Global learning & development · Risalat Consultants International

Global learning and development programmes from the classroom to the project site

Training programmes, workshops and study tours, and the project capacity strengthening that turns learning into results. For governments, development and humanitarian agencies, and businesses since 2011.

267open programmes
80+cities
32categories
4sectors
Two core domains

Learn it. Then apply it on the project.

Our work is organised across two connected domains, so capability built in training is carried into real implementation.

Domain 1

Standard and on-demand training programmes

Online, in-person and hybrid programmes in 32 categories, tailored to individuals and groups, with practical use at the heart of every design.

  • Open programmes in 80+ cities
  • On-demand group programmes for institutions
  • Solo programmes, OJT, mentoring and coaching
  • Exposure and industry visits
Domain 2

Project capacity strengthening and advisory

Implementation guidance for projects and programmes in developed and developing countries, including complex and conflict-affected settings.

  • Strategic and operational planning
  • Surveys and data collection
  • Implementation guidance and coordination
  • Monitoring, evaluation and impact evaluation
How our programmes work

Designed for performance at work

Knowledge transfer and sharing of good practice are built into every programme, so participants return with skills they use the next day.

Adult-learning design

Every programme is built on contemporary adult-learning methods, with practical use at the heart of the design.

Exposure and industry visits

Nearly all programmes include visits where participants meet subject-matter experts and peer professionals.

Real problems, real skills

Participants work on real-life challenges from their own institutions to close specific capacity gaps.

A global partner network

Our network connects participants with institutions that have already solved similar problems.

Individual pathways

Solo programmes, on-the-job training, mentoring and coaching for individual needs.

Evidence-based choices

Methods and tools are selected from training needs assessments and client-centred research.

Areas of work

Where our programmes and projects focus

Select a sector to see the areas covered. Highlighted items link to related programmes.

Humanitarian

From first response to recovery, preparing teams to work safely, coordinate well and protect people in crisis settings.

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areas of work

Humanitarian access and protectionDisasters, complex emergencies and first responseEducation in emergenciesHumanitarian leadership and cluster coordinationCash and voucher assistanceGender and GBV in emergenciesHumanitarian financingWASH in emergenciesRefugees and migrantsData collection and coordination in emergenciesCommunication in emergenciesSafety and securityHumanitarian programmes

Development

Helping project teams plan, finance, coordinate and deliver, with sustainability and Do No Harm built in.

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areas of work

Feasibility studies for development projectsInfrastructure, construction and reconstructionDevelopment project financingOperational support to development projectsConflict sensitivity and Do No HarmDevelopment project coordinationPPP projects in developmentSocial and community developmentEconomic developmentEntrepreneurship and business supportSDGs and resilienceGreen projects and environmental resilience

Government & municipal services

Strengthening the systems citizens rely on, procurement, digital services, health, pensions and policy.

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areas of work

Commercial

Supporting enterprises to operate efficiently, grow sustainably and adopt the right technology.

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areas of work

Business operations and optimisationPetroleum projects developmentPort projects and port developmentAirport infrastructure developmentTechnology in businessAgriculture and agribusiness development
FAQ

Learning & development: questions we hear

What are Risalat’s global learning and development programmes?

They are practical training programmes, workshops and study tours delivered by Risalat Consultants International since 2011, open courses in 80+ cities, in-house programmes for institutions, online and blended learning, plus coaching and on-the-job training.

Does Risalat also support project implementation?

Yes. Alongside training, Risalat provides project capacity strengthening and advisory support, from strategic and operational planning to surveys, implementation guidance, monitoring and evaluation.

Which sectors do the programmes cover?

Humanitarian, development, government and municipal services, and commercial sectors, organised into 32 programme categories.

Can a programme be designed for our organisation?

Yes. On-demand group programmes are designed around your institution’s needs, often starting from a free Training Needs Assessment.