Courses – Africa Centre For Professional Learning

Become the Best Version of Yourself.

Upgrade Your Skills. Transform Your Future.

At the Africa Centre for Professional Learning (ACFPL), we believe skills change lives. Our online short courses are designed to empower you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to thrive in a fast changing world.

Each course is practical, flexible, and created with purpose so you can learn at your own pace, from wherever you are.

Project Management & M&E

Project Management

Skills you will gain :

Ability to plan, execute and manage projects effectively using global standards.
Skills in budgeting, scheduling, risk analysis & performance tracking.
Knowledge of team coordination, stakeholder communication & problem solving.
Capability to deliver successful projects with proper documentation and reporting.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Skills you will gain :

Ability to design M&E frameworks, logframes, indicators & TOC models.
Skills in data collection, tools development, analysis & visualization.
Knowledge of evaluation approaches, methodologies & reporting standards.
Capability to build M&E systems that meet donor and organizational requirements.

Proposal Writing & Resource Mobilization

Skills you will gain :

Ability to write winning project proposals that meet donor requirements
Skills to design strong project ideas using Logframe & Theory of Change
Competence in preparing professional project budgets and justifications
Capability to apply effective resource mobilization strategies to secure funding

Human Resource Management

Skills you will gain :

Skills in recruiting, selecting, and onboarding employees.
Ability to design and implement effective performance systems.
Practical knowledge of employment laws, policies, and compliance.
Capability to manage compensation, employee relations, and workplace issues.

Industrial Relations & Workplace Conflict Management

Skills you will gain :

Ability to identify, analyze, and manage workplace conflicts.
Skills in negotiation, mediation, and dispute resolution techniques.
Practical understanding of labour laws, rights, and compliance.
Capability to handle workplace discipline, grievances, and employee relations.

Reward & Compensation Management

Skills you will gain :

Ability to design fair and competitive compensation structures.
Skills in job evaluation, salary grading, and pay benchmarking.
Knowledge of both monetary and non-monetary reward systems.
Capability to ensure legal, ethical, and compliant compensation practices.

Data, Tech & Digital Skills

Data Science & Machine Learning

Skills you will gain :

Ability to analyze datasets and extract insights using Python.
Skills in building and testing machine learning models.
Practical knowledge of data cleaning, visualization, and reporting.
Capability to use AI tools and deploy ML models for real use cases.

AI for Agriculture

Skills you will gain :

Skills in using AI tools to improve farm productivity and efficiency.
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret agricultural data.
Knowledge of precision farming technologies (drones, sensors, IoT).
Capability to use AI for forecasting, crop management, and agribusiness decisions.

AI for Healthcare

Skills you will gain :

Ability to use AI tools for diagnosis, disease prediction & patient care.
Understanding of healthcare data standards, privacy and ethics.
Skills in digital health systems, telemedicine & healthcare automation.
Capability to apply predictive analytics for clinical and operational decisions.

Digital Marketing & Branding

Digital Marketing

Skills you will gain :

Ability to run effective social media and digital campaigns.
Skills in SEO, analytics, content creation and branding.
Knowledge of paid advertising platforms and audience targeting.
Capability to design complete digital marketing strategies for businesses.

Social Media Marketing & Content Creation

Skills you will gain :

Ability to create engaging content (videos, reels, graphics).
Skills in building personal and business brands online.
Knowledge of running social media ads and promoting content.
Capability to analyze performance and grow accounts organically.

Brand Development & Business Identity Design

Skills you will gain :

Skills in creating strong brand strategies and market positioning.
Ability to design visual brand identities (logos, colors, typography).
Knowledge of brand messaging, storytelling, and communication design.
Capability to build brand kits and maintain brand consistency across platforms.

NGO & Development Studies

NGO Management & Leadership

Skills you will gain :

Ability to manage NGO programs, teams, and organizational systems.
Practical fundraising, proposal writing, and resource mobilization skills.
Skills in budgeting, financial management, and donor compliance.
Leadership skills for managing people, partnerships, and community projects.

Community Development & Social Impact Programs

Skills you will gain :

Ability to design and implement effective community development programs.
Skills in conducting needs assessments and using participatory methods.
Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, and sustainability planning.
Capability to work with stakeholders, NGOs, and development partners.

Humanitarian Response & Emergency Management

Skills you will gain :

Skills in planning and coordinating humanitarian and emergency response.
Ability to conduct rapid assessments and manage crisis operations
Knowledge of logistics, protection, safety, and ethical humanitarian standards.
Capability to support recovery, resilience building, and long term community rehabilitation.

Finance & Accounting

Financial Management for Non-Financiers

Skills you will gain :

Ability to read and understand basic financial statements.
Skills in budgeting, forecasting, and managing costs.
Knowledge of financial analysis for better decisions.
Understanding of internal controls, reporting systems, and accountability.

Accounting Basics & QuickBooks for SMEs

Skills you will gain :

Ability to understand and manage basic accounting for small businesses
Skills in bookkeeping, reconciliation and financial record-keeping.
Practical knowledge of using QuickBooks for daily business operations.
Capability to generate financial reports and analyze business performance.

