9+
Years delivering training
4,200+
Graduates to date
58
Active course titles
94%
Learner satisfaction rate

What we offer

Programmes built for real-world impact

Six core training tracks, each designed with input from industry practitioners so every lesson maps directly to skills your team uses on the job.

Instructor-led digital marketing workshop
Digital Skills

Digital Marketing & Analytics

From SEO and paid search to GA4 dashboards and conversion funnels — a complete programme for modern marketers.

  • SEO, PPC & social advertising
  • Google Analytics 4 & data studio
  • Content strategy & CRO
Participants working through a project management simulation
Management

Project Management (PMI / Agile)

Hands-on preparation for PMP and PMI-ACP certification, with real project simulations and coaching from certified trainers.

  • Waterfall & Agile methodologies
  • Scrum & Kanban practitioner
  • Risk, scope & stakeholder management
Data science and Python programming bootcamp
Technology

Data Science & Python

From Python basics to machine learning models — a structured path for aspiring analysts and data engineers entering the field.

  • Python for data analysis (pandas, NumPy)
  • Machine learning with scikit-learn
  • Data visualisation & reporting
Leadership and people management training session
Leadership

Leadership & People Management

Practical leadership skills for team leads and middle managers — communication, delegation, feedback and building high-performance cultures in Ukrainian business contexts.

Financial literacy workshop for managers
Finance

Financial Literacy for Non-Finance Managers

Read a balance sheet, build a budget and understand unit economics — the financial acumen every manager needs to make better decisions and speak the CFO's language.

Business English and professional communication course
Soft Skills

Business English & Professional Communication

Targeted language and communication training for professionals working with international clients, writing business documents or presenting to senior stakeholders in English.

Choose how you learn

Three formats, one standard of quality

Whether you prefer the structure of a classroom, the flexibility of remote study or the best of both — every format is taught by the same practitioner instructors and leads to the same certificate.

Live Online

Join real-time sessions from anywhere in Ukraine over Zoom, with interactive breakout rooms, recordings and a cohort discussion board.

Most flexible · Evenings available

Blended

Combine self-paced online modules with weekly live workshops — ideal for working professionals who want depth without giving up their week.

Best balance · Self-paced + live

Your learning journey

From enrolment to career-ready in four steps

  1. 1

    Choose your programme

    Browse our catalogue or talk to an advisor who will match you to the right course and format for your goals and schedule.

  2. 2

    Enrol & get access

    Complete enrolment online or on-site, receive instant access to pre-course materials and join your cohort in our learning platform.

  3. 3

    Learn with expert instructors

    Attend live sessions, complete hands-on projects and get personal feedback from instructors who are active practitioners in the field.

  4. 4

    Graduate & apply

    Receive your SkillForgeLearning certificate, unlock alumni resources and put new skills to work immediately — with our post-course support network behind you.

The SkillForgeLearning difference

Training built to pay off at work

Practitioner instructors

Every trainer is an active industry professional — not a career academic. What you learn is what they do.

Flexible formats

Live online, in-person at our Kyiv campus, or blended — choose what fits your team's schedule and working style.

Measurable outcomes

We track learner progress and provide employers with skills assessment reports, not just attendance certificates.

Corporate tailoring

Need a custom programme for your company? We design, deliver and evaluate bespoke corporate training for teams of any size.

Career-track curriculum

Programmes are sequenced into clear career tracks in IT, marketing, management and design — so each cohort builds toward a role, not just a certificate.

Mentorship that lasts

Self-paced or live, every learner is paired with a practitioner mentor and keeps alumni access to office hours and our hiring-partner network long after graduation.

Meet your instructors

Practitioners who teach what they do every day

SkillForgeLearning Academy is run by practitioners who have worked in industry before joining education. Our curriculum leaders review every programme before each cohort — not just at launch.

Olena Bondarenko

Co-Founder & Academic Director

Dmytro Kovalchuk

Head of Corporate Partnerships

Mariia Petrenko

Lead Instructor — Data & Technology

Andriy Savchenko

Lead Instructor — Project Management

Sofiia Hutsul

Lead Instructor — UX & Product Design

Volodymyr Tkachenko

Head of Mentorship & Career Support

The SkillForgeLearning Academy instructors and training team at the Kyiv campus

Who we are

A Kyiv-based academy where practice beats theory

Founded in 2017, SkillForgeLearning Academy was built on a frustration with training that looked good on a certificate but changed nothing at work. We design every programme around the job to be done — not the textbook.

