Diploma in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (DMEAL)-4th Batch

Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the Fundamentals of MEAL:  Develop a strong foundation in monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning principles.
• Design and Implement MEAL Systems: Learn how to create and manage MEAL frameworks for projects.
• Develop Effective Indicators and Data Collection Methods: Learn how to create performance indicators and collect high-quality data.
• Analyze and Interpret Data: Develop methods to analyze qualitative and quantitative data.
• Assess Impact and Effectiveness of Projects: Learn how to measure project outcomes and assess impact.
• Ensure Accountability and Stakeholder Engagement: Develop strategies to engage stakeholders and ensure project transparency.
• Leverage Technology for MEAL: Learn how to use GIS, mobile data collection, and remote sensing to improve MEAL systems.
• Adapt and Improve Project Performance: Develop strategies to apply learning and improve project outcomes.
• Manage MEAL in Different Sectors: Learn how to adapt MEAL frameworks to health, education, agriculture, and humanitarian contexts.
• Conduct Ethical Evaluations: Ensure that evaluations are conducted with integrity, fairness, and cultural sensitivity.

Units & Modules:

U-1: Introduction to MEAL
M-1-Introduction to Meal
M-2-Principles of Monitoring
M-3-Principles of Evaluation
M-4-Accountability and Learning

U-2: Designing MEAL Systems
M-5-Meal System Design
M-6-Indicator Development
M-7-Data Management
M-8-Information and Communication Technology ICT in Meal

U-3: Data Collection and Analysis
M-9-Qualitative Data Collection Methods
M-10-Quantitative Data Collection Methods
M-11-Data Analysis
M-12-Utilizng Data for Decision Making

U-4: Evaluation and Impact Assessment
M-13-Impact Assessment
M-14-Advanced Evaluation Methods
M-15-Utilization Focused Evaluation
M-16-Ethical Consideration in Evaluation

U-5: MEAL in Practice
M-17: Meal in Project Cycle Management
M-18: Learning and Adaptive Management
M-19: Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting
M-20: MEAL in Humanitarian and Development Contexts

U-6: MEAL Tools and Technologies
M-21: MEAL Software and Tools
M-22: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in MEAL
M-23: Mobile Data Collection
M-24: Remote Sensing and Earth Observation

U-7: MEAL in Specific Sectors
M-25: Health and Nutrition MEAL
M-26: Education and Skills Development MEAL
M-27: Agriculture and Food Security MEAL
M-28: Humanitarian MEAL

U-8: Capstone Project Development
M-29: Project Proposal Development
M-30: Project Implementation
M-31: Project Presentation
M-32: Project Evaluation and Reflection

This program is Validated and Quality Assured by ProfQual - UK. [www.profqual.org.uk]

Features:
Duration: 6 Months
Modules: 32
Class schedule: Sunday 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM GMT
Short Video Material: Will Provided
Mode of Learning: Virtual Class (Via Zoom)

Post Completion:

• Electronic Certificate
• Digital Badge via Credly.com
• Printed Certificate available

Exam Method:
Number of Exams: 08 (Each unit has One Exam)

• Number of Questions: 20 MCQ Questions + 2 Written Questions (Each Exam)
• MCQ Question Mark: 2 * 20=40
• Written Question Mark: 30 * 2= 60
• Exam Duration: 60 Minutes
• Total Marks: 100 (Each Exam)
• Pass Mark: 50%

Assignment: 

• Total Assignments: 
• 01 Pre-Course Assignment (Learning Purpose)
• 01 Capstone Projects
  • Assignment Marks: 300
  • Pass Mark: 50%

Name: James Mwangi
Designation: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Country: Kenya
"This course gave me the tools to improve data collection and develop effective MEAL frameworks."

Name: Abigail Mensah
Designation: Project Manager
Country: Ghana
"Understanding how to design MEAL systems helped me improve project performance and stakeholder engagement."

Name: David Banda
Designation: Humanitarian Program Coordinator
Country: South Africa
"The evaluation and impact assessment module helped me measure the success of our development programs."

Name: Sarah Okeke
Designation: Research Analyst
Country: Nigeria
"Learning about data analysis and reporting improved my ability to generate actionable insights."

Name: Joseph Kamau
Designation: MEAL Specialist
Country: Tanzania
"The course gave me the confidence to design and implement MEAL systems for large-scale projects."

• MEAL System Design
  • Proficiency in developing MEAL frameworks and defining key performance indicators.
• Data Collection and Analysis
  • Skill in gathering and analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data.
• Accountability and Reporting
  • Ability to engage stakeholders and report on project progress and outcomes.
• Evaluation and Impact Assessment
  • Competence in assessing project effectiveness and measuring impact.
• Technology and Data Management
  • Expertise in using MEAL software, GIS, and mobile data collection tools.
• Adaptive Learning
  • Skill in applying insights to improve project strategies and outcomes.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Ability to involve stakeholders in MEAL processes and ensure accountability.
• Ethical and Transparent Evaluation
  • Competence in conducting evaluations with fairness, integrity, and cultural sensitivity.