Enabling the future of leadership and career development
Nexford’s Career Coalition helps forward-thinking organizations upskill and retain employees to achieve workforce growth.
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Why partners love Nexford
Affordable tuition
Pay your tuition with our unique monthly payment plan; the faster you finish, the more money you'll save. Pay just for a BBA, and for an MBA.
Flexible learning
Empower your team to learn where they want, when they want. Fit learning around their work schedule, so they can impact on the organization while they learn.
Competency based programs
Competency-based programs award credentials based on demonstrated ability. CBE measures learning and once learners prove their mastery, they progress.
Personalised support
With 24/7 learner support, multi-device learning materials, and a leading edge virtual classroom, your team will enjoy greater engagement through a community of online support.
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Why partner with us?
Getting qualified entry-level talents can be a stressful process and hiring higher overqualified professionals are expensive. 95% of learners gained valuable workplace skills and knowledge throughout their courses and 94% of learners found that they had increased levels of confidence in their workplace skills.
63% of recruiters say talent shortage is their biggest problem. There are enough jobs, but not enough qualified candidates. If regular and exclusive flow of highly qualified and vetted talents interests you, we can help you achieve more!
Employee development is the future
applicants say a company is more appealing if it offers additional skills training (Lorman)
say they would stay at a company longer if it invested in their learning and development (LinkedIn Learning Report, 2020)
of employees prefer to learn at their own speed (Finance Online, 2021)
The Career Coalition Promise
Nexford’s Career Coalition offers progressive organizations around the world a structured and future-proof framework to upskill their workforce.
In line with Nexford’s mission of providing access to high quality education as a means of improving upskilling, reskilling and retention for organizations. Dr Oby Ezekwesili, Former Nigeria Minister for Education and Nexford University Board Member, believes great leaders must have the necessary skills to lead effectively — and that high quality education provides the right foundation to do so.
In the era of AI and smart technologies, upskilling and reskilling our workforce is not just an option but a necessity. By equipping our team with cutting-edge skills, we foster a culture of continuous learning, ensuring we stay ahead in a dynamic business environment. Our partnership with Nexford University enables us to deliver targeted upskilling and reskilling programs, unlock new opportunities, enhance productivity and drive a culture of innovation.
Gilbert Mutai, Head of ICT, Car and General
Meet the career coalition partners
We’ve established partnerships with local organizations that align with our goals, value and mission - giving you the best possible learning experience — including: Allianz Life Ghana, Wasoko, WAVE, Afrisplash Remotely, Mono, Venture for Africa, Identitypass, Guaranty Trust Bank, Sterling Bank, Ghabbour Auto, Eva Pharma, Palm Hills Developments, and more. Read more about the launch here.
Nexford University’s mission is to enable greater social and economic mobility across the world by providing learners access to high-quality, affordable, dynamic online education that prepares them for the global workplace.
Guaranty Trust Bank
Guaranty Trust Bank employees can experience a next-generation education, and benefit from 10% towards their MBA tuition.
Sterling Bank
Get up to 70% towards your online MBA degree at Nexford University. With a Sterling Bank Employee Scholarship, you'll get either 70% or 20% off your American degree.
Union Bank
Experience a unique learning journey as an employee of Union Bank and get 15% towards your tuition when you take a Masters of Business Administration (MBA)
Other news
Kenyan Employers Lead AI Adoption Through Upskilling Partnerships
In today's fast-paced business environment, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is crucial for staying competitive. Across the globe including in Kenya, innovative companies are leveraging AI to drive efficiency, enhance decision-making, and spur growth.
June 2024
Survey Reveals Key Insights Into Changing Demands For Skills In Kenya’s Dynamic Job Market
NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 22 – The Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) in partnership with the Africa Digital Media Institute (ADMI), and Nexford University, have collaboratively launched a comprehensive report shedding light on the changing demands for skills in Kenya’s workforce.
November 2023
FITC Partners Nexford To Tackle ‘Japa’ Syndrome In Financial Sector
Financial Institutions Training Centre (FITC), has announced a partnership with Nexford University aimed at tackling skill migration, popularly known as japa syndrome in the financial sector.
October 2023
JOOPSA, Nexford partner to revolutionise Edo workforce
The John Odigie-Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA), yesterday, partnered a leading United States (US)-based online institution, Nexford University, to revolutionise digital learning through training and re-training of public and civil servants on service delivery.
June 2023
Nexford partners PiggyVest, offers Scholarships to upskill Students Affected by ASUU Strike
Nexford University, a Washington DC-based next-generation university has announced its recent partnership with PiggyVest, an African-based fintech that helps over three million customers achieve their financial goals through easy savings and investment.
June 2022
Sterling Bank, Nexford to create global talent pipeline
Sterling Bank Plc and Nexford University, a United States-based next generation online university, have announced a new partnership that will create a global emerging markets’ talent pipeline known as “Fund Your Future” as part of Nexford’s wider ‘Learn to Earn’ for emerging markets.
August 2021
Nexford University and Sterling Bank In innovative Partnership to Benefit Students
Nexford University, a Washington D.C. based, next-generation online university – announces a major new partnership with Sterling Bank, one of Nigeria’s largest commercial banks.
August 2021
Sterling Bank Unveils Work, Study Programme for School Leavers
Understanding that an investment in knowledge pays the best interests, the bank recently signed an agreement with Washington DC-based Nexford University by sponsoring secondary school leavers in Nigeria to earn international undergraduate degrees under a maximum duration of three years. To also gain hands-on expertise, they will be concurrently engaged by Sterling Bank to serve in specific capacities in a work-study arrangement.
September 2020
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