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Applications for the IDOS Postgraduate Programme for Sustainability Cooperation (PG) 2025 are now open. The Postgraduate Programme for Sustainability Cooperation (PG) enhances the competence of master's graduates aspiring to a career in international cooperation for development and sustainability. Each year, they select 18 people for the 9-month programme.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the UC Berkeley LSEC Entrepreneur in Residence Program 2025. UC Berkeley's Life Sciences Entrepreneurship Center (LSEC) is launching an Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) Program alongside its signature LSEC- Nucleate Venture Fellows Program. LSEC's new EIR program offers a unique opportunity for a seasoned entrepreneur to explore cutting-edge UC Berkeley life sciences research with the potential to become CEO as you lead the commercialization of a groundbreaking innovation.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
Applications are invited for the British Council SoCreative Africa Learning Programme 2025. The programme is developed to support the British Council's wider Creative Economy strand, designed to help develop an ecosystem in which young entrepreneurs can thrive.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
Calling all Songwriters, Singers, DJs, Music Producers and Artist Managers based in Zimbabwe! Are you ready to take your music career to the next level? Apply for the Music Connects Africa ZW Programme 2025 (formerly Scripts and Bars), a music incubator and accelerator programme designed to accelerate your music career and business.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 FATE Foundation Revolving Fund Programme. FATE Foundation in partnership with Youth Business International (YBI) and Standard Chartered Foundation, is excited to announce the launch of the Revolving Fund Programme to support 300 Nano and Micro Enterprises for the next 3 years. This programme is a part of the Futuremakers Global Youth economic empowerment initiative to support Youth businesses globally.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2025
The UBC Centre for Migration Studies, in collaboration with University of British Columbia (UBC) Okanagan, invites proposals for the 2025 CMS Research Conference, taking place May 1-2, 2025, at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver. This year's theme is "Migration, Mobilities, and Changing Political Landscapes."
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Leader of Africa Institute Grant Writing and Funding (GWF) Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Feb, 2025
Are you a female mid-career professional working in a national ministry, international organization or civil society? Are you a citizen of a Global South country? Do you have proven professional experience in the field of international security? The GCSP’s New Issues in Security Course is offering a scholarship, sponsored by the U.S. Mission to the United Nations and Other International Organizations in Geneva, to build your knowledge, skills and network within an inspiring, multidisciplinary and multicultural environment! Apply now!
Date Posted: 01 Feb, 2025
Ready to take your small business to the next level? The Wells Fargo Equitable Access Boost Camp is now accepting applications for an exclusive 12-week accelerator program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Feb, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Federal Government of Nigeria DeepTech_Ready Upskilling Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Baraza Media Lab Data Storytelling Fellowship. This fellowship aims to strengthen evidence-based journalism.
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2025
Are you a young South African entrepreneur based in Cape Town and ready to take your business to the next level? Got an innovative product or service that could shake up the market? Looking to scale, grow your impact, and create job opportunities for fellow youth? If your business is all about making a positive difference and contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this is your chance!
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2025
Be one of 10 young leaders in your country to join a global network of changemakers, working together to safeguard forests, combat climate change, and build a better future. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is your opportunity to take action!
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2025
Following the successful conclusion of the first edition, RES4Africa Foundation announces the launch of the Open Call for the 2025 Batch of RAISEAfrica - Renewables Accelerators for Innovative Startups and Entrepreneurs in Africa. Apply now!
Date Posted: 29 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 NITDA IgniteHer Bootcamp Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Jan, 2025
Do you think your venture can bring affordable, high-quality health products and services closer to where patients are? You might belong in the next cohort of the Investing in Africa i3 Program 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 28 Jan, 2025
Are you a leader in an organisation dedicated to democracy, human rights, or freedom of expression? Apply for the Swedish Institute (SI) Leader Lab 2025.
Date Posted: 28 Jan, 2025
Applications for the Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator 2025 are now open. Take your impact to scale and get ready for next-level investment. The Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator connects social enterprise leaders with the expertise, resources, and networks to overcome barriers to growth.
Date Posted: 27 Jan, 2025
Do you want to help shape the future of no-code? If yes, apply now for the Bubble Ambassador Program 2025! The Bubble Ambassador program brings together exceptional members of their community who are passionate about no-code, the Bubble platform, and the success of fellow builders and founders.
Date Posted: 27 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Code for Africa (CfA) African Academy for Open Source Investigation (AAOSI) Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Jan, 2025
1. What Are Training Programs?
Trainings are structured programs or courses designed to enhance an individual's skills, knowledge, and competencies in a specific area. These may include workshops, internships, certification programs, or on-the-job training offered by employers or organizations.
2. Are Training Programs Free or Paid?
Training programs can be either free or paid. Some organizations and platforms, such as government programs for nonprofits, offer free, fully-funded training, while others charge a fee. There are also scholarships and grants available to help cover the costs of paid training opportunities.
3. What Are the Benefits of Participating in Training Programs?
Training programs provide numerous benefits, including skill development, career advancement, personal growth, and increased job market competitiveness. They may also offer networking opportunities, certifications, and hands-on experience that can enhance your professional profile.
4. What Types of Training Opportunities Are Available?
There are various types of training opportunities. Some popular ones include:
Workshops and Seminars: Short-term learning experiences on specific topics.
Internships and Apprenticeships: Hands-on, work-based learning.
Certifications: Programs that provide credentials upon completion.
5. What Is the Difference Between an Internship and a Training Program?
An internship is a specific type of training program that focuses on gaining work experience in a professional setting, typically over a short duration (such as a summer). On the other hand, a training program may include broader educational experiences that could be theoretical, practical, or a combination of both, and may or may not take place in a work environment.