Who We Are
Pedestal Management Training Institute (PMTI) is a premier professional institute dedicated to advancing excellence in management, leadership, research, innovation, and sustainable development across Africa. PMTI combines high-quality professional education, applied research, consultancy, and capacity development through its Schools, Centres of Excellence, and Consulting and Research Division.
Unlike traditional academic institutions that focus primarily on classroom instruction, PMTI operates an integrated model that brings together professional training, consultancy, research, innovation and policy engagement. Learning at PMTI is practical, evidence-based, industry-responsive and directly linked to real organizational needs.
Through its Schools, Centres of Excellence and Consulting and Research Division, PMTI serves governments, development partners, humanitarian organizations, civil society, academic institutions, private sector organizations and individual professionals throughout Africa and beyond.
Our Three Pillars
Professional Institute
Postgraduate diplomas, diplomas, certificates, professional certifications, executive short courses, leadership academies, workshops, bootcamps and CPD.
Consultancy & Advisory
MEAL, project design, organizational capacity assessment, strategic planning, RBM, policy analysis, digital transformation, AI, analytics, climate and ESG advisory.
Research & Innovation
Applied, development and policy research, impact evaluations, innovation labs, publications, conferences, policy dialogues and communities of practice.
Practitioner-Led Learning
Our trainers are accomplished educators and highly experienced practitioners, consultants, researchers and thought leaders. Participants learn directly from professionals actively engaged in consultancy, research, policy development and organizational transformation, with faculty experience spanning programmes funded by USAID, FCDO, the United Nations, the World Bank, the African Development Bank and international NGOs.
Jay Musyoka
A distinguished Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) specialist, management consultant and development practitioner with over 20 years of experience leading complex programmes, evaluations and institutional strengthening across more than 18 African countries. Currently pursuing a PhD in Project Planning and Management (Monitoring and Evaluation) at the University of Nairobi.
Career highlights include senior technical and leadership roles with TradeMark Africa, USAID Kenya/East Africa, Equity Group Foundation, Islamic Relief Worldwide, ICS-SP, FARM-Africa and the Aga Khan Foundation, plus consultancy assignments for UN Women, Lutheran World Relief and SOS Children's Villages International.
Vision
To be a global premier institute for professional excellence in management, leadership, research, innovation, and sustainable development.
Mission
To transform individuals and institutions through world-class professional education, applied research, consultancy, innovation, and strategic partnerships that promote effective leadership, organizational excellence, and sustainable development.
Core Values
Excellence: The highest standards of quality, professionalism, innovation and continuous improvement in everything we do.
Integrity: Honesty, transparency, accountability and ethical conduct in all our engagements.
Innovation: Creativity, technology, research and continuous learning to develop practical solutions for emerging challenges.
Professionalism: Competence, reliability, discipline and a strong commitment to client satisfaction.
Collaboration: Strategic partnerships and teamwork that create sustainable solutions and shared value.
Impact: Measurable and lasting improvements for individuals, organizations and communities.
Inclusivity: Diversity, equity, participation and equal opportunities for all.
Lifelong Learning: Continuous professional growth and knowledge sharing at every stage of a career.
Accreditation & Standards
Professional certification programmes are internationally benchmarked; accrediting-body examination fees are charged separately where applicable.