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Professional certification, customised programmes and on-job training — delivered in person in Kigali or in-house with your team.
Professional Certification
Internationally recognised credentials from PMI and PECB, taught by an Authorised Training Partner.
Project management professional (PMP) certification by PMI
The Project management professional (PMP) course is designed by project management experts, for project management professionals covering the widely used Predictive, Agile and Hybrid approaches to project management. It equips participants with skills to effectively initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and control and close projects according to best practices and in a manner that supports organizational change. The Project Management Professional (PMP) course content below is according to the latest PMP Course outline (ECO) released in January 2023 by the Project Management Institute:
6 modules · View syllabus →PMI-ACP®Agile Certified Practitioner Certificate (ACP)
The use of agile as an approach to managing projects has been increasing dramatically over the last several years. PMI predicts that by the end of 2025, agile development methods will be used on 80% of all projects especially in the IT sector. Furthermore, research demonstrates the value that agile can have in decreasing product defects, improving team productivity, and increasing delivery of business value .
7 modules · View syllabus →PMI-PBA®Professional Business Analysis(PBA)
Business analysis has become a competency of critical importance to many organizations. Inaccurate requirements gathering consistently ranks in the top three causes of project failure, yet only half of organizations have qualified human resources in place to perform this function properly, according to PMI’s Pulse of the Profession® research. The course covers the following domains:
5 modules · View syllabus →PMI-RMP®PMI Risk Management Professional PMI-RMP®
The PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)® credential certifies expertise in proactively managing project risks across all phases – from strategy and planning, to identification, analysis, response planning, and monitoring/control. This course comprehensively covers the five PMI-RMP Examination Content Outline domains, equipping learners with best practices for integrating risk management principles throughout the project lifecycle. Key concepts include developing risk management plans, conducting risk identification and analysis, implementing risk responses, and continuously evaluating project risk exposure to increase stakeholder confidence and achieve successful outcomes.
5 modules · View syllabus →PECBGDPR (PECB)
This GDPR training program, aligned with PECB certification standards, equips participants with practical, hands-on skills in personal data protection and compliance. Delivered over 5 half days (8am to 1pm), the course covers core data protection concepts, DPO designation and compliance program analysis, Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA), and compliance program assurance, concluding with a certification exam and issuance of certificates.
5 modules · View syllabus →Customized Training
Programmes shaped around your organisation’s own objectives, delivered in-house or in-person.
Project Finance
An overall view of the concepts and approach used in structuring and arranging project finance transactions for major infrastructure schemes in the Africa and overseas.
10 modules · View syllabus →Leadership Training
Leadership Training to prepare and develop individuals who are transitioning into leadership roles.
5 modules · View syllabus →Data Analysis
As the world becomes more data driven, future-focused leaders need to develop the quantitative skills to inform corporate decision-making and managerial strategy. The course in its 2-levels equips participants with the knowledge and practical tools to understand, interpret, and communicate data relevant to their roles and organization. They then develop an understanding of how data-driven models can improve your ability to make decisions in a fast-paced world.
10 modules · View syllabus →On-Job Training
Practical, hands-on training that builds capability while your teams keep delivering.
Fundamentals of Project Management
Individuals who undergo the training are equipped with the practical skills and applicable tools to lead projects from ideation stage, through planning, execution, monitoring and control and closure to achieve the project objectives and create value for organizations. It also covers the agile methodology – introducing participants to developing product roadmaps, prioritization methods for a product backlog, managing/executing work through SCRUM and kanban practices, and measuring value delivery through agile reporting.
11 modules · View syllabus →Microsoft Project Training
Our comprehensive Microsoft Project Certificate course at IREC provides a thorough understanding of the key features and functions of Microsoft Project, the industry-leading project management software. The course is designed for individuals and teams looking to improve their project management skills and boost productivity. Throughout the course, professionals will engage in hands-on activities and exercises that provide practical experience using Microsoft Project.
7 modules · View syllabus →Team Building
Individuals who are team players make up high-performing teams. Organizations achieve efficient teamwork when team members understand each other well. By taking this course on team building, Individuals learn how to overcome barriers within their team, understand and respect colleagues’ perspectives, and become effective team players.
8 modules · View syllabus →