The Project Management Institute, PMI Nigeria has officially teamed up with the AMAPRO Foundation to empower local athletes and sports officials.
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This partnership was launched through the PMWB initiative to bring professional project management skills into the world of sports.
The main goal is to provide athletes and coaches with the foundational knowledge they need to manage their careers and projects effectively.
Apart from the basic training, participants will be introduced to globally recognized practices that can help them succeed both on and off the field.
The collaboration also offers a clear pathway for interested individuals to gain professional PMI memberships and certifications.
To ensure long-term success, PMI Nigeria will provide expert advisory support to help AMAPRO improve its overall governance and leadership.
Reacting to the development, the CEO and “Brain Behind” AMAPRO Foundation, Mr. Shogo Shodunnke, described the partnership as a vital step toward global competitiveness.
He further praised PMI Nigeria for its inclusive approach, noting that the initiative proves project management is essential across all professions.
“This collaboration opens up new frontiers for our indigenous and local athletes, giving them the edge they need to break even among their contemporaries worldwide.
“We appreciate PMI Nigeria for this vision. It shows that the Institute is all-encompassing in its drive to ensure professionals in every field deliver optimum service to their partners and clients,” Shodunnke stated.
The training sessions will be held virtually, making it easy for athletes and sports leaders from across Africa to join in. These lessons are designed to be practical, showing exactly how project management can be used in personal development and sports administration.
By strengthening the institutional capacity of AMAPRO, the partnership aims to create a lasting impact on the sports community. This move highlights a growing trend of professionalizing sports management to ensure sustainable growth for local talent.
Key Highlights of the Collaboration:
Skill Building: Introductory training for athletes and coaches.
Professional Growth:
Guidance on PMI certifications and career paths.
Global Standard:
Helping local athletes compete effectively on the world stage.
Organizational Support: Strategic advisory on governance for AMAPRO.
