The Training and Capacity Building Unit at the Development Studies & Research Institute (DSRI) is dedicated to empowering professionals, organizations, and communities with the skills and knowledge needed to address today’s development challenges. Through our flexible, demand-driven programs, we bridge theory and practice, delivering hands-on training that drives real-world impact across Sudan.

Our Approach

Our training programs are tailored to the specific needs of government entities, civil society organizations, and private institutions. We focus on practical development issues, incorporating exercises, case studies, and group assignments rooted in real-life scenarios. Whether in Khartoum or remote regions, DSRI designs courses that meet participants where they are, ensuring accessibility and relevance.

Short Courses Offered

Our diverse portfolio of short courses spans critical areas of development and management, including:

• Executive Training: Leadership and strategic decision-making for senior professionals.
• Project Management Professional (PMP): Tools and techniques for effective project planning and execution.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Assessing the impact of development initiatives with precision.
• Training of Trainers (ToT): Building capacity to train others effectively.
• Research Methodology: Enhancing skills in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Gender Mainstreaming: Integrating gender perspectives into policies and programs.
• Data Analysis: Leveraging statistical tools for evidence-based decision-making.
• Microfinance and Value Chain Financing: Supporting economic empowerment and sustainability.
• Cost-Benefit Analysis: Evaluating project feasibility and impact.
• Rural Development and Planning: Addressing the unique needs of rural communities.

Specialized Offerings

• Gender and Development: Courses like "Gender & Development" and "Women, Law, and Development" reflect our expertise in gender-focused training, led by the Women, Gender, and Development Unit.
• Tailored Maid Training Programs: We design bespoke training solutions on demand, collaborating with organizations to address their specific priorities, from logistical operations to human resources development.

Impact and Reach

Since our establishment in 1976, DSRI has delivered training across Sudan, from urban centers like Khartoum to states such as Darfur, Kordofan, Blue Nile, Eastern Sudan, and Northern States. Our programs bring participants up to date on current development trends, equipping them with practical tools to tackle poverty, governance, and socio-economic challenges. Past initiatives, such as leadership training for women leaders (Friedrich Ebert Foundation, 2008) and civic education (UNDP, 2008-2009), demonstrate our ability to deliver transformative capacity-building.

Why Choose DSRI Training?

• Flexibility: Courses are customized to fit organizational schedules and regional needs.
• Expertise: Delivered by DSRI’s distinguished faculty and cooperating staff, with decades of experience in development studies.
• Practical Focus: Emphasis on applied learning ensures immediate applicability in professional settings.

The Training and Capacity Building Unit is a cornerstone of DSRI’s mission to link academia with community development, fostering a skilled workforce capable of driving sustainable progress in Sudan and beyond.