For Nigerian firms and development programs, the strongest immediate gains usually come from improving women's access to financial services, enterprise support, and formal market participation, because these channels connect gender gaps directly to revenue, adoption, and program uptake.
Lagos, Nigeria
Humanitarian, Gender Equality, and Social Protection
Gender and Economic Development Training Course
Africa's commercial powerhouse where fintech innovation meets vibrant cultural energy
5 Days
Duration
In-Person
Delivery
12 Dates
Available
Certificate
Included
Master gender-responsive economic policies to drive inclusive growth, reduce inequality, and create sustainable development outcomes through evidence-based strategies.
Upcoming In-Person Schedules in Lagos
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| Code | Start Date | End Date | Duration | Fee | |
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| GED-02 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 2,500 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → | ||
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| GED-02 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 2,500 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → | ||
| GED-02 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 2,500 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → | ||
| GED-02 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 2,500 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → | ||
| GED-02 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 2,500 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → |
Here's What You'll Learn
Each module tackles real challenges you face in your role
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Economic Foundations of Gender and Development
2
Gender-Disaggregated Data Collection and Analysis
3
Financial Inclusion and Gender-Responsive Finance
4
Skills Development and Human Capital Investment
5
Entrepreneurship and Business Development Support
6
Labor Market Integration and Decent Work
7
Agriculture and Rural Development
8
Supply Chain and Market System Development
9
Gender-Responsive Budgeting and Resource Allocation
10
Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact Measurement
Market-specific guidance for Mexico
A country-aware view of the pressures, proof points, and practical tools that shape how this course applies locally.
Tools and platforms relevant to this field
2Field-relevant examples that may be featured in training where they support the confirmed scope. Exact coverage depends on participant needs and delivery format.
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Microsoft Power BI MicrosoftUsed to build gender-disaggregated dashboards that leadership can review for budgeting, workforce, customer, and program-performance decisions.
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Excel MicrosoftUsed for baseline analysis, gender-gap tracking, and simple monitoring templates when teams do not yet have a dedicated analytics stack.
Training visit intelligence for Lagos
Practical notes for confirmed delegates: arrival, venue expectations, after-class options, and on-the-ground considerations.
Optional after-class stops
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culture
Nike Art Gallery
Four-storey gallery in Lekki housing thousands of indigenous Nigerian artworks — paintings, sculptures, and textiles — founded by Chief Nike Davies-Okundaye.
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nature
Lekki Conservation Centre
A 78-hectare nature reserve on the Lekki Peninsula featuring Africa's longest canopy walkway at 401 metres, with wetlands, forests, and free-roaming monkeys.
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heritage
Freedom Park
A memorial and leisure park on Broad Street, Lagos Island, transformed from a colonial-era prison into a cultural hub hosting concerts, art exhibitions, and festivals.
heritage
National Museum Lagos
Located in Onikan, Lagos Island, this museum houses archaeological and ethnographic exhibits including Nok terracotta and Benin Bronzes.
culture
National Theatre
Iconic cultural landmark in Iganmu, originally built for FESTAC '77, hosting theatre, music, dance performances, and national celebrations.
culture
New Afrika Shrine
Cultural landmark in Agidingbi, Ikeja, founded by Femi Kuti in honour of his father Fela Kuti, offering live Afrobeat performances.
heritage
Kalakuta Museum
The former home of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti, now a museum preserving his bedroom, personal effects, and artwork celebrating his life and legacy.
leisure
Landmark Beach
Accessible beachfront on Victoria Island within the Landmark Village complex, offering swimming, dining, and evening entertainment along the Atlantic coast.
Local demand signals 5
Sector-level context showing where this capability is relevant in Lagos.
Fintech & Payments
Lagos is Africa's fintech capital. Delegates in technology, risk, or financial services training will find direct relevance in the city's dense payments ecosystem.
Technology & Startups
The Yaba district — nicknamed 'Yabacon Valley' — anchors a startup ecosystem of over 2,000 tech companies, making Lagos a living case study in digital innovation.
Banking & Financial Services
Lagos is Nigeria's financial centre, home to the Nigerian Stock Exchange and headquarters of the country's largest commercial banks.
Oil & Gas
Many international oil and gas companies maintain their Nigerian operational headquarters in Lagos, making it relevant for energy-sector delegates.
Creative Industries & Nollywood
Lagos drives Nollywood — one of the world's largest film industries — alongside a thriving music, fashion, and arts scene relevant to media and IP training.
Training venue
Lagos offers international-standard hotels and conference facilities on Victoria Island, Ikoyi, and Ikeja, with properties equipped for corporate training, AV setups, and business-class accommodation. Delegates should expect variable power supply mitigated by generator backup at quality venues.
Getting there
No direct flights from Mexico to Lagos were confirmed in the search results. The available results point to connecting itineraries into Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), commonly via Mexico City (MEX) and/or other hubs, with airlines such as Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines, AeroMéxico, VivaAerobus, and Volaris shown for Mexico–Lagos/Mexico City itineraries; total travel time is typically long-haul and may span roughly 18–24 hours depending on the connection.
Visa
Mexico passport holders need a visa for Nigeria, and the most relevant route for a 5-day professional training course is a business visa or short-stay visit visa issued before travel; I could not verify a Nigeria government source in this session with the stay limit, fee, or processing time, so I’m leaving those fields blank.
Safety
Use reputable ride-hailing apps rather than unmarked taxis, avoid displaying valuables openly, and stick to well-lit, populated areas after dark. Keep digital copies of travel documents and confirm current safety advice with your hotel or local host upon arrival.
Internet
Reliability: average
Weather year-round
- Apr 32/24°C Transition into rainy season; increasing humidity and occasional showers.
- Jan 33/24°C Dry season; hot and humid with minimal rainfall and around 5.5 hours of daily sunshine.
- Jul 28/22°C Peak of the cooler wet season; frequent rain, overcast skies, and only about 3.3 hours of daily sunshine.
- Oct 31/23°C Late rainy season tapering off; warm with decreasing rainfall toward the dry season.
Where this course runs
Gender and Economic Development Training is delivered in the cities below — pick the one that fits your schedule.
