Professional Diploma in Public Leadership & Governance
January 2026 INTAKE
Hybrid delivery – Onsite & Online
Course Title: Professional Diploma in Public Leadership & Governance
Code: PLG
The Program Description
The Professional Diploma is a nine-month post-graduate level course designed to build the personal capacity of participants, equip them to understand the dynamics of public leadership, and learn the art and science of leadership through the Fledism Leadership Philosophy
Program Vision
To be the leading globally relevant professional development program for cultivating a new generation of ethical, effective, and innovative public leaders committed to good governance and sustainable development.
Program Purpose
To graduate globally relevant professional public leaders equiped with requisite knowledge, skills, and ethical orientation to excel in leadership and governance roles, thereby fostering a more responsive, accountable, and transparent public leadership.
Expected Outcomes
At full completion, students will:
- Develop a personal leadership philosophy
- Build core competencies in communication, collaboration, and critical thinking
- Demonstrate increased confidence and initiative
- Apply transformational leadership tools to real-world challenges
- Demonstrate human-centred leadership through the Fledism Leadership Philosophy.
Program Duration
The program is designed to be completed in nine (9) months of intensive study, divided into three trimesters.
T 1: Basic Certificate (2 Months)
T 2: Advanced Certificate in Public Leadership (3 Months)
T 3: Professional Diploma in Public Leadership (4 months)
Admission Requirements
A minimum of HND or Bachelors degree in any field from a recognized institution.
Work Experience
Those with lower academic qualifications eg ND, but have evidence of years of working experiences in the public or private, could be considered for admission.
Application Fee: N20,000/$15
Program for Who?
This program is designed for:
- Mid-level to senior-level public servants seeking to enhance their leadership and governance competencies.
- Professionals from the private and non-profit sectors aspiring to transition into public service.
- Political aides and advisors who wish to deepen their understanding of public administration and governance.
- Graduates from various disciplines who are passionate about pursuing a career in the public sector.
T1: BASIC CERTIFICATE
FOCUS: Foundations of Public Leadership and Governance
Sample Courses (PLG 100)
PLG 101: Philosophies, Theories and Practice of Public Leadership
PLG 102: Personal Leadership Competencies
PLG 103: Communication Skills for Public Leadership
PLG 104: Principles of Good Governance and Public Administration
PLG 105: Ethics and Accountability in the Public Leadership
- MORE…
CLASS: Meets Online & Onsite once in two weeks (Saturdays, only)
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T 2: ADVANCED CERTIFICATE
FOCUS: Core Competencies for Effective Governance
Sample Courses (PLG 200)
PLG 201: Competencies for Public Leadership
PLG 202: Public Policy Analysis and Development
PLG 202: Public Financial Management and Budgeting
PLG 203: Strategic Communication and Public Relations in Government
- MORE…
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T 3: PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA
FOCUS: Specialization and Practical Application
- Elective 1 (Choose one from the list of electives)
- Elective 2 (Choose one from the list of electives)
- PLG 301: Leadership Practicum/Internship
- PLG 302: Capstone Project
Sample Courses (PLG 300)
- Managing the Public Leadership Ecosystem
- Systems thinking and problem-solving
- Social Impact Project
- Filed trip and Seminar Presentation
- Qualifying Examination
- MORE…
List of Electives
PLG E01: Public-Private Partnerships and Concessioning
PLG E02: National Security and Strategic Studies
PLG E03: Health Policy and Management
PLG E04: Education Policy and Administration
PLG E05: International Relations and Diplomacy
PLG E06: Urban and Regional Planning and Development
PLG E07: Sustainable Development and Environmental Governance
PLG E08: Social Sector Leadership & Governance
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Practical Application
- Case studies
- Social Impact project or leadership practicum
- Mentorship and coaching sessions
Program Methodology
- Interactive workshops and seminars
- Experiential learning (role plays, simulations)
- Guest speakers and leadership panels
- Assessments and personal leadership journals
- Hybrid delivery (in-person and online modules)
Resource Materials
There will be diverse compulsory reading texts and videos to be watched at each stage of the course, to deepen participants’ knowledge of the art and science of leadership.
Program Assessment
A variety of techniques will be used to assess knowledge and skills acquired by the participants during the Program. These will cover the following:
- Participation in Course work
- Seminar Presentation
- Mentoring Engagement
- Social Impact Project
- Field Trip (Guided Study Tour)
- Examination (at the final level, only)
Program Payment structure
T 2: Advanced Certificate – N90k/$90
T 3: Professional Diploma – N100k/$100
Total Fee: N275k/$275
Application fee: N20, 000/$10 (non-refundable)
Fee covers some books and resource materials
Certification
Certificates of Course Completion is issued at the end of each stage of the program:
Basic Certificate in Public Leadership
Advanced Certificate in Public Leadership.
The Professional Diploma Certificate in Public Leadership & Governance, is issued at full program completion.
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Fled Institute is the foremost graduate leadership school in Nigeria established in 1999. It is affilated with African University of Science & Technology.
For inquiries, contact
The Dean
School of Postgraduate Studies
Fled International Leadership Institute
Plot MF 57 Cadastral Zone, KMC Street
Karu Site, Abuja
Tel/WhatsApp: +234-9063069744, 0708 0157176
Email: admissions@flededu.org