Impact Evaluation Methods Training Course

Module 1: Introduction to Impact Evaluation

·       What is impact evaluation and why is it important?

·       Distinguishing between impact evaluation and other types of evaluation

·       The counterfactual and the challenge of attribution

·       Key concepts: theory of change, causal pathways, and evaluation questions

·       Practical session: A group discussion to identify appropriate evaluation questions for a project

Module 2: The Impact Evaluation Planning Process

·       Developing an impact evaluation plan

·       Feasibility analysis and timing considerations

·       Engaging stakeholders in the evaluation design process

·       Budgeting and resourcing for impact evaluation

·       Practical session: Drafting a preliminary impact evaluation plan for a new program

Module 3: Experimental Designs (Randomized Controlled Trials)

·       Principles of Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs)

·       Steps for designing and implementing an RCT

·       Strengths and limitations of RCTs

·       Practical considerations for randomization in real-world settings

·       Practical session: A hands-on exercise to design an RCT for a health intervention

Module 4: Quasi-Experimental Designs

·       Introduction to quasi-experimental methods

·       Difference-in-differences and its application

·       Propensity Score Matching (PSM) and its steps

·       Regression Discontinuity Design (RDD)

·       Practical session: A case study analysis to determine which quasi-experimental method is most suitable

Module 5: Non-Experimental Designs

·       Overview of non-experimental methods and their limitations

·       When to use non-experimental designs

·       Introduction to qualitative methods for assessing impact

·       Contribution analysis and process tracing as alternative methods

·       Practical session: A group exercise to design a contribution analysis for a policy intervention

Module 6: Data Collection for Impact Evaluation

·       Designing data collection tools for impact evaluation

·       Baseline, midline, and endline surveys

·       Qualitative data collection for understanding causal pathways

·       Ensuring data quality and reliability

·       Practical session: Creating a data collection plan that aligns with a chosen evaluation design

Module 7: Data Analysis for Impact Evaluation

·       Analyzing data from different evaluation designs

·       Interpreting the results of an impact evaluation

·       Using statistical software to analyze quantitative data

·       Synthesizing qualitative and quantitative findings

·       Practical session: Analyzing a dataset from a simulated impact evaluation and interpreting the results

Module 8: Economic Evaluation Methods

·       Introduction to economic evaluations: Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA)

·       Understanding Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (CEA)

·       When to use economic evaluations in conjunction with impact evaluations

·       Key steps in conducting an economic evaluation

·       Practical session: A case study to perform a simple cost-effectiveness analysis

Module 9: Ethical Considerations and Quality Assurance

·       Ethical principles in impact evaluation (e.g., informed consent, beneficence)

·       Addressing ethical challenges in experimental designs

·       Developing a quality assurance plan for impact evaluation

·       The importance of reporting limitations and assumptions

·       Practical session: A group discussion to identify and address ethical dilemmas in a case study

Module 10: Impact Evaluation Design Workshop

·       Reviewing all evaluation methods and their applications

·       Participants work in groups to design a complete impact evaluation for a real-world project

·       Peer review of the evaluation designs

·       Developing a presentation to pitch the evaluation design

·       Practical session: Finalizing and presenting an impact evaluation design plan

Requirements:

·       Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

·       Applicants must live up to Phoenix Training Center admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

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1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

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3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

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