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Academic Affairs

Practical, career-focused learning across 9 academic units

Our academic programs are designed to equip learners with practical skills and theoretical knowledge in planning, development, and sustainability. We offer certificates, diplomas, and professional development courses led by experienced faculty.

9Academic units
130Courses offered
Certificates, diplomas and professional development courses β€” from agripreneurship to artificial intelligence.
Prof. Idorenyin Etukudo, Provost
Office of the Provost Prof. Idorenyin Etukudo

The Provost leads Academic Affairs, overseeing every unit, curriculum and academic standard across the Institute.

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Units of Academic Affairs

Our Academic Units

Each unit brings together related courses built around practical skills, enterprise and sustainable development. Select a unit to see its courses.

Course Directory

Courses by Unit

Search all 130 courses by name or course code. Courses marked open in our course catalogue.

Agripreneurship Modern, climate-smart and commercial agriculture β€” from aquaponics and greenhouse cultivation to livestock, processing and agro-services. 23 courses
ATEC Agric Technology
FPAP Food Processing and Preservation
AQCT Aquaculture
AQPN Aquaponics
HYPN Hydroponics
URAG Urban Agriculture
VEFA Vertical Farming
SAFA Sack Farming
MUFA Mushroom Farming
SNFA Snail Farming
ANHU Animal Husbandry
RAFA Rabbit Farming
PIGG Piggery
POUL Poultry
IRMD Irrigation Methods
CCCA Climate Change Crop Adaptation
HONU Horticulture Nursery
FIFA Fish Farming
AGSV Agric Services (Transportation, Marketing, etc.)
GCFV Greenhouse Cultivation of Fruits and Vegetables
WHFA Wheat Farming
IACC Indigenous African Crops Cultivation
AGTO Agrotourism
Business Administration and Social Sciences Entrepreneurship, finance, trade and governance β€” including AfCFTA and AGOA market access, grant writing and strategic planning. 26 courses
RMIS Resetting Your Mindset for Success
EDBE Entrepreneurship Development & Business Planning Essentials
EDET Entrepreneurship as a Development Tool
ENTF Entrepreneurship and Faith
STES Statistics for Entrepreneurial Success
GPPW Grant Packaging and Proposal Writing
MAFR Microfinance and Alternative Fund Raising
GQAC Global Standards: Quality Assurance / Quality Control
MEIT Mastering Export-Import Trade
UACT Understanding and Utilizing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
FINT Financial Intelligence
WYBP Writing Your Business Plan
COOP Working with Cooperatives
SDAC Skills Development and Acquisition
AFNP Accounting and Finance for IT and Non-Finance Professionals
GEOL Governance, Ethics, and Organizational Leadership
ITEI Intra-Regional Trade and Economic Integration
ESGD Environment, Social, Governance and Sustainable Development
SMAP Strategic Marketing of Agro Products and Services
SPID Strategic Planning and Institutional Development
SESM Sustainable Economic Systems in Emerging Markets
BDPD Business Documentation & Proposal Development
EMCN Emancipation
CACR Corporate Affairs Commission Registration
AGOA Trading Across the Borders with the US African Growth and Opportunity Act
BCOB Blog Creation & Online Business Setup
Education Professional development for educators, demand-driven curriculum design and global learning and career pathways. 4 courses
TTPD Training the Trainers: Professional Development
TESL Trans-Cultural Exchange and Service Learning
DDCD Demand-Driven Curriculum Development
GCEO Global Careers and Educational Opportunities
Health and Human Services Caregiving, pharmaceutical and personal-care manufacturing skills, with caregiver packages up to phlebotomy. 14 courses
CSPM Cosmetology I – Skin Care Products Manufacturing
CFPM Cosmetology II – Facial Care Products Manufacturing
SAHD Sanitation and Household Detergents
IBPM Intermediate Beauty Manufacturing: Perfumes and Deodorants
NHCB Natural Haircare Basics
PHTE Pharmaceutical Technician
PHAM Pharmacognosy Phytochemistry
HHCT Home Healthcare Therapist
NEMT Naprapathy Massage Therapist
CASB Caregiver 1 – Standard Bundle
CACP Caregiver 2 – Canada Package
CAPB Caregiver 3 – Premium Bundle
CAGP Caregiver 4 – Gold Package
CAPP Caregiver 5 – Phlebotomy Package
Arts and Humanities Creative and craft enterprise β€” fashion, culinary arts, dΓ©cor, media and screenwriting. 9 courses
FADB Fashion Design Basics
CABA Culinary Arts and Bakery
SHPM Shoe Making and Purse Making
ACIE Arts and Crafts – Interior & Exterior Decoration
HWPD Hair Wigs Production
CAAM Creative Arts and Media
SCPW Screenplay Writing
ACEA Arts and Crafts – Exquisite Fashion Accessories
ACTD Arts and Crafts – Tie and Dye
Regional Planning and Sustainable Development The Institute's founding discipline β€” urban, rural and community planning, GIS and climate adaptation. 5 courses
INUP Introduction to Urban Planning
UPAD Rural Planning and Development
CPND Community Planning and Neighbourhood Development
GICP GIS & Community Policing
CCAP Climate Change Adaptation Planning
Natural and Applied Sciences Renewable energy manufacturing, technical trades, digital and design tools, film production and operations research. 25 courses
SPPI Solar Panel Production and Installation
SLAM Solar Rechargeable Lanterns Manufacturing
SOIN Solar Inverter Production
RENE Renewable Energy
COFU Computer Fundamentals
CHEP Chemicals Production – Household Detergents
BMEC Basic Manufacturing Engineering and Computer Coding
MSPP Microsoft PowerPoint
MSWD Microsoft Word
MSEX Microsoft Excel
CODR CorelDRAW
GRDS Graphic Designs
WEDS Website Designs
WELD Welding
BODR Borehole Drilling
ETEC Electrical Technician
FMMP Film Making and Movie Production
SOFD Software Development
ANIM Animation
DISC Digital Services & Consultancy
DBVM Digital Branding & Business Visibility Masterclass
DTEC Drone Technology
OROD – IN Operations Research and Optimal Designs – Introductory
OROD – IT Operations Research and Optimal Designs – Intermediate
OROD – AD Operations Research and Optimal Designs – Advanced
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics AI, machine learning, Python and data science, plus robotics, drones, blockchain, cloud and cyber security. 16 courses
ICAT Introduction to Creative Artificial Intelligence
MALF Machine Learning Foundation
IROB Introduction to Robotics
IPPL Introduction to Python Programming Language
PPDA Python Programming with Data Analysis
IDRT Introduction to Drone Technology
DAEB Data Analysis with Excel for Beginners
DAAT Data Analysis Techniques
ITPM IT Project Management
DSAI Digital Skills for Artificial Intelligence
IAIH Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare
FDSC Fundamentals of Data Science
BLCF Blockchain Fundamentals
CYSE Cyber Security
CLCO Cloud Computing
WACM Web Architect: AI-Assisted Coding Masterclass
Research and Development Leadership, programme and project management, monitoring and evaluation, youth development and research skills. 8 courses
LEDP Leadership Development Principles
PRMD Program Management Dynamics
PMED Project Monitoring and Evaluation Design
WOIE Women Inclusion and Engagement
YDEV Youth Development
PMPP Project Management Principles and Practice
SYRS Sharpening Your Research Skills
GAAD Games & App Development
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Study With Us