Our instructors are working professionals who bring current industry experience into every session. Whether you are an individual learner or an HR team upskilling 200 employees, we tailor the experience to your goals.

More about us

What our graduates say

Skills that made a difference at work

"The Data Science programme was unlike anything I had tried before — every module connected directly to a real analysis task. I landed a data analyst role within two months of graduating."

Daryna K. — Data Analyst, fintech startup, Kyiv

"SkillForgeLearning's Project Management course prepared me for PMP certification far better than self-study ever did. The mock exams and coaching sessions were worth the fee alone."

Oleksandr H. — Senior PM, IT services company, Lviv

"We sent twelve managers through the Leadership programme and saw a noticeable shift in how meetings were run and decisions were made within the first quarter. Excellent ROI."

Nataliia V. — HR Director, manufacturing company, Dnipro

Proven outcomes

Real results from real graduates

We track learning outcomes beyond certificate issue date. Here are four documented cases where SkillForgeLearning training translated into measurable business and career impact.

+37%
organic traffic in 6 months

After completing our Digital Marketing programme, the in-house SEO team at a Kyiv e-commerce retailer restructured their content strategy. Organic sessions rose 37% within two quarters, cutting paid acquisition spend by ₴180,000 per month.

Digital Marketing · Retail
PMP
passed first attempt — 11 of 12 cohort members

An IT services firm enrolled twelve project managers in our PMI programme. Eleven passed the PMP exam on their first sit, against a global first-attempt pass rate of roughly 60%. The twelfth passed on the second attempt three months later.

Project Management · IT Services
2.4×
faster data pipeline delivery

A logistics company sent four analysts through our Data Science bootcamp. Within four months the team automated three reporting workflows, reducing weekly report preparation from 14 hours to under 6 and enabling same-day operational decisions.

Data Science · Logistics
−28%
staff turnover in one year

Following a Leadership programme for 18 middle managers at a Dnipro manufacturing plant, the company reported a 28% drop in voluntary turnover and a measurable improvement in internal promotion rates over the subsequent 12 months.

Leadership · Manufacturing

Pricing plans

Straightforward pricing — no hidden fees

Individual learners and corporate teams each have a plan designed around their needs. All prices are in UAH and include VAT where applicable.

Essentials
₴4,900/course

For individual learners who want focused, flexible skill development without extras.

  • Access to one full programme
  • Live online sessions (Zoom)
  • Session recordings for 6 months
  • Community discussion board
  • SkillForgeLearning completion certificate
  • Personal mentor check-ins
  • Skills assessment report
  • Corporate dashboard access
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Corporate
Custom/team

For HR teams and L&D managers enrolling five or more employees — with tailored content and reporting.

  • All programmes available
  • On-site or blended delivery option
  • Recordings retained indefinitely
  • Dedicated cohort Slack workspace
  • Branded completion certificates
  • Unlimited mentor check-ins
  • Full competency assessment suite
  • Corporate L&D dashboard access
Request a quote

Group pricing starts from 5 participants. Instalment payment plans available for Essentials and Professional. Contact us to discuss options.

Insights & resources

Perspectives on learning, skills and the future of work

Practical articles and research from the SkillForgeLearning Academy team — written for professionals who want to stay ahead of where their industry is moving.

Trusted across Ukraine

Teams from leading sectors train with us

From fast-growing startups to established enterprises, organisations choose SkillForgeLearning to upskill the people who drive their results.

FinTech
Banking & payments
IT Services
Software & outsourcing
Retail
E-commerce & FMCG
Logistics
Transport & supply chain
Manufacturing
Industrial & energy
Public
Gov & non-profit

Upcoming cohorts

Reserve your seat in the next intake

New cohorts start every month. Seats are limited to keep groups small and mentor attention high — early enrolment is recommended.

Data Science & Python
Starts16 June 2026
FormatBlended · 10 weeks
Seats left6 of 20
Reserve
Project Management (PMI / Agile)
Starts23 June 2026
FormatLive online · 8 weeks
Seats left11 of 24
Reserve
Digital Marketing & Analytics
Starts7 July 2026
FormatKyiv campus · 6 weeks
Seats left3 of 18
Reserve
Leadership & People Management
Starts14 July 2026
FormatBlended · 7 weeks
Seats left9 of 16
Reserve

Talk to an advisor

Not sure which programme fits? Let's map it out together.

Book a free 20-minute consultation and our enrolment team will recommend the right track, format and start date for your goals — with no obligation to enrol.

  • A personalised programme recommendation
  • Clear pricing and instalment options
  • Corporate & group enrolment guidance
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