Program Development, Monitoring, and Evaluation Mastery

Target Audience

• Program Managers

• Development Practitioners

• Policy Analysts

• Non-profit leaders

• Evaluation and Monitoring Specialists

Course Duration

- 12 Weeks (3 Hours per Week)

Learning Outcomes

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

- Develop and implement effective programs aligned with organizational goals.

- Set up monitoring systems to track program progress and make necessary adjustments.

- Conduct comprehensive program evaluations to assess impact and inform future initiatives.

- Apply practical tools and strategies for program development, monitoring, and evaluation in their work.

This course aims to blend theoretical frameworks with practical applications, ensuring participants gain hands-on experience and skills that can be immediately applied to their current or future projects.

Module 1: Introduction to Program Development

Lecture 1: Understanding Program Development

Lecture 2: Setting Goals and Objectives

Lecture 3: Designing Programs

Module 2: Planning and Implementation

Lecture 4: Program Planning

Lecture 5: Implementation Strategies

Lecture 6: Communication and Advocacy

Module 3: Monitoring Program Progress

Lecture 7: Introduction to Monitoring

Lecture 8: Data Collection and Management

Lecture 9: Monitoring for Learning and Adaptation

Module 4: Evaluating Program Outcomes

Lecture 10: Fundamentals of Evaluation

Lecture 11: Conducting Evaluations

Lecture 12: Utilizing Evaluation Findings

- Participants will develop a comprehensive program plan for a hypothetical or real project, incorporating elements from each module. This will include setting objectives, planning, implementing, monitoring, and designing an evaluation plan.

Assessment

- Module Quizzes

- Peer-reviewed Assignments

- Capstone Project Presentation