About IDI Institute

The IDI Institute is a specialist provider of training and capability building programs for management and staff of economic development agencies. Our programs are the go-to source of learning and knowledge transfer for executives involved in;

- Economic development policy and program design
- Investment promotion, investor attraction, facilitation and aftercare
- Special economic zones set-up, regulation, investor facilitation and operations

- Export promotion and exporter development
- Entrepreneurship and SME development
- RD&I and innovation program design and administration

Our clients also partner with the IDI Institute to design and deliver programs to support the growth and performance of small and medium companies including: In House Training, One to One Mentoring and SME Development.

Our Courses

Why clients partner with IDI Institute

Tailored Program Content

IDI will work with you to tailor the program content to your needs and align with your strategic and operational priorities.

Save Time
and Money

In-house training programs bring the experts to you (physically and/or virtually) allowing you to save on travel time and costs.

Flexible
Scheduling

Training can be delivered to suit your timing needs and availability, including short intensive programs or monthly workshops.

Making Teams
Stronger

Providing training to your team at the same time allows for added impact and cohesive application of learnings.

We partner with government agencies to deliver:

Flagship Programs

If you have more than five managers or employees interested in attending any of IDI’s open enrolment programs, we can bring the program to you.

Focused Capacity
Building Programs

These programs are designed in partnership with your HR Department or relevant Divisional Managers to support the development and upskilling of your team in specific areas of best practice necessary to drive operational performance and results. They can be delivered as an intensive 1-week onsite program or delivered virtually, one day per week over 5 weeks. The focus of the training is agreed following a scoping/training needs assessment workshop and a tailored training program schedule is signed off in advance.

Employee Induction Programs

If your organization is involved in Investment Promotion, Export Promotion, Special Economic Zones, Tourism Development or SME Development we can design and deliver an organization induction program that will provide new employees, managers or board members a thorough understanding of best practice policies and approaches in your area of economic development focus.

Executive Development Programs

We can work with your organization to design and deliver a comprehensive Executive Development Program to build management and leadership capabilities. These programs include a mix of structured training days, one-to-one coaching aligned to individual learning and development goals, and an individual or group assignment focused on delivering a real organization project. Executive Development Programs focus on an agreed cohort of managers or high performing staff members and requires a part-time commitment over the 4-month duration of the program.

One-to-One Mentoring

Have you recently moved in to a new role in an agency? Even for seasoned managers this is a daunting change. At IDI we match you with managers who have carried out a similar role in Ministries and Government agencies.

Over a period of six months, the mentor acts as a sounding board. Their practical day-to-day experience is invaluable in helping you to anticipate roadblocks and see solutions to the many situations that arise. In unknown territories it can be extremely beneficial to have the support of an experienced executive. Managers who have completed a mentorship cite the ongoing learning over the period as a key benefit.

How It Works

Initial Session

The mentor conducts a two-hour meeting to understand your background, new role, and mentorship goals.

Goal Setting

Together, you define what you hope to achieve from the mentorship and outline key development areas.

Bi-Weekly Meetings

The mentor meets with you every two weeks for one hour over six months at a mutually agreed time.

Focused Guidance

Mentorship is centered on your growth as a manager, not on organizational strategy or day-to-day operational decisions.

Continuous Development

The mentor provides advice, support, and insights to help you navigate challenges and build skills in your new role.

SME Development

The management and staff of small and medium sized companies are the drivers of job creation, economic growth, exports and innovation in the regions and sectors that you are responsible for developing. One of the most rewarding aspects of economic development is the design and implementation of impactful programs and interventions to support and accelerate SME development and growth.

The IDI Institute has a strong track record in SME program design, company recruitment and selection, program delivery, program management and program evaluation. Our company development programs are designed in partnership with government agencies to address key challenges or opportunities identified within national, regional or sector development strategies. We have worked with clients to deliver: