Impact Evaluation for Development Programs [IEDP]
Course Overview:
This course provides professionals with the skills to design, implement, and analyze impact evaluations for development projects. Participants will learn quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods, including experimental and quasi-experimental designs, to assess program effectiveness and inform decision-making.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will:
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Understand impact evaluation frameworks and methodologies.
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Apply experimental and quasi-experimental designs for evaluation.
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Use data collection and analysis techniques for impact assessment.
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Interpret evaluation results to improve program effectiveness.
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Communicate findings to stakeholders for evidence-based decision-making.
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Key concepts: outputs, outcomes, and impact
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Evaluation approaches: experimental vs. non-experimental
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Ethical considerations in impact evaluation
Target Audience:
- M&E professionals and consultants
- Project managers and program coordinators
- Researchers and development practitioners
- Policy analysts and donor agencies
Course Format & Duration:
- Duration: 10 days (intensive or flexible formats)
- Mode: Online or in-person training
- Practical Component: Case studies, hands-on exercises, real-world evaluations
- Certification: Impact Evaluation Certificate upon completion