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Nigeria's Premier Leadership Institute

Shaping Leaders
for Tomorrow's Africa

Institute of Management Leadership and Productivity Development — Strengthening Manpower through Mind Power Development across all sectors and career cadres.

Professional Certification

Build a Certified
Leadership Career

From fresh graduates to C-suite executives — IMLPD offers structured membership programs (GLMP, ALMP, ELMP, FLMPD) tailored to every career level.

Corporate Training

Empowering Teams,
Transforming Organizations

Bespoke in-house training across 33 modules — from Emotional Intelligence and Six Sigma to Situational Leadership and Supply Chain Management.

Academic–Industry Conference 2026

Digital Transformation
for Inclusive SDGs

Join us April 7–9, 2026 in Lagos for the landmark Academic–Industry Conference. Featuring a Blockchain for Business Sustainability workshop.

70+
Expert Instructors
80+
Professional Courses
8,542
Certified Members
1,500+
Active Students
7–9
APRIL
2026

Academic–Industry Conference 2026

Leveraging Digital Transformation for Inclusive and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Africa. Featuring a specialized Blockchain for Business Sustainability workshop.

📍 Lagos, Nigeria  ·  TU/IMLPD Partnership Event
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Strengthening Manpower through Mind Power Development

"Better leaders are those whom have been equipped or are equipping as better managers; and better managers are those whom have been equipped or are equipping as better leaders."

Who We Are

Nigeria's Only Institute Combining Leadership, Management & Productivity

The Institute of Management Leadership and Productivity Development (IMLPD) is Nigeria's leading and only professional institution combining Leadership, Management and Productivity Development certification across a wide range of career cadres and sectors.

We offer a wide range of training covering all aspects of leadership, productivity specialist and industry-specific programs in Talents Development, Business and Career Coaching, Education Management, Human Relations and Enterprise Development.

"Issues of leadership are like matters of the heart, which require outright professional approach. The world's corporates are gradually looking away from being management-dominated to a more balanced paraphernalia of leaders and managers."

— IMLPD Vision Statement

Leadership

Transformational leadership at every level

Management

Executive management certification programs

Productivity

Measurable workforce performance results

Research

Peer-reviewed journals and publications

Our Leadership

Meet the Team

IMLPD is guided by distinguished professionals with decades of experience in industry, academia, and governance.

Engr. Adams Okoene

Engr. Adams Okoene

President, IMLPD

Fellow of IMLPD and former MD/CEO of Midwestern Oil and Gas Company PLC. A 1970 alumnus of the University of Technology, Loughborough, UK. Chartered Engineer (UK) and Fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers with over 30 years of upstream experience with Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC).

FLMPD · Chartered Engineer (UK)
Dr. David Imhonopi

Dr. David Imhonopi

Acting Registrar, IMLPD

Fellow of IMLPD and Associate Professor, Department of Sociology, Covenant University, Ota. Has supervised over 150 undergraduate projects and published more than 60 articles in reputable local and international journals. Editorial positions with IGI Global, Sage Open, and International Journal of Civic Engagement (USA).

FLMPD · Associate Professor, Covenant University
Membership & Programs

Choose Your Professional Path

From fresh graduates to C-suite executives, IMLPD has a certification program tailored to accelerate your career at every level.

GLMP
GLMP

Graduate Leadership & Management Professional

A conference-based training on Leadership, Employability Skills, Job Readiness and Enterprise Development. Three-month intensive course with exams in the third month.

Training Content
Leadership Beyond the NormEnterprise Development Business IntegrityBusiness Communication Talent ManagementMarketing Strategy Corporate Management

Duration: 3 Months · Special: NYSC Discount Available

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ALMP
ALMP

Associate Leadership & Management Professional

IMLPD's flagship program for corporates — supervisors, managers, business development executives, and administrators with at least 3 years' work experience.

Training Content
Entrepreneurial LeadershipPersonnel & Productivity Sustainable DevelopmentProject Management Corporate Social ResponsibilityWork-life Balance

Format: Conference-based · Exams: Term papers & projects

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ELMP
ELMP

Executive Leadership & Management Professional

IMLPD's executive program for corporate Executives, Directors, General Managers, and Entrepreneurs. Primarily devoted to the art of execution and goal-getting through people.

Training Content
Systemic LeadershipArt of Execution Leadership & GlobalizationCorporate Re-engineering Change LeadershipLeadership & Integrity

Target: Senior Executives · Format: Conference + action projects

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FLMPD
FLMPD

Fellow of Management Leadership & Productivity Development

IMLPD's highest award — open to Business Owners, CEOs, Executive Directors, and distinguished public servants with not less than 10 years' work experience.

Key Criteria
Exceptional LeadershipBusiness Success National RecognitionPhilanthropic Impact IMLPD Contribution

Requirement: 10+ years experience or qualified ELMP

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Corporate Training

Bespoke Training for Organizations

IMLPD delivers top-notch corporate training programs tailored to your organization's specific needs. Our experienced facilitators bring real-world industry expertise to every session.

