Providus Bank SME Program

How to Apply for the Providus Bank SME Program 2024

Providus Bank SME Program is to build the capacity of business owners in Nigeria and provide them with the skills and competencies for the development of long-term strategic plans to transform their businesses and drive profitability.

Providus Bank Limited (PBL), is a Nigerian financial services provider, licensed as a commercial bank, by the Central Bank of Nigeria, the central bank and national banking regulator. 

Providus Bank SME Program Summary

  • Host: Providus Bank | Enterprise Development Centre
  • Category: Training | Fellowships
  • Eligible Country: Nigeria
  • Reward: Training | Mentorship 
  • Deadline: March 18, 2024

Providus Bank SME Program Details:

ProvidusBank in partnership with Enterprise Development Centre has created the ProvidusBank SME Program to build the capacity of business owners in Nigeria and provide them with the skills and competencies for the development of long-term strategic plans to transform their businesses and drive profitability.

Eligibility Requirements for 2024 Providus Bank SME Program:

To be considered for the program, the applicant must be:

  • Business Owner must be a citizen or legal resident of Nigeria.
  • The Business must be based and registered with the CAC in Nigeria.
  • The Business must be for-profit from any sector.
  • Applicant must be available to commit to the training schedule once accepted
  • Operated for at least 5 years
  • Sales/turnover of at least 25 – 50 million naira
  • Keep Financial Records

Benefits of Providus Bank SME Program:

This program is designed to help businesses achieve the following:

  • Develop a growth plan for their businesses
  • Develop the leadership capacity of the participants to effectively lead their teams
  • Clearly define the value proposition of your business
  • Implement structures that ensure long-term sustainability
  • Develop a ‘go-to-market’ strategy for your products and services
  • One-on-One Business Advisory to address company-specific challenges
  • Interact with like-minded entrepreneurs which enables sharing ideas and industry best practices
  • Establish a network of contacts for business and personal development.

How to Apply for 2024 Providus Bank SME Program:

To apply for the Providus Bank SME Program, follow the steps below and use the “CLICK HERE TO APPLY” button to proceed to the application page:

  • Step 1 – To be Eligible for the program, the applicant must be:
    • Business Owner must be a citizen or legal resident of Nigeria.
    • The Business must be based and registered with the CAC in Nigeria.
    • The Business must be for-profit from any sector.
    • Applicant must be available to commit to the training schedule once accepted
    • Operated for at least 5 years
    • Sales/turnover of at least 25 – 50 million naira
    • Keep Financial Records
  • Step 2 – Register
    • Click on Apply now at the button of the page to start your Application.
  • Step 3 – Complete Application
    • Once you have successfully registered, log in and start the application. To return to your application, click the “Save And Continue” button (at the bottom of any stage) and come back to it at any time. Once you are done with your application, click on the “Submit” button at the end of the form to send it to us. You can submit only ONE application.
  • Step 4 – Keep Informed
    • Constantly check the PROVIDUSBANK SME Program ‘News and Update’ tab for regular updates

University of Manitoba Scholarship Website: https://reg.smetoolkit.ng/program-apply/providus-bank-sme-program-4th-cohort

University of Manitoba Scholarship Deadline: March 18, 2024