Professional Accreditation
FPMI operates as a subsidiary of First Training (Pty) Ltd., holding full accreditation from both the Botswana Qualification Authority (BQA) and the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC). Our accreditation is validated under ETP No. ETPO324. We deliver high-quality Project Management training and certification.
We offer a variety of training options to suit different needs, including online courses, in-house training, group packages with discounts, and bespoke corporate teams training. Our programs are designed for convenience and can be completed at your own pace, from anywhere and at any time. Additionally, upon completing our programs, participants may be eligible for a refund through the Training Levy Fund, as authorized by the BQA.
Training Programs
Personalized Training (Group Package)
Our Personalized Training packages are designed to fit your specific needs. You can choose the number of participants, the location (virtual or in-person), and when to start the course.
KEY FEATURES
- Bespoke Proposal: customized to meet your specific needs and requirements.
- Learning Mode: Virtual (global access) or in-person (Botswana-based).
- Duration: One week (Monday-Friday).
Email us your Terms of Reference to receive a customized proposal that aligns with your technical and financial needs.
Modular Training (Individual Package)
Our Modular Training package features 3 modules. It is designed to suit individuals seeking to enhance their skills in a flexible, self-paced learning mode.
Module 2 – Planning, Forecasts & Project Implementation
Module 3 – Project Administration: SHE, Quality Assurance, Disputes
Road to Project Management Certificate
In order to complete the Project Management Certificate, one will have to complete the 4 easy steps below
Step 1
Complete Module 1 – Risks Management Method & Project Actualisation. It has 9 Lessons & 4 Assignments
Step 2
Proceed to complete Module 2 – Planning, Forecasts & Project Implementation. It has 8 Lessons & 4 Assignments
Step 3
Proceed to Module 3 – Project Administration: SHE, Quality Assurance, Disputes. It has 6 Lessons & 2 Assignments
Certificate
You are DONE! You will be issued with a Certiticate





Becoming a project manager is more than a career choice; it's a life-changing decision, shaping destinies with every project undertaken.
Gianni Manis
Trainer & Project manager
Project Management is about getting the job DONE without stories – full stop! Anything else is not project management …. when the job is incomplete, we hear stories over stories, and this is not the project management Gianni aims to instill in this program
Gianni Manis
Trainer & Project manager
If you want to please everyone don’t be a leader …. sell ice-creams
Steve Jobs
CEO Apple
Adequate education and attitude weight 25% and 75% respectively on the project manager professional profile. The concept will clear up as we deepen into the program
Gianni Manis
Trainer & Project manager
Education is vital and aligned with our mission. Project management has developed into being another college or university title but is not! – strictly speaking project management is essentially about attitude – unswerving, uncompromising, unequivocal, undisputable, unambiguous attitude to get the job done
Gianni Manis
Trainer & Project manager
Updates from the Institute
About First Project Management Institute (FPMI)
FPMI has been built on the backbone of more than 40 years’ experience in business management and the construction industry of founder, managing director and principle trainer, Gianni Manis. Through the father daughter duo of Gianni and Anna Manis, the First Training brand has grown to be a reputable and respected name amongst Government departments and private companies in Botswana.. read more

Gianni Manis
Executive Director