Programs are available for groups, in-house delivery, or as part of our open membership programs. Flexible scheduling for direct and corporate/group-sponsored participants.

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33 Training Modules
01Logistics & Supply Chain Management
02Competency Iceberg Model
03Stocks & Investing
04Negotiation / Persuasion Skills
05Health, Safety and Environment
06Assertiveness Skills
07SWOT Analysis
08Monitoring and Evaluation
09Human Resource & Talent Management
10Business Writing Skills
11Group Discussion Strategies
12Building Learning Organizations
13Root Cause Analysis
14Intellectual Property Rights
15Building Influence
16Administrative Staff Development
17Customer Service & Retention Mgmt
18Making Small Talk
19Public Speaking Skills
20Target Orientation
21Six Sigma
22Electronic Business
23Emotional Intelligence
24Barriers to Effective Communication
25Employee Selection Process
26Seven C's of Communication
27Time Management
28Maslow's Need Hierarchy Model
29Managerial Economics
30Managing Success & Failures
31Capacity Planning
32Situational Leadership
33Retail Supply Chain Management
Why Join IMLPD

IMLPD is Not Your Everyday Professional Body

Issues of leadership are like matters of the heart, which require outright professional approach. The world's corporates are gradually looking away from being management-dominated to a more balanced paraphernalia of leaders and managers.

IMLPD is a one-size-fits-all professional body because leadership, management and productivity development are key skills needed in all fields — whether taking on a new job, going for promotion, stepping into a leadership role, dealing with change, or becoming a certified management consultant.

Life success is no longer a function of a university degree. The new mantra in today's workplace is: "Contribute more than you cost." The staff has to keep themselves fit or be left behind.

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Career Advancement

Gain competitive edge for new jobs, promotions, and senior leadership roles across all sectors.

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Global Recognition

A globally-reckoned certification that sets you apart in Nigeria and across Africa.

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Professional Network

Join 8,500+ certified members — a powerful community of leaders across industries.

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Practical Curriculum

Real-world training that cuts across all industries — not just theory, but tools for immediate application.

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Employability Skills

Develop job readiness, enterprise development skills, and the ability to thrive in today's workplace.

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NYSC Special Discount

Special discounted rates available for NYSC corps members on the GLMP program.

Academic Publications

Research & Journal

Advancing knowledge through rigorous academic research, peer-reviewed publications, and thought leadership in management, leadership and productivity studies.

Featured Conference 2026

Academic–Industry Conference 2026: Leveraging Digital Transformation for Inclusive SDGs in Africa

A premier platform bridging the divide between academia and industry. This landmark event facilitates strategic dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaborations that drive innovation and sustainable growth across Africa. A specialized workshop on "Leveraging Blockchain Technology for Business Sustainability" is included.

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📅 April 7–9, 2026 📍 Lagos, Nigeria 🎓 TU/IMLPD Partnership

Journal Scope & Areas

01Management Leadership and Productivity Development
02Blockchain Technology for Business Sustainability
03Digital Transformation and Inclusive Development
04Human Capital Development and Organizational Behaviour
05Enterprise Development and Entrepreneurship in Africa
Research Paper

Blockchain Technology for Business Sustainability

April 2026 — Workshop Track, IMLPD
Policy Brief

Leadership Models for Inclusive Development in Sub-Saharan Africa

March 2026 — IMLPD Research Unit
Case Study

Talent Management in Nigeria's Corporate Sector: A Five-Year Review

February 2026 — Management Review
Academic Journal

International Journal of Management, Leadership and Productivity Development

Edited by Dr. David Imhonopi — IMLPD
News & Events

What's Happening at IMLPD

Stay up to date with our latest programs, induction ceremonies, exam diets, and industry conferences.

28 January, 2026

2026 Diet 1 — Examinations

The first examination diet for 2026 runs January 28 – February 28. Contact your nearest IMLPD centre for the full timetable and preparation materials.

6 January, 2026

Certificate Verification Now Live

Members can now verify their certificate and membership status online. Visit the Membership Status page to instantly confirm your credentials.

12–13 May, 2026

Upcoming Induction Ceremony

IMLPD will hold a grand induction ceremony for all newly qualified members in May 2026. All qualifying candidates will receive formal invitations.

7–9
April
2026

Academic–Industry Conference 2026

Leveraging Digital Transformation for Inclusive and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Africa. Featuring a specialized Blockchain for Business Sustainability workshop.

📍 Lagos, Nigeria  ·  TU/IMLPD Partnership Event
Get In Touch

Contact & Admissions

Ready to begin your leadership journey? Reach out to us and we'll guide you to the right program for your career.

Head Office — Lagos
7, Tokunbo Disu Sule Street,
Magodo, Isheri — Lagos State
Abuja Office
Suite 320, Anbeez Plaza,
Wuse Zone 5, FCT, Abuja
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Phone — Lagos

+234 (0) 905 5508 554

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Phone — Abuja

+234 (0) 813 8159 188

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Email

contact@imlpnigeria.org

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Office Hours

Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am – 2:00pm