About SMI
About SMI
From Running a School to Leading One
School Management Institute (SMI) is a 6-weeks immersive training designed to equip school owners with the skills/tools needed to run, grow, and manage their schools using proven global best practices in ways that survives the dynamics of a changing society.
How It Works
Your Path to Excellence
in Just Three Steps
Benefits of SMI
What Makes School Management Institute Different?
We’re not just offering training, we’re opening doors. At School Management Institute, school owners don’t just learn, they connect, grow, and unlock opportunities for real, measurable impact.
Become a chartered school manager:
Earn the prestigious chartered badge for a world-class school owner
Networking Opportunity
Join a network of like-minded school owners breaking barriers and making a difference as school owners
Access to Investors Network
Begin your journey towards funding for your school by gaining access to our network of investors.
Global University Credit Transfer
with your chartered certificate, you can transfer the credit unit awarded and earn a global MBA in Education Business.
Gain an Additional Certificate
An option to earn an additional Certificate in School Management Operation from a local or foreign university of your choice from our partner universities.
Frequently Asked Questions
SMI is a professional training program that equips school owners and aspiring education leaders with the skills needed to run successful and sustainable schools across Nigeria.
The program is open to current school owners, aspiring school founders, teachers transitioning into leadership roles, and anyone passionate about improving education.
Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion, access to mentorship, business support, and may qualify for the Chartered School Manager title.
SMI runs physical cohorts in major cities like Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and more. New locations are added based on demand.
SMI combines practical, hands-on training with mentorship, networking, and access to funding opportunities, all tailored to the Nigerian education landscape. It’s not just theory; it’s about real results.