—SCHOLARSHIP & SPONSORSHIP

Invest in Africa's
next generation of
service professionals.

10 tracks to partner with NICXI in closing Africa's service talent gap.
From scholarship funding to technology integration to internship hosting.
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Course Sponsorship

Brand and thought leadership integrated into curriculum content and materials.

Scholarship Sponsorship

Fund full or partial fees for talented young Africans who cannot afford the programme.

Technology Sponsorship

Embed your platform in the curriculum and develop a pipeline of trained future users.

Corporate Sponsorship

Branding, visibility, co-branding  and direct access to the diploma talent pipeline.

Government Sponsorship

Fund cohorts to address youth unemployment and service-quality mandates directly.

Internship  Hosting

Receive pre-trained, diploma-track students for structured 6-month placements with defined KPIs.

Foundation/NGO Sponsorship

Fund cohorts to address youth unemployment and service-quality mandates directly.

Individual Sponsorship

Sponsor the full programme costs i.e tuition, technology access, and internship support  for one or more students.

—PARTNER WITH NICXI

Let's build this together.

Whether you're a corporation, a government body, a foundation, or an individual who believes in African talent; there is a partnership track designed for you. Reach out to discuss your sponsorship options and receive the full Sponsorship Prospectus.
  • hello@nichecx.com
  • nicxi.org · Cohort 1 · January 2027
  • Applications close 16th November 2026

—FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Questions we hear most often.

Still have questions?

Our team is ready to walk you through the programme, eligibility, fees, and anything else you need to feel confident about applying.

Who can apply to the Diploma?

The primary audience is young Africans aged 18–25 who have completed secondary school, and early-career professionals with up to two years of work experience. Motivated applicants up to age 30 are also considered. If you're not sure whether you qualify, reach out to hello@nichecx.com and our admissions team will advise you.

Is the programme fully online?

Phases 1 and 3 (the classroom and capstone phases) are 100% virtual, making the programme accessible across all 54 African nations. Phase 2 - the internship may be virtual, hybrid, or in-person depending on your host employer. NICXI provides supervision frameworks suited to all three modes.

How much time do I need each week?

During Phase 1 (the virtual classroom), expect to commit approximately 15–20 hours per week of structured learning. The programme is designed to be intensive and formation-focused; this is not a light course. If you're working part-time, we recommend discussing your situation with the admissions team before applying.

What happens after the Diploma?

Graduates enter the workforce work-ready and positioned on the NICXI professional ladder. After 2–3 years of post-diploma experience, the natural next credential is CCEM (Level 2), followed by CCEP (Level 3) and eventually CCEPR (Level 4) for those moving into CX consulting. The Diploma is the start of a career, not the end of a course.

When do applications close?

Applications for Cohort 1 close on 16th  November 2026. Cohort 1 begins January 2027. We strongly encourage applying early; places are limited and competitive. Late applications will not be considered for Cohort 1.

How do I apply?

 Apply HERE
Review the eligibility requirements, acess the programme prospectus and submit your application . The admissions team will guide you through the next steps including any required assessment.
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