Greetings! We are delighted to announce that the 21st edition of the Tekedia Mini-MBA has started today, Monday, September 14, 2026.
If you have not yet joined, go here and do so if you plan to co-learn with us. Our live Zoom sessions will commence on Saturday, September 19, 2026, with an opening lecture by Tekedia Institute’s Lead Faculty, Prof. Ndubuisi Ekekwe.
Invent, innovate and drive organizational transformation, performance, and growth. Capture emerging opportunities in changing markets while optimizing innovation and profitability. Digitally evolve your business or functional area, turning digital disruption into a competitive capability and advantage. Master the concepts of building category-king companies, and thrive.
Registration for another edition of Tekedia Mini-MBA opens. Tekedia Mini-MBA, from Tekedia Institute, is an innovation management 12-week program, optimized for business execution and growth, with digital operational overlay. It runs 100% online. The theme is Innovation, Growth & Digital Execution – Techniques for Building Category-King Companies. All contents are self-paced, recorded and archived which means participants do not have to be at any scheduled time to consume contents. Our programs are designed for ALL sectors, from fintech to construction, healthcare to manufacturing, agriculture to real estate, etc.
More so, the sector- and firm-agnostic management program comprises videos, flash cases, challenge assignments, labs, written materials, webinars, etc and is delivered by a global faculty coordinated by Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe. When we finish, we will issue a certificate from the Tekedia Institute, Boston USA.
Register and join us. You will emerge transformed with tools and capabilities that engineer confidence, performance and growth. Accelerate your leadership ascent with us! Here are our programs and costs.
Program Cost
Code
Description
Cost
MINI
Tekedia Mini-MBA. And WhatsApp School
US$170 or N120,000 naira
MINF
Annual Package: 3 consecutive MINI, and 2 optional capstones.
$340 or N180,000
MINR
(optional) Homework review; faculty will review your homework with feedback.
$30 or N10,000
CAPS
(optional) Tekedia capstone is a research paper, analogous to final college project.
Supply Chain Management, Global Partnership & Contracting – Adebayo Adeleke, ex-Chief of Contracting and Deputy Chief, Business Operations Division, US Army
Intellectual Property: Strategy, Management & Commercialization – Ifeanyi Okonkwo, University of Cape Town & Jackson, Etti & Edu
Business Relationship Management & Negotiation Skills - Charles Okeibunor, CEO IRMP
Due Diligence and Business Intelligence – Chike Obimma, Partner at NICCOM LLP (Commercial Law Firm)
Week 10: Leadership, Human Capital & Project Management
Leadership, Knowledge Management – Prof. Ayodeji Oyebola, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Human Resources Management - Adora Ikwuemesi, Director Kendor Consulting
Leading and Managing Teams, Stakeholder Management with NICER Model – Dr. Chisom Ezeocha, Project Delivery Manager, Shell
Career Planning – Precious Ajoonu, Manager, Jobberman
Tax Treaties and Their Benefits - Emmanuel Eze, Manager, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS)
Regional Case: Tax Law and Compliance in Lagos State - Abimbola Abdur-Rahman Lekki, Lagos Internal Revenue Service
Effective Product & Service Pricing, Accelerated Revenue, Profit Maximization - Saima Khan, Partner, Strategic Pricing Management Group, Toronto, Canada
Establishing Business Consulting & Advisory Services - Mustafa Yusuf-Adebola, Founder, Provisio Professional
Driving Profitable Growth, Marginal Cost, Scaling – Prof. Ndubuisi Ekekwe
Stimulating New Markets Through Innovation and Perception Demand – Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe
Week 14: Startups, New Businesses, Products, Markets, Customers
The Mechanics of Minimum Viable Product and Product Development - Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe
The NEP Framework – Discovering and Listening to Customers - - Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe
Customer Validation and Building for What Customers Really Want. - - Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe
Knowing and Defining Your Market - Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe
Navigating Business Growth Phases - Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe
ChatGPT, DALL-E 2 and Emerging AI Innovations: Business Opportunities in Africa - Zion Pibowei, Head of Data Science, Periculum Canada
How to Scale a Business/Startup - Jane Egerton-Idehen, Head of Sales Middle East & Africa at Meta (Facebook parent company)
Final Week: Execution and Closure
The Call to Business Execution, Closure – Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe
Graduation Day – Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe
Tekedia Live: Optional Zoom session which holds thrice per week (Tue, Thur, Sat at 7pm WAT). It is archived for those unable to make the session live. Our faculty members and invited guests rotate to anchor the sessions. Live provides a platform for members to ask questions and get live responses.
