iDevPro Postgraduate College

Professional Education • Training • Lifelong Learning

iDevPro-Africa Postgraduate College

Professional learning for leaders shaping Africa's future.

The College of Global Health, Leadership and International Development Studies delivers focused learning for students, researchers, working professionals and organisations.

Our approach combines short, intensive learning with academic pathways, practical skills, mentoring, research and flexible access through onsite, online and distance learning.

Who we serve

Professionals, academics, students, researchers, public and private-sector organisations, civil society and NGOs.

How you learn

Masterclasses, certificates, diplomas, foundation learning, digital resources and practice-based development education.

Learning areas

A broad catalogue for development practice.

Global health

Health systems, epidemiology, nutrition, health economics, infection prevention, health policy, research ethics and community health.

Leadership & development

NGO work, project management, development finance, CSO management, youth leadership, innovation, team building and international development.

Research & data

Operational research, information systems, statistics, implementation science, monitoring, evaluation, learning and quality management.

Communication & society

Report and proposal writing, public speaking, advocacy, social behaviour change, media, technology, entrepreneurship, human rights and inclusion.

Academic pathways

From first foundations to professional progression.

The College supports learners at different stages, with routes for foundation studies, certificate programmes, professional diplomas, higher diplomas and postgraduate learning.

  • Foundation and remedial studies: learning techniques, examination preparation and development fundamentals.
  • Professional certificate and masterclass programmes in specialised development fields.
  • Diploma and higher diploma programmes in global health, leadership, technology, theatre arts and community development.
  • Digital and physical libraries, mentoring, career guidance and practical experience exchange.
  • Application fee: NGN 15,000; current registration fees, course duration and availability are confirmed in the admission process.
Professional Education

Learning that advances professional practice.

The iDevPro-Africa Postgraduate College of Global Health, Leadership and International Development Studies provides focused professional learning for students, researchers and working professionals.

Flexible Learning

Courses are designed for onsite, online and distance learning, with options tailored to professional and organisational learning needs.

Learning Opportunities

Programmes built for career progression

Professional Training

Master classes and short courses in leadership, international development and project management.

Certificate Programmes

Professional certificate programmes across global health, research, communication and development practice.

Advanced Programmes

Foundation, diploma and advanced programmes in global health, leadership and development studies.

Study Resources

Digital learning, e-library resources, mentoring and career guidance for continuing growth.

Areas of study

Learning for real-world development practice

Our professional learning focus brings together the fields that shape effective leadership, health and sustainable development.

Global Health

Public health, health systems, nutrition and programmes that improve population wellbeing.

Leadership & Development

Leadership, international development, governance and management for public, private and civil-society settings.

Applied Research

Operational research, implementation science, monitoring, evaluation and evidence use.

Communication & Management

Development communication, media, social sciences, management and technology-related learning.

Short Courses & Masterclasses

Focused learning opportunities for professionals seeking practical, current skills.

Academic Pathways

Certificate, diploma, advanced and postgraduate learning routes for career progression.

Learner Support

Digital and physical learning resources, mentoring, academic support and career guidance.

Programme catalogue

Professional courses and academic programmes

Explore the professional, foundation, diploma and advanced learning areas below. Course availability, duration and entry requirements should be confirmed with the College before applying.

  • Understanding Africa and Global Development Challenges
  • Understanding Basics of Human Brain and Learning Techniques
  • Understanding Sustainable Development Goals and Accelerating Progress of the SDGs
  • Basic foundation, practical and theoretical examination-answering methodology
  • Learning techniques and WAEC, NECO and JAMB remedial studies (iDevPro-REMS)

  • Foundation for NGO Work and Project Management for Beginners
  • Leadership and International Development Studies
  • Development Finance and Administration
  • Community Management of CSOs Implementing Projects
  • Principles and Methods of Community Development for Volunteers
  • Functions and Mandate of UN, INGOs and Development Banks
  • International Young Leaders Program
  • Leading, Innovation and Change for Development
  • Group Dynamics and Team Building for Development Professionals

  • Bio-security and Bio-safety for Laboratory Scientists
  • Pharmacognosy and Fundamentals of Complementary Medicine
  • Health Economic Evaluations in Global Health
  • Standardisation and Hygienic Handling of African Medicinal Plants
  • Fundamentals of Medical Laboratory Science and Microbiology for Beginners
  • Handling Essential Medicines for Chemists and Drug Store Operators
  • Fundamentals of Infection Prevention and Control During Pandemics
  • Sexual, Reproductive and Family Health and Contraceptives for African Women
  • International Health Care Management; Project Management in Global Health; Basics of Nutrition Intervention in Africa; Community-Based Disaster Management; Global Health Policy and Strategy Development

  • Operational Research Skills for Development Professionals (RS4D)
  • District Health Information System 2 for Development (DHIS4D)
  • Management Information Systems for Development (MIS4D)
  • Statistical Packages for Social Services for Development (SPSS4D)
  • Implementation Science and Applied Research Development (ISAR4D)
  • Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for Development Projects (MEAL4D)
  • Health and Social Research Ethics for Development (HASRE4D)
  • Quality Management System for Sustainable Development (QMS)

  • Report Writing and Interview Skills; Advanced CV and Proposal Writing; Public Speaking, TED Talk, Speech and Presentation Skills
  • Development Models, Theories and Methods; Social Behaviour Change Communication; Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Community Mobilisation and Demand Generation; Human Resources Management; Innovation in Science and Technology for Development
  • Geographic Information System and Remote Sensing; Diffusion of Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Development Journalism; Media and Public Relations; Computer/Digital Networking; Oracle Skills; Mobile Application Development

  • Countering Violent Extremism; Terrorism, Conflict, Peace, Security and Development
  • Emotional Intelligence and Organisational Psychology; Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship; SME Development; Marketing, Packaging and Advertisement
  • Start-ups and Business Development; Creativity in Entrepreneurship; Business Management; Medical Sociology and Social Work; International Relations and Diplomacy; Community Policing
  • Arabic, English, French, Swahili, Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba; African Cultures and Tourism; Islamic and Qur'anic Studies; Comparative Religion; Religious Conflict Resolution
  • Fundamentals of Human Rights; Gender Equity and Equality; Natural Resource Management and Land Rights; End-of-Life Care; Law and Human Rights for Development

  • Global Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases; Global Environmental Health; Global Community Health; Epidemiology in Global Health
  • Global Health Education, Communication and Promotion; Health Records and Information Management; Public Health Law; Nutrition, Food Hygiene and Catering Services
  • Practical Film Making; Screen Film Acting; Documentary Film Making; Ethical Film Making; Script Writing, Directing and Producing
  • Basic Computer Appreciation; Elementary Coding; Website Development; Microsoft Office; Graphic Design and Content Creativity
  • Leadership and Strategic Studies; Banking and Finance; International Youth Leadership; Leadership, Social Work and Community Development; Business Management and Administration

We provide onsite, online and distance-learning options, an e-library, hard-copy library, mentoring, career guidance and practical exchange and volunteer placement opportunities.

Application fee: postgraduate and undergraduate application form fee: NGN 15,000. Registration fees, course duration and admission requirements are provided in the admission letter.

Please note: the displayed fee relates to the published 2020-2022 intake schedule. Confirm current fees, availability and payment details directly with iDevPro Africa before making any payment.