Microfinance & Community Lending

Skills you will gain :

Ability to design and manage community lending models (VSLAs, SACCOS, groups).
Skills in loan appraisal, credit assessment, and disbursement processes.
Knowledge of portfolio management, monitoring and repayment strategies.
Capability to promote financial inclusion, client protection, and sustainable microfinance.

Entrepreneurship MSME Growth

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Skills you will gain :

Ability to identify business opportunities and develop innovative solutions.
Skills in designing business models and creating value propositions.
Knowledge of startup financials, marketing and product development.
Capability to launch, manage and scale entrepreneurial ventures.

Business Management & Growth Strategies

Skills you will gain :

Ability to design and implement effective business strategies.
Skills in operations, performance optimization & management systems
Knowledge of market growth, customer acquisition & competitive positioning.
Capability to scale businesses through innovation, budgeting & strategic planning.

E-Commerce Business

Skills you will gain :

Ability to set up and run a complete online store from scratch.
Skills in product research, branding, digital marketing & sales funnels.
Knowledge of payments, logistics, order management & customer retention.
Capability to scale an e-commerce business using automation & analytics.

Healthcare Management

Healthcare Management & Leadership

Skills you will gain :

Leadership skills for managing hospitals, health programs & teams.
Ability to improve patient safety, quality of care & service delivery.
Knowledge of healthcare finance, budgeting & resource management.
Capability to plan, innovate & manage health facilities strategically.

Public Health Program Management

Skills you will gain :

Ability to design, implement and manage public health programs.
Skills in conducting health assessments, data analysis & evidence based planning.
Knowledge of M&E frameworks, reporting systems and program improvement.
Capability to lead teams, manage partnerships, and align programs with health policies.

Health Systems Strengthening (HSS)

Skills you will gain :

Ability to analyze and strengthen health systems using global best practices.
Skills in health policy, financing, governance & strategic planning.
Knowledge of workforce management, service delivery optimization & quality improvement.
Capability to use health information systems and data for decision making & accountability.

Hospitality & Tourism

Hospitality & Tourism Management

Skills you will gain :

Ability to manage hotel operations and deliver excellent guest experiences.
Skills in food & beverage service, tourism operations and destination management.
Knowledge of marketing, branding and customer service in the hospitality sector.
Capability to manage hospitality businesses with a focus on quality and sustainability.

Customer Service Excellence in Hospitality

Skills you will gain :

Ability to deliver exceptional customer service in hospitality environments.
Skills in communication, guest handling, service recovery & conflict management.
Knowledge of service quality standards and professional etiquette.
Capability to create memorable guest experiences that drive loyalty and satisfaction.

Food & Kitchen Management

Skills you will gain :

Ability to manage kitchen operations, workflow and team performance.
Skills in menu planning, costing, stock control and food production.
Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards and quality assurance.
Capability to lead kitchen teams and maintain consistent customer satisfaction.

Real Estate & Property Management

Real Estate Management

Skills you will gain :

Ability to manage, market and maintain residential & commercial properties.
Skills in property valuation, investment analysis & financial decision making.
Knowledge of land laws, contracts, compliance & real estate regulations.
Capability to design real estate development plans and manage portfolios.

Property Investment & Wealth Building

Skills you will gain :

Ability to assess and select profitable real estate investment opportunities.
Skills in property valuation, financial analysis & due diligence.
Knowledge of financing options, investment models & risk management.
Capability to build a long term real estate portfolio for wealth creation.

Facility & Property Management Operations

Skills you will gain :

Ability to manage building operations, maintenance & facility systems.
Skills in leasing, tenant relations and property administration.
Knowledge of safety, security, risk management & contractor oversight.
Capability to improve operational efficiency, energy use & sustainability.

Procurement & Logistics

Public Procurement & Contract Management

Skills you will gain :

Ability to manage procurement planning, tendering and evaluation processes.
Skills in contract drafting, administration, performance monitoring & compliance.
Knowledge of procurement laws, ethics, risk management & audit requirements.
Capability to prevent fraud, manage suppliers and ensure accountability in public spending.

Supply Chain & Logistics Management

Skills you will gain :

Ability to manage procurement, inventory, warehousing & transportation flows.
Skills in supply chain planning, forecasting & demand management.
Knowledge of global logistics, trade documentation & regulatory compliance.
Capability to use technology, KPIs & optimization tools to improve efficiency.

Inventory & Warehouse Management

Skills you will gain :

Ability to control inventory, manage stock levels and prevent losses.
Skills in warehouse layout planning, storage systems & material handling.
Knowledge of receiving, dispatching, documentation and safety standards.
Capability to use warehouse technology, KPIs & automation tools for efficiency.

Agriculture & Agribusiness Development

Agricultural Project Management & Agribusiness

Skills you will gain :

Ability to design, implement and manage agricultural projects.
Skills in farm management, value chain planning and resource optimization.
Knowledge of marketing, market access, agro-processing and agribusiness finance.
Capability to monitor project performance and scale agribusiness ventures sustainably.