Welcome! Unleash your leadership potential, master business excellence, and embrace transformation with Tekedia Mini-MBA. Join us and experience a cutting-edge business management & leadership program: online, self-paced, and world-class. At Tekedia Institute, we co-learn with thousands of professionals and students, from many countries, on the mechanics of business, connecting innovation, growth and operational execution, across market territories and industrial sectors.
Our faculty members come from Microsoft, Google, Shell, Flutterwave, Nigerian Breweries, NNPC, Jobberman, Coca Cola, PwC, BUA Cement, and other great organizations. Besides pre-recorded courseware, thrice weekly, we hold live Zoom sessions (Tue, Thur and Sat at 7pm WAT) – Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe, Tekedia Institute Lead Faculty.
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Capstone Program
Here are the 12 tracks:
CLSM: Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
CBIS: Certificate in Business Innovation, Growth & Sustainability
CMAB: Certificate in Media, Advertising & Branding
CSBM: Certificate in Startup and Small Business Management
CIBA: Certificate in Business Administration
CPFM: Certificate in Personal Finance & Wealth Management
CMSM: Certificate in Marketing and Sales Management
CDBG: Certificate in Digital Business Growth
CIAM: Certificate in Agribusiness Management
CHRM: Certificate in Human Resources Management
CETS: Certificate in Exponential Technologies and Singularity
CBPM: Certificate in Business Transformation & Project Management
The program is completely capstone-based. Tekedia capstone is a research paper or a case study exploring a topic, market, sector or a company. It is the project component of Tekedia Min-MBA.
Theme: Innovation, Growth & Digital Execution – Techniques for Building Category-King Companies
Introduction
Over the last few decades, digital technology has emerged as a very critical element in organizational competitiveness. It has transformed industrial sectors and anchored new business architectures, redesigning markets and facilitating efficiency in the allocation and utilization of factors of production. The impacts have been consequential: continents like Africa are moving towards knowledge-based economic structures and information societies, comprising networks of individuals, firms and states that are linked electronically and in interdependent relationships. In this program, we will examine this redesign within the context of fixing market frictions and deploying growth business frameworks in a world of perception demand where meeting needs and expectations of customers are not enough.
Program Time: Sep 14 – Dec 5, 2026
Venue & Format: Online via videos, articles, webinars, and flash cases. Program is self-paced which means you consume the materials at your own time and pace. It is completely online. Where you live or your time zone would not be an issue as program is not live-delivered.
Cost: US$170 (N120,000 naira). We have a payment plan, i.e. installment payment plan (email us for details)
Target Audience: This program is designed for professionals and students across functional areas like sales, marketing, technology, administration, legal, strategy, finance, etc across all business sectors and domains. The program is designed for:
Ambitious mid-level managers seeking to advance their careers by acquiring essential business knowledge and skills.
Busy professionals who value continued education but require a flexible alternative to a traditional MBA program.
Experienced professionals aiming to broaden their business acumen, enhance leadership capabilities, and explore new career opportunities.
Professionals in transition, committed to staying informed about business trends and developing skills for continuous professional growth.
Mid-level managers and executives across industries, driven to accelerate career growth and take on increased responsibilities.
Technology and innovation-focused professionals looking to strengthen business acumen and strategic thinking.
Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking a solid foundation in business management and growth strategies.
Consultants and advisors aiming to expand their knowledge base and provide comprehensive solutions to clients.
Professionals transitioning into new roles or industries, recognizing the value of upskilling for success.
Students and recent graduates seeking a competitive edge in the job market by combining academic qualifications with practical business skills.
Tekedia Mini-MBA program offers a flexible and comprehensive learning experience tailored to the needs of ambitious professionals, providing the tools and knowledge necessary to thrive in today’s dynamic business landscape. Participants will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge that has value and can be used in everyday business activities.
Learning Objectives: To innovate is to set a new basis of competition in an economy, business sector or market. Sometimes, it results in disruption. This program is designed for private (large, SMEs, startups, sole businesses), public and government institutions, and individuals. Participants will:
Master the mechanics of growth – the reward of innovation – through frameworks, cases and evolving strategies.
Understand how to undergo transformation journey that is fully aligned with corporate objectives through measurable and realizable benchmarks.
Acquire business capability tools that do not just RUN their firms but can TRANSFORM them.
Design corporate growth experiments in Lab sessions based on One Oasis Strategy, Aggregation Construct, Double Play Strategy, Accumulation of Capability Construct, and more.
ETC
Why Tekedia Institute
Interactive Online Learning: Engage with industry experts and fellow professionals through our state-of-the-art online learning platform, where you can access course materials, participate in discussions, and collaborate on real-world case studies.
Comprehensive Curriculum: Gain a deep understanding of key functional areas such as strategy, marketing, finance, operations, and more, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to excel in any business environment.
