists and other professionals in private and public sector organisations, who want to enhance the performance of their people.

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be able to: Gain practical concepts and frameworks that will help to align your people management practices with your firm’s competitive strategy. Understand how to implement change and drive business performance by achieving outstanding results through people.

In today’s competitive business environment, organisations must build a pipeline of top performers ready to assume managerial positions at short notice. These top performers must be adequately equipped with the business knowledge and skills necessary for such higher responsibilities. The programme aims to impart these general management skills and values…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit three key groups: New Managers Inexperienced Managers Upcoming Managers

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be able to: Understand and appreciate your managerial responsibilities to quickly step up and transition into new role as a manager Establish credibility and effective work styles required to be effective in today’s rapidly transforming workplace Possess the skills required to build…

Project Finance is a highly technical and complex field that has evolved with PPPs, especially as a limited-recourse facility. As a rapidly developing field of practice in connection with the rolling out of PPPs in Nigeria, there has been established a grave need for updating of the skills of investment…

Who should attend:

Some of the individuals and groups that may find learning about project finance beneficial include: Investment bankers: Investment bankers involved in project finance transactions will benefit from learning about the various financial structures and techniques used in these transactions. Corporate finance professionals: Corporate finance professionals in industries such as energy…

Key Benefits
Here are some of the learning outcomes for Project Finance Modeling course Understanding key financial metrics: Participants will learn how to analyze financial statements and understand the key metrics used in project finance modeling. Project Cash Flow Analysis: Participants will learn how to create and analyze cash flow projections for…

Whether an organisation is for profit or not-for-profit; or, it is pursuing a single or triple-bottom line agenda, a common driver of success on a sustainable basis is an effective and efficient cost management system. Cost is said to be a reflection of the choices we make. This programme offers…

Who should attend:

This seminar is ideally suited to those involved in contract negotiations as well as those responsible for improving their organisations’ operational results. Sales and marketing personnel will also benefit by understanding their costs and providing better solutions to key customers.

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be able to: Understand the linkage between your business strategy and cost management strategy Obtain, understand and apply a set of cost management tools Gain an understanding of the cost structure of the goods and services procured Distinguish between price and cost…

This is a detailed financial modeling programme that seeks to equip participants with practical knowledge and skills in modeling financial statements, enterprise valuation, M & A (Accretion/Dilution) using DCF enabled by Excel. With a hand-holding approach, participants will build models from  scratch. This will be achieved with real case studies,…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit Investment Bankers, Equity Research Associates, Business Development Analysts, Asset & Hedge Fund Managers, Accounting/Treasury/Corporate Finance Professionals and anyone seeking to improve their financial and valuation modeling skill set.

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be honed with the: Knowledge of Microsoft Excel used in financial modeling Knowledge and skills in modeling financial statement, business and enterprise valuation, and Merger & Acquisition (Accretion/Dilution) Understanding and learning of the conceptual underpinnings of the valuation framework followed by step-by-step…

This short course seeks to explain the link between an organisation’s budget and its strategic plan, advise managers of the overall organisational goal, project organisational and department-specific volumes, recognise the relationship between volume, revenue and expenses, and set organisational and department-specific budgetary goals using peer benchmarks.

Who should attend:

Managers, Executives and Company Directors/Owners without accounting/finance skill or knowledge but keen on translating their strategies into financials

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be honed with the: Knowledge of the common accounting tools companies use for planning and controlling what to do for customer satisfaction and marketplace success. Provision of a measure of the financial results a company expects from its planned activities. Ability to…

Every senior executive and manager require the skills necessary to make informed financial decisions to deliver value in their organisations. This programme focuses on the responsibilities of the non-finance and non-accounting senior executive for finance and financial accounting, reporting and analysis including cost reports and information, cost analysis and cost…

Who should attend:

This programme is designed to benefit: Senior executives, company directors, owner-managers, senior executives/managers and other professionals without accounting and finance knowledge or skills, who need to make informed use of corporate financial statements and managerial accounting reports or information as well as business finance decisions.

