Training Programmes

Training is the core function of GISD. The institute offers structured programmes designed to equip participants with practical political, organisational, and leadership skills. Trainings are delivered both in-person and online.

Flagship Programme

Political Leadership and Party Organization Programme (PLPO)

A structured programme focused on leadership, ideology, party organisation, and activism. This is the recommended programme for aspiring party officers.

It is a well designed curriculum comprising relevant courses to equip party officers for effective delivery.

Apply to join an in-person class or start learning online at your own pace. Certificates will be awarded after completion.

Core Learning Areas

▸Leadership & governance fundamentals
▸Party organisation & structure
▸Communication & political strategy
▸Practical case-based learning

Course Catalogue

Full breakdown of structured training modules across all programmes.

TypeCodeCourse
FoundationalGISD 101History and Identity of NDC
FoundationalGISD 102Philosophy, Principles and Practice of Social Democracy
FoundationalGISD 103Political & Social History of Ghana
FoundationalGISD 104NDC Constitution
LeadershipGISD 201Political Leadership
LeadershipGISD 202Party Management Skills
LeadershipGISD 203Political Communication
LeadershipGISD 204Grassroots Political Mobilization and Activism
LeadershipGISD 206Political Intelligence
LeadershipGISD 207Women in Politics
LeadershipGISD 208Conflict Resolution
LeadershipGISD 209Public Financial Management
LeadershipGISD 210Public Policy Process
LeadershipGISD 211Public Administrative Systems
LeadershipGISD 212Ethics in Public Office
LeadershipGISD 213Party Financing
LeadershipGISD 214Constitutional Studies
LeadershipGISD 215Regulatory Framework for Elections and Political Parties
DiplomacyGISD 301International Relations & Diplomacy
SpecialGISD 401Technology and Information Management Systems
SpecialGISD 402Entrepreneurship in Politics & Governance