Academic Year & Campuses

Three terms a year, each with two sessions, delivered at our campuses and online, so you can start when it suits you.

Academic Calendar

Six intakes every year

Every term runs in two sessions (I & II), giving you several start dates through the year.

  • Spring I & IIJanuary – May
  • Summer I & IIMay – August
  • Fall I & IIAugust – December

Global Headquarters

Flossmoor, Illinois, USA

19624 Governor's Highway, Suite 123, Flossmoor, Illinois 60422

African Headquarters

Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

No. 5 Wellington Bassey Way, Uyo

Abak Campus

Abak, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

300 Old Uyo Road, Ikot Akwa Ebom, Ediene Abak, Abak LGA

Online & Hybrid

Anywhere in the world

Global classroom, hybrid and online delivery through our learning platform

Academic Affairs Department Questions about units, courses, terms or admissions? Write to the department directly.
academics.globalinstitutepsd@gmail.com
Academic Administration

How Academic Affairs Supports You

Behind every course is a team committed to quality teaching, student success and lasting partnerships.

Student Affairs

Managing student enrollment, academic advising, counseling, and support services.

Quality Assurance

Monitoring and evaluating academic programs to ensure compliance with accreditation and institutional standards.

Faculty Development

Training, mentoring, and evaluating faculty members to maintain high-quality teaching standards.

Research & Innovation

Coordinating research activities, publication support, and innovation labs for students and faculty.

Curriculum Development

Designing and updating course content to ensure relevance and alignment with industry standards and sustainable development goals.

Partnerships & Collaboration

Building relationships with universities, organizations, and industry partners for academic exchange and joint programs.

Ready to build practical skills for a sustainable future?

Enrol in a course today, or speak with our admissions team about the right programme for you.