Key Benefits
Through this course, participants will gain knowledge and skills to read, understand, and prepare and use financial statements and other financial information and reports, both for reporting to investors and for internal use by executives in management decision making, planning, controlling and evaluating the business performance.

The need to rethink the strategic role of the board is more pertinent now than ever. COVID-19, new CAMA 2021, cyber-attacks, declining revenues and profit, inflation, unemployment, migration and many other factors have contributed to the risks businesses face. However, even with the rapidly increasing challenges, the varied interests of…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit: Current and aspiring Executive Directors of private, public and not-for-profit firms Current and aspiring Non-executive Directors and Independent Non-Executive Directors of private, public and not-for-profit firms Directors and Senior Managers of regulatory agencies Directors and Senior Managers of professional associations

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will have a: Detailed understanding of key economic trends, market insights and business challenges in Nigeria/Africa. Robust examination and understanding of the responsibilities, board structures, committees and challenges of being a director Good examination and understanding of the CAMA 2021 act and the implications…

Family businesses are crucial to the economy, wealth creation, and employment in emerging economies. Despite this, the survival rate of family businesses beyond the founding generation is alarmingly low, with less than 30% of family businesses surviving the second generation and less than 10% surviving to the third generation in…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit the following leaders: Owner managers Spouses and offsprings of founders of family businesses Top management of family businesses Financiers/suppliers of family businesses Professional advisors of family businesses (including consultants, accountants, lawyers, public relation practitioners etc.

Key Benefits
After the programme, you will be able to: Articulate the family business model and how to leverage the unique strengths of family businesses to achieve superior performances and healthy family relationships Develop the key elements of institution building, governance/strategy and the need/steps to professionalize the management and board of the…

Enron and other local and international corporate scandals, financial collapse and attacks on corporate reputation could have been averted with proactive and best practice legal risk management. Calamitous legal and reputational penalties to companies, directors, and officers, as well as external advisers would never have eventuated.  Legal risk is now…

Who should attend:

The programme with benefit the following groups: In-house counsel Heads of legal departments Compliance officers and managers Risk officers and managers Senior corporate counsel and advisers Compliance officers Company secretaries

Key Benefits
On this programme, participants will learn how to: Design, install and implement a compliance management framework for their organisation Improve the organisation’s legal compliance Deal with the risk of corporate criminal liability in the organisation Install an effective system of legal audit Reduce legal costs and risk of damages Assist…

With the current global and local business challenges such as rising cost of doing business, policy uncertainty and unpredictability, liquidity problems, rising unemployment, poverty and Covid 19 pandemic, the need for a re-think of business strategies and effective management of business problems to achieve sustainable profitability, growth and performance cannot be…

Who should attend:

Board of Directors Executive Management Teams Advisory Boards

Key Benefits
At the end of the programme, participants will achieve a better understanding of the need and importance of effective corporate governance and then the pertinent responsibility of the board/senior management in enthroning a robust and effective corporate governance through: Detailed understanding of the key economic trends, business risks and the…

If you can borrow, why build or buy? More than ever in today’s climate, where uncertainty, disruptions and accelerating competition bring a need for dynamic organisations, alliances are a smarter, swifter, more reactive and a more economical way to pursue strategic opportunities, maximise inherent synergies and gain competitive advantages. Although…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit: Senior line managers and executives directly involved in running collaborative efforts and making the key decisions surrounding alliances and partnerships Executives involved in cross-company collaborations on a day-to-day basis and who are directly responsible for their outcome are likely to benefit most Board members responsible for…

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will be able to: Understand the contribution alliances can make in developing and implementing your strategy Learn to design effective alliances. Acquire specific frameworks in partner selection, network development and alliance design Gain insights for bridging and leveraging cultural differences across organisations. Build…

We are reeling from the disruptive effect of COVID-19. The world will no longer be the same, but what will this new world look like? While it is impossible to predict, we can develop different scenarios. In this seminar, you will gain skills and competence to design scenarios for long…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit C-level managers and other senior managers involved in strategy development and planning.