Practical Case Studies: Apply your learning to real-world scenarios through hands-on case studies and projects, allowing you to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Flexibility and Convenience: Access the program online from anywhere at your own pace, fitting your studies into your busy schedule without compromising your professional and personal commitments.
Expert Faculty: Learn from renowned industry practitioners and thought leaders who bring their expertise and real-world insights to the program, ensuring you receive the most relevant and up-to-date knowledge.
Benefits of Tekedia Mini-MBA
Enhance Your Leadership Potential: Unlock your leadership capabilities and develop the skills to lead teams, drive innovation, and navigate complex business challenges with confidence.
Master Business Excellence: Gain a holistic understanding of business functions, strategies, and best practices, enabling you to make informed decisions and contribute to organizational success.
Embrace Digital Transformation: Stay ahead of the curve by embracing digital technologies and leveraging them to transform your business and stay competitive in the digital age.
Accelerate Your Career: With the Tekedia Mini-MBA on your CV, you’ll stand out to employers, demonstrating your commitment to continuous learning and your readiness to take on new responsibilities.
Network and Collaboration: Connect with a diverse community of professionals, expand your network, and foster collaboration opportunities that can lead to future partnerships and career advancements.
Cost-Effective Investment: Enjoy the benefits of a comprehensive business education at a fraction of the cost of traditional MBA programs, maximizing the return on your investment.
We run optional three Live Zoom sessions (two weekdays and one Saturday). This provides a way for our members to ask our Faculty and experts live questions and get feedback.
Tekedia Mini-MBA certificate sample
Tekedia Institute offers certificates at the end of all programs.
Our Contact Email: info@tekedia.com
Refund policy is full refund within 6 days from start of a program; after that, none, but we can defer as requested.
Lead Faculty of Tekedia Institute
Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe is the Lead Faculty of Tekedia Institute
PhD, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, USA
MBA, University of Calabar, Nigeria
BEng Electrical & Electronics Engineering ( Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria)
Prof Ndubuisi Ekekwe invented and patented a robotic system which the United States Government acquired assignee rights. Dr Ekekwe holds two doctoral and four master’s degrees including a PhD in engineering from the Johns Hopkins University, USA. He earned undergraduate degree from FUT Owerri where he graduated as his class best student. While in Analog Devices Corp, he co-designed an accelerometer for the iPhone. A recipient of IGI Global “Book of the Year” award, a TED Fellow, IBM Global Entrepreneur and World Economic Forum Young Global Leader, Prof. Ekekwe has held professorships in Carnegie Mellon University and Babcock University, and served in the United States National Science Foundation Committee.
The South African press called him “a doctor of innovation” for helping organizations on the mechanics of business innovation, strategy, and growth. Since 2009, the Chairman of Fasmicro Group which controls many startups and entities has been writing in the Harvard Business Review. He was recognized by The Guardian as one of 60 Nigerians Making “Nigerian Lives Matter” on Nigeria’s 60th Independence Day (Oct 1, 2020).
Message: I am waiting to read your perspective on the Dangote Refinery IPO.
My response: As you may know, we are bringing a new stock exchange, Contisx Securities Exchange, to Nigeria. Out of respect for the market and the broader ecosystem, I am unable to comment on many matters, particularly those concerning the capital market and our economy.
Unlike the days when I was simply a village Ovim boy sharing my perspectives freely, Nigeria is now elevating me into positions that come with significant responsibilities. That is why I have become more restrained in my writing and public commentary.
However, one thing I can say is this: Dangote and other great #Builders inspire me.
The crypto market has received another signal of shifting trader sentiment after Lookonchain data revealed that a trader who recently generated more than $10 million from an Ether long position has now opened a heavily leveraged short on Bitcoin.
According to the blockchain-tracking platform, the trader’s wallet currently holds a 4x leveraged short position covering 640 BTC, with a reported position value of approximately $49.33 million.
The move represents a significant change in positioning and highlights how sophisticated traders can rapidly rotate between bullish and bearish strategies as market conditions evolve.
The trader’s recent success on Ether adds another layer to the development. Having reportedly secured more than $10 million from an ETH long, the wallet has now chosen to express a bearish view on Bitcoin through leverage.
Rather than simply selling spot BTC, the trader is using derivatives to amplify potential returns from a decline in the asset. A 4x leveraged short means that relatively small movements in Bitcoin can produce substantial gains or losses.
If BTC falls, the position could generate significant profits. However, if Bitcoin moves higher instead, losses can accumulate quickly, potentially forcing the trader to reduce or close the position depending on the platform’s margin requirements.
