About our services

Welcome to a platform built on integrity, expertise, and empowerment. I’m Dr Patrick Mphaka (aka DrP), a strategic development leader with over two decades of experience in governance, education, and donor-aligned rural development projects programming.

This site is your gateway to three transformative services designed to elevate professionals, students, and changemakers across Africa and beyond. Whether you're pursuing academic excellence, professional certification, or funding for your next big idea, I offer trusted support, curated resources, and actionable insights to help you succeed.

Dr Patrick Mphaka, DBA, MBA

A Doctoral Graduate of Walden University, USA, & an MBA Graduate of the University of Malawi

Your Online one-on-one Academic Tutor

DrP – Your Reliable Online Tutor
Advance your academic journey with personalised tutoring in Postgraduate Business Management and Research. I support students across MBA, DBA, and related programs with:
•    📘 One-on-one tutoring in core business modules
•    📝 Guidance on research proposals, dissertations, and thesis writing
•    📂 Assignment support tailored to the student's university standards
•    💬 Flexible online sessions designed around your schedule
Whether you're refining your literature review or decoding strategic management frameworks, I bring clarity, structure, and academic rigour to every interaction.

A learner taking notes during an online one-on-one session with DrP

A learner taking an Online CPD-accredited course offered through Vision4africaonline.com

🚀 We Elevate CPD-Certified Courses

Boost your career with access to over 2,700 CPD-certified courses across diverse sectors. As a licensed reseller, I offer:
•    📚 A searchable catalogue of accredited courses
•    🛒 Easy online purchase and enrollment
•    🎓 Instant certification upon completion
•    🧭 Guidance on selecting courses aligned to your profession
From health and safety to leadership and compliance, these globally recognised courses help you stay competitive, compliant, and confident.

🌍 NGO/CSO Resource Mobilisation

Unlock funding opportunities and strengthen your proposal game. I curate Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from leading global organizations and offer:
•    🔍 Weekly updates on active RFPs across sectors
•    📥 Access to downloadable RFP documents
•    🧠 Strategic consulting to craft winning proposals
•    🧾 Templates, checklists, and donor-aligned writing support
Whether you're a grassroots CSO or an established NGO, I help you navigate the funding landscape with precision and professionalism.

Dr Patrick Mphaka is creating a Project Proposal for an NGO in response to an RFP

Dr Patrick Mphaka on my graduation day in Tampa, Florida

Thank you, Dr Richard Snyder, my Committee Chair

Dr Patrick Mphaka being welcomed into the Walden University Alumnus by the University's Pr

Dr Patrick Mphaka on my graduation day in Tampa, Florida

About Dr Patrick Mphaka, DBA, MBA

Grants Writer | Postgraduate Tutor & Research Supervisor | CPD Course Reseller | NGO Resource Mobilisation Expert

Global Online Tutor & Academic Research Mentor

Over a decade of experience tutoring postgraduate students in business research and supervising dissertations.
Former faculty member at Unicaf University (Virtual) and Academic Mentor with HEC Paris via Coursera.
Designed and delivered business research modules, supporting learners from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.

Trainer of Academic Researchers

Developed and facilitated training programs in research methodology, academic writing, and postgraduate supervision.
Mentored 15–25 students weekly, helping them navigate complex research topics and methodologies.

Licensed Reseller of CPD-Certified Courses

Operates under the "We Elevate CPD" platform, offering professional development courses with certification.
Courses tailored for professionals in education, development, and leadership sectors

Proposal Writing & Resource Mobilisation Expert

Founder of Vision4Africa-Online, providing:
- Grant opportunity alerts
- Concept note and full proposal development
- NGO staff training in project management and communication
Secured funding from major donors: USAID, DANIDA, UKaid, EU, and others.
Led multi-country projects in Malawi, Rwanda, Burundi, DRC, South Sudan, and Uganda.

Key Achievements

Created 50 youth-friendly health centres and 372 child rights ambassadors in Rwanda.
Increased girls’ school retention by 40% through targeted campaigns.
Trained 2000+ farmers in sustainable livelihoods (beekeeping, fish farming, mushroom growing).
Conducted baseline surveys and evaluations in Mali and Niger on gender and education.

Academic Credentials

Doctor of Business Administration (Leadership)
Walden University, Minnesota, USA
GPA: 3.64
Dissertation Title: Strategies for Reducing Microfinance Loan Default in Low-Income Markets
Access: https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/dissertations/4391/
As of November 2025, this dissertation has been downloaded over 22,000 times worldwide, reflecting its global relevance and impact.