The University for Development Studies (UDS), through the School of Business, invites applications for the Agile Project Management Skills for Northern Ghana Programme, a fully funded professional development initiative designed to strengthen the project management, Agile, digital and employability skills of students and recent graduates.

The programme is implemented in collaboration with GIZ and Maxpert/Article26, with support from Invest for Jobs, an initiative of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

Selected participants will undertake an intensive 17-day training programme in Tamale from 12 October to 3 November 2026. The programme will cover Agile Project Management, Scrum, digital and technical skills, teamwork, communication and practical problem-solving.

Participants will also work in teams on a real-world business challenge, develop and present a working digital solution during the final hackathon, and prepare for international certification examinations.

Who can apply?
To apply, applicants must be/have:

1. UDS students in at least their final year or recent graduates within the last three years;
2. from or residing in Northern Ghana;
3. enrolled in or graduated from a business-related programme;
4. basic coding and digital skills;
5. full availability for all 17 days of the training; and
6. access to a personal laptop in good working condition.

Only 30 participants will be competitively selected.

What participants will gain
Participants will benefit from practical training in Agile and Scrum Project Management, digital and technical skills, real-world projects and hackathon experience, international certification preparation, and career support and mentoring.

The programme is FREE and fully funded for selected participants.

Programme Details

1. Training Dates: 12 October - 3 November 2026
2. Duration: 17 days, Monday to Friday
3. Venue: Tamale, Northern Ghana
4. Cost: FREE - Fully Funded
5. Application Deadline: 20 September 2026

How to Apply
Interested and eligible applicants should complete the online application form:
Apply Now - Agile Project Management Skills for Northern Ghana or https://forms.gle/scrrMLBC2JaS2Jdj9 
Applicants are encouraged to submit complete and accurate information, as shortlisted candidates may be invited to a practical assessment and/or team-based selection exercise.

For enquiries, contact:
Dr. Ibrahim Nandom Yakubu
Tel: 024 839 9629

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