The reported $49.33 million position therefore represents more than a large individual trade. It is also a visible indicator of how major crypto traders are managing risk during a period of heightened market uncertainty.
Large leveraged positions can influence sentiment because other market participants often monitor whale activity for clues about potential future price movements.
Still, one trader’s position should not automatically be interpreted as a definitive prediction that Bitcoin is about to fall.
Large investors frequently hedge existing exposure, diversify between assets or use derivatives for strategies that are not immediately obvious from a single wallet transaction.
The short could therefore represent a directional bearish bet, a hedge against other holdings, or part of a broader trading strategy. The timing is nevertheless noteworthy.
Bitcoin remains one of the most closely watched assets in the digital-asset market, and substantial leveraged positions can become increasingly important when volatility rises.
A sudden Bitcoin rally could put pressure on short sellers, potentially triggering liquidations and adding fuel to an upward move. Conversely, a sharp decline could validate the trader’s positioning while encouraging additional bearish bets.
The episode also illustrates the changing character of crypto markets. On-chain analytics now allow traders and observers to track major wallet movements almost in real time, making previously hidden positioning increasingly visible.
Platforms such as Lookonchain have consequently become important sources of market intelligence for participants attempting to understand whale behavior.
The trader’s transition from a profitable Ether long to a $49.33 million Bitcoin short ultimately reflects the speed at which crypto market narratives can change. A trader can move from capturing an upside opportunity in one major asset to positioning for downside in another within a short period.
For Bitcoin, the key question is whether this whale’s bearish positioning proves prescient or becomes another example of the risks associated with betting aggressively against a volatile market.
With 640 BTC exposed through 4x leverage, the trade has created a sizeable financial stake in Bitcoin’s next major move.
The debate over artificial intelligence is entering a more uncomfortable phase: the industry is no longer arguing only about what AI can do, but about how difficult it may become to distinguish beneficial research from dangerous applications.
A high-profile departure from Anthropic has intensified that debate, raising questions over whether the warnings reflect genuine concern about AI safety, strategic positioning ahead of a potential public offering, or the increasingly political battle over regulation.
Anthropic has positioned itself as one of the leading companies attempting to develop increasingly capable AI systems while emphasizing safety and alignment. Yet its latest safety reporting highlights a fundamental problem.
The same capabilities that can accelerate legitimate biological research can also potentially lower barriers to harmful experimentation.
A model helping researchers understand proteins, pathogens or biological processes does not inherently know whether the knowledge will ultimately serve medicine or weapons development. That ambiguity makes AI governance considerably harder.
Traditional regulation often assumes that a dangerous capability can be clearly identified and restricted. Advanced AI challenges that assumption because the underlying technology can be dual-use. A scientific question asked by a university researcher and a question asked by someone pursuing malicious biological work may look remarkably similar to an AI system.
The departure from Anthropic therefore arrives at a sensitive moment. Critics can interpret such events as evidence that the industry’s internal safety concerns are becoming more serious. Skeptics, meanwhile, may wonder whether dramatic warnings are also part of a broader struggle for influence over how governments regulate AI.
Political interpretations have consequently emerged, including speculation about whether heightened warnings could strengthen Democratic arguments for tougher oversight.
Those theories should be treated cautiously. The existence of political or commercial incentives does not automatically invalidate the underlying safety concerns.
Conversely, genuine safety risks do not mean every public warning is free from institutional incentives. The more important question is whether governments, companies and researchers can establish evidence-based standards for measuring and controlling those risks.
Meanwhile, the market is sending a strikingly different message: capital continues to chase AI aggressively. In Shanghai, Tencent-backed AI chipmaker Enflame reportedly surged more than 200% during its market debut as investors placed a powerful bet on China’s determination to develop alternatives to Nvidia.
The rally illustrates how geopolitics is becoming inseparable from the economics of artificial intelligence. The global AI race is increasingly a race for compute. Advanced models require enormous quantities of specialized chips, making semiconductor capacity a strategic asset.
Restrictions on high-end chip exports have consequently encouraged Chinese companies to accelerate domestic alternatives, while investors are rewarding firms perceived as beneficiaries of that transition. This creates a remarkable contradiction.
At one end of the AI ecosystem, researchers and policymakers are debating whether increasingly capable systems could create unprecedented biological and security risks. At the other, investors are pouring money into the infrastructure required to make those systems faster, cheaper and more widely available.
That contradiction may define the next stage of the AI economy. Safety concerns are rising precisely as technological investment accelerates. The challenge is therefore not simply to stop AI development, but to build institutions capable of distinguishing productive innovation from unacceptable risk.
AI’s future may depend on resolving that tension: the world wants more intelligence, but it also needs more control over what that intelligence makes possible.
