Leadership, Governance & Research
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning
Turn project activity into credible evidence with tools you can use on your next reporting cycle.
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Programme rationale
Turn project activity into credible evidence with tools you can use on your next reporting cycle. The programme is structured for learners who need practical, assessable capability they can connect to real responsibilities while continuing work or other commitments.
Programme at a glance
Around 12 weeks of guided study, typically two sessions a week plus independent work, so you can keep working while you study.
| Unit | Study block | Module |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Weeks 1–2 | Theory of change, logframes and indicators |
| 2 | Weeks 3–4 | Quantitative and qualitative data collection |
| 3 | Weeks 5–6 | Mobile data tools and basic data quality checks |
| 4 | Weeks 7–8 | Analysis, dashboards and reporting |
| 5 | Weeks 9–12 | Learning reviews and adaptive management |
Target audience & entry requirements
Target audience
- • NGO, public-service and community-organisation staff with planning, leadership, finance, research or reporting duties.
- • Project officers and emerging managers seeking stronger professional systems and decision-making skills.
- • Graduates and practitioners building an applied work portfolio.
Entry requirements
- • Basic literacy and secondary-level education, or relevant practical work experience.
- • Access to a phone, tablet or computer for online and blended study.
- • Commitment to attend sessions and submit assignments on time.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the programme, learners should be able to:
- Build a logframe, indicators and a simple MEL plan
- Collect and clean field data using mobile tools
- Present findings that inform programme decisions
Detailed modules
Each module below follows this programme’s published syllabus and contributes to the final practical work.
- 1
Theory of change, logframes and indicators
Weeks 1–2Examine theory of change, logframes and indicators as an evidence-to-decision process, from selecting suitable methods to interpreting and presenting findings.
What you cover
- Purpose, scope and ethical considerations for theory of change, logframes and indicators
- Appropriate data sources, methods and quality checks
- Interpretation, documentation and decision-ready reporting
Assessed work: Produce and review a working analysis or evidence tool for theory of change, logframes and indicators.
- 2
Quantitative and qualitative data collection
Weeks 3–4Examine quantitative and qualitative data collection as an evidence-to-decision process, from selecting suitable methods to interpreting and presenting findings.
What you cover
- Purpose, scope and ethical considerations for quantitative and qualitative data collection
- Appropriate data sources, methods and quality checks
- Interpretation, documentation and decision-ready reporting
Assessed work: Produce and review a working analysis or evidence tool for quantitative and qualitative data collection.
- 3
Mobile data tools and basic data quality checks
Weeks 5–6Examine mobile data tools and basic data quality checks as an evidence-to-decision process, from selecting suitable methods to interpreting and presenting findings.
What you cover
- Purpose, scope and ethical considerations for mobile data tools and basic data quality checks
- Appropriate data sources, methods and quality checks
- Interpretation, documentation and decision-ready reporting
Assessed work: Produce and review a working analysis or evidence tool for mobile data tools and basic data quality checks.
- 4
Analysis, dashboards and reporting
Weeks 7–8Examine analysis, dashboards and reporting as an evidence-to-decision process, from selecting suitable methods to interpreting and presenting findings.
What you cover
- Purpose, scope and ethical considerations for analysis, dashboards and reporting
- Appropriate data sources, methods and quality checks
- Interpretation, documentation and decision-ready reporting
Assessed work: Produce and review a working analysis or evidence tool for analysis, dashboards and reporting.
- 5
Learning reviews and adaptive management
Weeks 9–12Develop practical capability in learning reviews and adaptive management, linking roles, resources, decisions, accountability and review.
What you cover
- Roles, responsibilities and decision points in learning reviews and adaptive management
- Planning tools, coordination arrangements and documentation
- Implementation monitoring, accountability and improvement
Assessed work: Draft a usable plan, workflow or decision brief for learning reviews and adaptive management.
Practical project / portfolio
Build a working MEL plan and mobile data form for a live project.
Teaching & learning approach
- Tutor-led explanation and demonstration focused on the published module topics.
- Guided practice using cases, scenarios, templates or production tasks relevant to the programme.
- Individual and group feedback that helps learners improve work before final submission.
- Flexible online, face-to-face or blended participation, with evening and weekend scheduling where available.
Assessment & completion
- • Short applied tasks linked to the published modules.
- • Practical component: Build a working MEL plan and mobile data form for a live project.
- • A final assessment or portfolio review covering the full syllabus.
- • Participation in guided sessions, discussions and group exercises.
Learner support
- • Session handouts, checklists and templates you keep after the course.
- • Case material and worked examples based on community and field practice.
- • Tutor guidance by WhatsApp between sessions.
How this programme is delivered
Online
Guided sessions and assignments you can follow from anywhere with a connection.
Face-to-face
Classroom sessions at our Mile 91 learning centre, including weekend and evening options.
Blended
A mix of online study with periodic in-person workshops, field exercises and simulations.
Career & professional pathways
This programme supports professional development; it does not guarantee employment, promotion or entry to a regulated occupation.
- Apply the programme’s tools in field, programme, coordination or community-facing responsibilities related to leadership, Governance & Research.
- Use the completed project or portfolio as evidence of applied professional development.
- Progress to related SLIHSD intermediate or advanced professional learning where available.
Fees & enrolment
- • Indicative programme fee: SLE 2,500.
- • One-off indicative registration fee: SLE 100.
- • Final fees, start date, delivery arrangement and any instalment option are confirmed in writing before commitment.
- • Submitting an application does not require payment and does not guarantee admission.
Regulatory & recognition notice
SLIHSD is a developing professional learning institution. Accreditation and formal recognition are subject to applicable regulatory approvals. Completion records an SLIHSD professional short course and is not presented as an accredited academic award.
Learners who complete all assessments receive an SLIHSD professional certificate of completion. This records completion of an SLIHSD short course and is not presented as an accredited academic award.
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