The Venture in Management Program (ViMP) is an intensive, one-week mini-MBA designed to prepare outstanding Nigerian graduates for leadership roles in the business world.
ViMP introduces participants to core business principles and ethical leadership through interactive workshops, real-world case studies, and career development sessions. Each year, top-performing graduates, mostly in their NYSC year or recently completed, are selected through a highly competitive three-stage process.
Participants gain access to mentorship, networking, and job placement support, and they also contribute to the community by hosting career-readiness sessions in local secondary schools. Since 2000, ViMP has produced over 1,000 alumni, many of whom now lead in business, policy, and social impact spaces across Nigeria and beyond.
Why Should You Participate in ViMP?
World-Class
Business Education
Learn from industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and faculty from Lagos Business School through engaging sessions, simulations, case studies, and practical learning experiences.
Powerful
Professional Network
Build meaningful connections with high-performing young professionals, corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and an influential alumni network.
Career
Exposure
Explore opportunities across corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, consulting, technology, and the social impact sector.
Lifelong
Community
Become part of a growing network of future leaders
committed to excellence, innovation, and positive social change.
What to Expect
- Intensive mini-MBA facilitated by the Lagos Business School
- Participate in business case studies and practical learning exercises
- Develop leadership and management skills
- Network with alumni and industry professionals
- Receive career development support
- Engage in mentorship opportunities
- Deliver a community impact project through the ViMP CSR initiative
Giving Back Through Leadership
The CSR Project is a compulsory component of ViMP.
Participants work in teams to deliver career guidance and readiness sessions to young people in their communities using the Junior Achievement Nigeria curriculum.
Projects can be implemented in schools, churches, mosques, and other community settings.
The CSR Project provides an opportunity for participants to apply their learning while creating meaningful impact for the next generation.
Program Delivery Mode
Physical Participation
The top 50 candidates with the highest assessment scores will participate physically at Lagos Business School.
Virtual Participation
An additional 50 shortlisted candidates will participate virtually.
Additional Information
Applicants may indicate their preferred mode of participation during the application process. Final placement is determined by performance and available slots.
Participant Commitment Fee
ViMP is heavily subsidized but not entirely free.
Selected participants will pay:
- ₦10,000 (Physical Participation)
- ₦5,000 (Virtual Participation)
Who Can Apply?
Be Nigerian graduates aged 18–27 years
Be awaiting NYSC posting, currently serving, or have completed NYSC within the last six months
Be available for the full duration of the program
Be willing to travel at their own cost if selected for physical participation
Application Process
ViMP Alumni Spotlight
Adenike Adeyemi
Development and Ecosystem Leader, FATE Foundation (Former CEO)
Bosun Tijani
Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Federal Republic of Nigeria
Femi Taiwo
Managing Partner,
F.I.T Africa
Vincent Egbe
Managing Director,
GB Foods Nigeria
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to apply for ViMP?
Applicants must be Nigerian graduates between 18 and 27 years old who are awaiting NYSC, currently serving, or have completed service within six months before applying.
Do I need a business degree to apply?
Is the program free?
Can I use Generative AI in my application?
Will ViMP guarantee me a job?
Will I receive a certificate?
What happens after the program?
Are You a Proud ViMP Alum?
For over 25 years, ViMP alumni have helped shape businesses, communities, and industries across Nigeria and beyond.
Help ensure that future generations of young leaders have access to the same transformative experience.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Join a community of future leaders committed to excellence, innovation, and national transformation.
Applications for ViMP 2026 are now open.
