PMI, New Horizons forge partnership to boost youth employability
Project Management Institute (PMI) has announced a strategic partnership with Information, Communications and Technology (ICT) Training and Exam Testing Institute, New Horizons.
The partnership aims to boost youth employability by making them industry ready for the project economy. A statement by the institute said New Horizons will roll out PMI’s products to universities and corporations.
As part of the agreement, New Horizons, a premier level authorised training partner for PMI, will roll out Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) to 19,000 university students.
Among other benefits, the youth will access a curriculum, which is in line with industry requirements and be job-ready for several project management-oriented employment opportunities unlocked by the project economy.
The statement explained that PMI believes that the future of work is project-based and teams will deliver on values and strategic objectives.
It stated that careers would increasingly revolve around a portfolio of projects rather than a bulleted list of static job responsibilities.
Business Development Lead, Africa, PMI, George Asamani, said: “This partnership is very strategic as New Horizons will deliver courses relevant to many industries and sectors driving Nigeria’s growth. When businesses compete for these skills, Nigerians can expect better employability prospects and remuneration.
“Our certifications are globally recognised, which means Nigerian youth will also be able to tap into the burgeoning remote work market.”
Managing Director, New Horizons Nigeria, Tim Akano, said: “The labour market in Nigeria is characterised by a significant mismatch between skills demanded by industry and those possessed by the youth. We see this across the continent and is not limited to Nigeria. We know what tomorrow needs; hence we decided to partner with PMI to bring training and education to the youth that is relevant in the contemporary labour market.
“Nigeria is sitting on a demographic goldmine that could transform the country’s fortunes. However, without addressing the problems of skills mismatch and the lack of digital skills, the youth will continue to miss out on opportunities in the labour market.”
To ensure Nigerian youth can fully participate in the economy by seeking out in-demand skills, New Horizons offers 100 percent scholarships to disadvantaged students. It also helps solicit sponsorship from well-to-do individuals and allows students to pay in installments.
Related
Latest
Get the latest news delivered straight to your inbox every day of the week. Stay informed with the Guardian’s leading coverage of Nigerian and world news, business, technology and sports.
0 Comments
We will review and take appropriate action.