The Development Bank of Nigeria’s flagship initiative, the annual DBN Entrepreneurship Training Programme (DBNETP), is currently running in its 6th Cycle. Capacity building is a fundamental task of the Development Bank of Nigeria, and to date, the Bank has provided training for over 4000 MSMEs throughout Nigeria, both online and in person, utilizing partnerships and the DBN Learning Management System (LMS).
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Benefits of the Development Bank of Nigeria Entrepreneurship Training Programme 2025 for Young Nigerian
1. Equip MSMEs with the necessary skills and knowledge to present solid and viable business proposals.
2. Enhance MSMEs’ ability to secure available financing.
3. Strengthen the capability of MSMEs for effective use of funds, trade, investments, and market access.
Eligibility Criteria for the Development Bank of Nigeria Entrepreneurship Training Programme 2025 for Young Nigerian
All candidates selected for onsite training must meet the following minimum requirements:
- The business owner must be at least 18 years old.
- The business owner must be a citizen or legal resident of Nigeria.
- The business must operate within Nigeria.
- The business should be profit-oriented and from any sector.
Applicants must be available to dedicate time to the training schedule if accepted.
Selection Procedure
Selection Standards
- Bankability: Readiness to secure credit.
- Feasibility and sustainability of the business model.
- Scalability: Demonstrates potential for business growth that leads to job creation.
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Process Flow for the Training Programme
1. All candidates must register on the DBN learning management system of the BizAid application.
2. Applicants are required to complete a minimum of 4 essential courses on the BizAid Learning Management platform, achieving an average score of 80% across all quizzes.
The following courses are mandatory:
a. Accounting & Bookkeeping,
b. Sustainability for MSMEs,
c. Marketing and Sales Techniques,
d. Credit Management/Access to Finance.
3. Businesses that have finished the 4 courses by the set deadline and meet the required passing score of 80% will receive an email with a link to apply for the in-person training.
4. After submitting the application form, the applicant will get an email confirmation of receipt within 24 hours.
5. Candidates will be assessed and shortlisted after the application closes based on the eligibility criteria.
6. The selection will take place using the outlined criteria from the shortlisted applications.
7. Successful applicants will be contacted via email at the address provided and via phone to the number listed on the application form.
8. Training will begin on announced dates consecutively in Abuja, Lagos, and Port Harcourt.
Application Deadline
Not Specified
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How to Apply
All interested applicants are to visit the Development Bank of Nigeria official website for further information and submit their individual application.
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