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SKOT Academy
Shaping Global Storytellers
Africa’s leading communications training programme, dedicated to empowering professionals at every stage of their career
Our Programs
SKOT
Impact Academy
Tailored for early-career professionals seeking foundational and industry-relevant skills in PR.
SKOT
Masterclasses
Developed for Junior to Mid-Level and Mid to Senior-Level executives aiming to refine strategic communication capabilities.
SKOT
Elevate
Delivers bespoke, client-specific courses designed to address unique organisational communication needs.
About SKOT Academy
The SKOT Academy is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It offers a comprehensive portfolio of training programs designed to meet the evolving demands of the communications industry. Our purpose is to transform communicators into compelling storytellers who drive impact, shape narratives, and lead conversations across diverse sectors and platforms.
Our
Mission
To empower professionals with PR skills and knowledge to drive career growth and reshape the communications landscape.
Our
Vision
To be the leading PR hub, shaping professionals into powerful global storytellers.
SKOT IMPACT ACADEMY
Tailored for early-career professionals (1-2 years experience) seeking foundational and industry-relevant skills. This flagship free 6-week course demonstrates our dedication to nurturing talent from the ground up and fostering a more inclusive industry, providing practical, real-world training expertise.
Unique Selling Propositions (USP)
Launch Schedule:
Program Schedule:
- 1st Cohort: 13th September – 25th October, 2025
- 2nd Cohort: Schedule to be annouced.
Course Modules:
Introduction to PR – Strategy, Messaging, and Stakeholder Management
Media and Digital Relations, Content and Storytelling
PR Strategies, Campaigns, and Artificial Intelligence
Crisis Management & Reputation Management
PR Career Path, Presentation Skills, Personal Branding, and Budgeting
Group Exercise and Course Conclusion
SKOT MASTERCLASSES
In today’s rapidly evolving media landscape, staying ahead is not just an advantage – it’s a necessity. The SKOT Masterclass is your gateway to mastering modern Public Relations, equipping you with the advanced knowledge and practical skills required to thrive as a confident, impactful communications leader. It’s a quarterly deep dive into the most critical aspects of contemporary public relations and communications, ensuring your skills evolve precisely when the industry does.
Tailored Learning Paths
The SKOT Masterclass program offers two distinct learning paths, each meticulously curated to provide the most relevant and impactful training for your career stage:
SKOT Masterclass: Junior to Mid-Level
- Ideal for: Professionals with 3-5 years of experience in the communications field.
- Focus: Designed to refine existing skills, introduce advanced tactics, and prepare you for increased responsibilities in a dynamic PR environment.
- Benefits: Gain a deeper understanding of strategic execution, advanced media relations, digital PR tactics, and effective content creation.
SKOT Masterclass: Mid to Senior-Level
- Ideal for: Mid to senior-level executives aiming to lead, strategise, and influence at a higher level.
- Focus: Emphasises high-level strategic communication capabilities, leadership in communications, reputation management, crisis communication, and navigating complex stakeholder landscapes.
- Benefits: Develop sophisticated strategic thinking, master executive communication, and learn to shape narratives that drive organisational objectives.
What They’ll Experience:
Format & Benefits:
- Live Virtual Session
- Exclusive Access to resources
Timetable:
- November 2025: Topics and Speakers to be announced.
- March 2026: Topics and Speakers to be announced.
- June 2026: Topics and Speakers to be announced.
SKOT ELEVATE
At SKOT Academy, we understand that every organisation has unique communication challenges and objectives. That’s why our SKOT Elevate program offers tailored solutions to equip your team with the specific skills and knowledge they need to excel. As the dedicated training arm of SKOT Academy, SKOT Elevate is specifically designed to transform and advance the communication capabilities of professionals across Nigeria, delivering dynamic, practical, and results-driven training.
Bespoke Training: Our Modules:
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