About the Course

This course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, implement, and assess the impact of development programs. Participants will learn rigorous evaluation methodologies to determine what works, what doesn't, and why in development interventions.

Target Participants

Evaluation specialists, program managers, policy makers, researchers, and development practitioners involved in impact assessment.

Course Details

Classroom Training Schedule

Date Time Session Kenyan Fee Non-Kenyan Fee Action
February 5-9, 2024 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 5 Days Intensive KES 55,000 USD 1,000 Register
April 8-12, 2024 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 5 Days Intensive KES 55,000 USD 1,000 Register
June 10-14, 2024 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 5 Days Intensive KES 55,000 USD 1,000 Register

Online Training Schedule

Date Time Session Kenyan Fee Non-Kenyan Fee Action
February 26 - March 3, 2024 Self-paced + Live Sessions 7 Days Online KES 55,000 USD 400 Register
April 29 - May 5, 2024 Self-paced + Live Sessions 7 Days Online KES 55,000 USD 400 Register
July 8-14, 2024 Self-paced + Live Sessions 7 Days Online KES 55,000 USD 400 Register

Course Outline

Module 1: Impact Evaluation Fundamentals

  • Understanding impact evaluation
  • Theory of change development
  • Counterfactual analysis
  • Evaluation questions and hypotheses

Module 2: Experimental Designs

  • Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs)
  • Quasi-experimental methods
  • Difference-in-differences
  • Regression discontinuity designs

Module 3: Non-Experimental Methods

  • Matching techniques
  • Propensity score methods
  • Instrumental variables
  • Case study approaches

Module 4: Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Statistical analysis for impact
  • Cost-effectiveness analysis
  • Communicating results
  • Evidence-based recommendations

Additional Information

Learning Objectives

  • Design rigorous impact evaluations
  • Apply appropriate evaluation methods
  • Analyze impact data effectively
  • Generate credible evidence
  • Communicate evaluation findings

Duration & Format

5 days intensive training with impact evaluation design, methodology selection, and practical data analysis exercises.

Certification

Participants will receive a certificate of completion in Impact Evaluation for Evidence-Based Development.