Key Benefits
At the end of the course, you would have acquired skills to enable you to develop scenarios for more effective long range planning

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly disrupted the world, as we have always known it. Businesses have been forced to go through rapid transformations just to remain afloat. The disruption has forced businesses to go back to asking core questions on why they exist, who they are built to serve, and…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit: Executives that cut across different public and private sector organisations C-level managers and other senior managers involved in strategy formulation and execution

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will: Be able to review your strategies and build new strategic plans. You will also change your targets and revise your assumptions Be able to roll-out new execution plans in line with the challenges that occur   during mass disruptions

In a highly competitive market, businesses need to find new revenue streams, build on existing ones. Given the current economic climate in the country, businesses need to understand how to innovate in processes to streamline cost. This programme offers participants knowledge about identifying and implementing innovative ideas, locating, developing, defining,…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit: Directors of business development, Business development managers, Innovation managers, Sales Directors and Marketing Directors. Medium and small scale business owners who wish to expand their businesses. Positions held by recent participants: Innovation Manager, Marketing and Sales Director, Global Marketing Manager, Business Development Director, Product or Service…

Key Benefits
At the end of the programme, you will understand: How to build innovation and growth strategies based on an understanding of the current market environment characterised by declining revenues and turbulent changes The rudimentary of innovation in products, services and processes for new and existing markets How to retain existing…

As the world struggles to recover from a historic downturn, the competitive landscape is becoming more heated. Nigeria and other sub-Saharan economies are growing and becoming more attractive, such that local players are increasingly being thrust upon the global stage. Local and regional companies are no longer insulated from global…

Who should attend:

This programme will benefit: Top-level managers with responsibilities for formulating or reviewing strategy for firms, divisions, businesses, product lines, or brands. It will be especially beneficial to top-level managers in innovative or fast-changing industries or sectors.

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will learn to: Deconstruct industries to find the best position within them Determine the drivers of industry profitability Map the loci of current and future profit flows in the value chain Formulate or review a strategic plan

Many companies struggle to translate strategy into results. They lack the tools to implement strategy in turbulent and emerging markets characterised by uncertainties. This three-day programme introduces a framework that enables participants appreciate the different drivers of execution and how they interact. Before the programme, each participant is to complete…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit managers who are new to implementing strategy, moving into a more challenging implementation role or simply looking for new ideas to try where others have failed. Executives with accountability for outcome and direct control of significant resources (budgets and groups of people), typically general…

Key Benefits
Develop a tailored implementation plan to execute strategic objectives Acquire skills needed to navigate volatile markets Strengthen communication and leadership skills in a diverse group of peers and gain the confidence to translate strategy into results Owners and managers of sports business outfits

Many companies struggle to translate strategy into results. They lack the tools to implement strategy in turbulent and emerging markets characterised by uncertainties. This three-day programme introduces a framework that enables participants appreciate the different drivers of execution and how they interact. Before the programme, each participant is to complete…

Who should attend:

The programme is designed to benefit managers who are new to implementing strategy, moving into a more challenging implementation role or simply looking for new ideas to try where others have failed. Executives with accountability for outcome and direct control of significant resources (budgets and groups of people), typically general…

Key Benefits
Develop a tailored implementation plan to execute strategic objectives Acquire skills needed to navigate volatile markets Strengthen communication and leadership skills in a diverse group of peers and gain the confidence to translate strategy into results Owners and managers of sports business outfits

Blue Ocean Strategy offers participants a new perspective on strategy formulation and execution. They will immerse themselves in Blue Ocean Strategy concepts, tools and frameworks, and start to create ‘blue oceans’ of uncontested market space to help make the competition irrelevant. They will also gain key insights on how these…

Who should attend:

This seminar is designed specifically for top-level managers with responsibilities for formulating or reviewing strategy for firms, divisions, businesses, product lines, or brands. It will be especially beneficial to top-level managers in innovative or fast-changing industries or sectors.

Key Benefits
At the end of this programme, you will: Acquire an in-depth understanding of Blue Ocean Strategy tools and concepts Learn to engage colleagues in a Blue Ocean Strategy process Start developing a Blue Ocean Strategy for their organisation in order to break away from the competition through ‘Value Innovation’, the…
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