Keylime Academy

Learn the fundamentals of USAID proposal development with Keylime’s instructor-led courses.

Our courses are highly interactive and discussion-based, and include live weekly sessions delivered via Zoom, plus homework, bonus content, and a discussion board with the instructors and your classmates.

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Technical Writing for USAID Proposals

The masterclass for writing great USAID proposals. We go through each section of the technical volume to prepare you to write a compelling, persuasive proposal. Taught by experts who have written dozens of winning proposals.

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Recruitment for USAID Proposals

This course teaches participants how to attract, select, vet, and negotiate with top talent in the USAID industry to strengthen your proposal submissions.

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Fundamentals of Proposal Writing

This course focuses on the core skills needed to successfully write USAID proposals, such as solicitation analysis, outlining, persuasive writing, and more! Taught by a proposal expert and former VP of USAID’s top implementing partner by volume.

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How to Write Great CVs

Learn the secrets to writing winning CVs for USAID proposals in this two-day, interactive workshop.

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Cost Proposal Practicum for USAID Proposals

In this hands-on practicum, Keylime’s cost and pricing guru will guide participants through the cost volume. Participants will actually complete a cost proposal during the course, putting their new skills into practice.

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Mastering Business Development

In this masterclass, learn the fundamentals of proposal development from capture to submission.

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Level Up Your Capture

Ready to transform the way your team captures USAID proposals? This intensive course will equip capture teams with the knowledge and skills to use the maximize the capture period.

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Advanced Technical Writing

By popular demand, we’re offering a course for advanced technical writers. Refine your skills and increase your win rate by learning proven best practices in responding to USAID IDIQs, PWS-style proposals, phased procurements, and more. The course will also feature an intensive writers’ workshop where participants’ work will be reviewed and critiqued by their peers and expert instructors.

Learning Solutions

Keylime works with the USAID community to make international development more fruitful. Organizations new to USAID and longstanding implementing partners choose Keylime for learning, capacity building, and training.

Instructor-Guided Multi-Session Courses

Train with the top experts in USAID business development and project management. Watch or read course content on your own schedule and engage with the instructor once a week for live sessions, Q&A, and discussion.

Custom Training

Bring Keylime Academy in- house to benefit from private classes for your team. Good for groups of 8 or more.

Digital Downloads

Instantly download resources like templates, tip sheets, and guides. We also offer our quarterly market rate report for download.

2024 Course Schedule

Technical Writing for USAID Proposals

January 16-February 15, 2024

Fundamentals of Proposal Writing

February 6-27, 2024

Cost Proposal Practicum for USAID Proposals

January 17 - February 7, 2024

Recruitment for USAID Proposals

February 7-28, 2024

How to Write Great CVs Workshop

January 9-10, 2024

Level Up Your Capture

February 22-March 14, 2024

Mastering Business Development

February 5-28, 2024

Advanced Technical Writing for USAID Proposals

February 27-April 9, 2024

FAQ

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I work full time. What is the time commitment of these courses?

Course participants can expect to spend 90 minutes in class for each Zoom session, and another 1-2 hours per week on homework.

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What happens if I can’t make a live session?

We know that life happens and sometimes participants need to miss a session. We record every session and post them to the course platform within 24 hours so participants can catch up!

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Are courses open to the public?

Yes! Cohorts are open to the public and attract a broad swath of international development professionals, so you’ll be in good company!

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Is it possible to bring a Keylime training in-house to my organization?

Yes, we do it all the time! Let us know what you are thinking in the chat or by email: hello@joinkeylime.com.