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NITA AccreditedFoundationPhysical + Virtual5 daysTORP929

Training on Retirement Planning & Income Strategies for Employees

Build retirement readiness through informed income planning and financial decision-making.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Dakar

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Foundation

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

All materials

Overview

About this programme

This course equips employees with practical knowledge and tools to plan effectively for retirement and manage post-retirement income sustainably. It focuses on building financial awareness, understanding retirement income sources, managing longevity and inflation risks, and making informed decisions that support financial security and quality of life after employment.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Employees at all career stages

  • Pre-retirees and mid-career professionals

  • HR and employee welfare officers

  • Staff enrolled in pension or retirement savings schemes

  • Union representatives and staff association leaders

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand retirement planning principles and income needs

  • Identify and evaluate retirement income sources

  • Apply strategies for sustainable post-retirement income

  • Manage risks such as inflation, longevity, and healthcare costs

  • Make informed decisions on pension withdrawals and savings

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Retirement Planning Fundamentals

  • Understanding the retirement planning lifecycle

  • Setting retirement goals and expectations

  • Estimating retirement income needs

  • Common retirement planning mistakes

  • Case Study: Retirement readiness assessment


Module 2: Pension Benefits & Retirement Savings Options

  • Workplace pension schemes explained

  • Contributions, growth, and compounding

  • Additional savings and voluntary contributions

  • Understanding benefit statements

  • Case Study: Comparing retirement savings scenarios


Module 3: Retirement Income Sources & Strategies

  • Pension income, annuities, and drawdown options

  • Lump sums and phased retirement

  • Managing multiple income streams

  • Inflation and longevity considerations

  • Case Study: Designing a retirement income mix


Module 4: Post-Retirement Financial Management 

  • Budgeting and cash flow in retirement

  • Managing healthcare and lifestyle costs

  • Risk management and insurance considerations

  • Avoiding common post-retirement pitfalls

  • Practical Session: Developing a personal retirement income plan


Module 5: Retirement Transition & Action Planning 

  • Preparing emotionally and financially for retirement

  • Aligning lifestyle choices with income realities

  • Estate planning basics and beneficiary considerations

  • Personal retirement action planning

  • Practical Session: Creating a retirement readiness checklist

Impact

Where the change lands

Individual Impact

  • Increased confidence in retirement planning decisions

  • Better understanding of income options at retirement

  • Reduced financial anxiety approaching retirement

Organizational Impact

  • Improved employee wellbeing and engagement

  • Smoother retirement transitions and succession planning

  • Enhanced value of employee benefits programmes

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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FAQs

Common questions.

Still not sure? Send us a note and a facilitator will get back to you within a business day.

Participants will learn how to assess retirement readiness, estimate retirement income needs, and develop realistic income strategies for post-employment life.

Course finder

Find the right course for you

Prefer to talk it through? Send us an enquiry and a facilitator will scope a fit within a business day.

For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Retirement Planning & Income Strategies for Employees in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.