Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Project Monitoring and Evaluation    

Course ID:   261012 0101 289ESH

Course Dates :          12/10/2026             Course Duration :   5   Studying Day/s   Course Location: London,   United Kingdom

Language:  Arabic

Course Category:  Professional and CPD Training Programs

Course Subcategories:

Change & Transformation Management Operational Excellence Professional Practice & Standards Project & Programme Management Strategic Management

Course Certified By:  ESHub CPD & LondonUni - Executive Management Training

* Professional Training and CPD Programs
Leading to:
Executive Diploma Certificate
Leading to:
Executive Mini Masters Certificate
Leading to
Executive Masters Certificate

Certification Will Be Issued:  From London, United Kingdom


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Introduction

This five-day course teaches practical methods for monitoring and evaluating projects. You will learn how to set measurable indicators, collect reliable data, and turn evidence into decisions. The course covers design, implementation, analysis, and use of M&E in real projects. It responds to tighter funder reporting, the need for adaptive management, and pressure to demonstrate results.

Objectives

1. Design a results-based M&E framework with clear outcomes, indicators, baselines, and targets.
2. Develop and validate quantitative and qualitative indicators and a practical sampling plan.
3. Set up data collection and quality-assurance processes using common tools and templates.
4. Analyze monitoring and evaluation data and produce concise reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
5. Apply evaluation findings to adjust project activities, budgets, and communications with funders and partners.

Who Should Attend

1. Project Manager (responsible for project delivery and reporting)
2. Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer or Coordinator
3. Program Director or Head of Program
4. Field Operations Supervisor or Site Lead
5. Grants and Compliance Officer or Donor Liaison

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Course Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.

Week 1

Day 1

Monitoring and Evaluation Fundamentals
- Understanding the purpose of monitoring and evaluation
- Differentiating between monitoring and evaluation activities
- Linking M&E practices with project objectives

Results-Based M&E Frameworks
- Understanding results-based management principles
- Defining outcomes, outputs and activities
- Establishing logical links between project elements

Indicators and Targets
- Developing measurable project indicators
- Defining baselines and targets
- Ensuring indicators support project objectives

Day 2

Indicator Development
- Creating quantitative and qualitative indicators
- Selecting appropriate measurement approaches
- Validating indicator relevance and reliability

Data Collection Planning
- Designing practical data collection approaches
- Selecting appropriate data sources
- Developing sampling plans

Data Quality Management
- Establishing data quality standards
- Validating collected information
- Improving data accuracy and consistency

Day 3

M&E Data Collection Tools
- Using templates and tools for data collection
- Managing field data collection processes
- Supporting consistent information gathering

Data Analysis Methods
- Analysing monitoring data
- Interpreting evaluation findings
- Identifying project performance trends

Reporting and Dashboards
- Preparing M&E reports
- Developing stakeholder dashboards
- Communicating findings clearly

Day 4

Using M&E for Decision-Making
- Applying evidence to project decisions
- Identifying areas for adjustment
- Supporting adaptive project management

Project Performance Evaluation
- Assessing project effectiveness
- Reviewing progress against targets
- Identifying improvement opportunities

Stakeholder Reporting
- Communicating results to stakeholders
- Preparing funder and partner updates
- Supporting transparency and accountability

Day 5

M&E Implementation Planning
- Developing practical M&E implementation approaches
- Establishing monitoring routines
- Assigning roles and responsibilities

Improving M&E Practices
- Reviewing M&E effectiveness
- Identifying improvement actions
- Strengthening project learning processes

Review and Action Planning
- Reviewing project monitoring and evaluation tools and frameworks
- Preparing a personal implementation or development plan
- Course review, feedback and implementation planning

Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Course Information

Introduction

This five-day course teaches practical methods for monitoring and evaluating projects. You will learn how to set measurable indicators, collect reliable data, and turn evidence into decisions. The course covers design, implementation, analysis, and use of M&E in real projects. It responds to tighter funder reporting, the need for adaptive management, and pressure to demonstrate results.

Objectives

1. Design a results-based M&E framework with clear outcomes, indicators, baselines, and targets.
2. Develop and validate quantitative and qualitative indicators and a practical sampling plan.
3. Set up data collection and quality-assurance processes using common tools and templates.
4. Analyze monitoring and evaluation data and produce concise reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
5. Apply evaluation findings to adjust project activities, budgets, and communications with funders and partners.

Who Should Attend?

1. Project Manager (responsible for project delivery and reporting)
2. Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer or Coordinator
3. Program Director or Head of Program
4. Field Operations Supervisor or Site Lead
5. Grants and Compliance Officer or Donor Liaison

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.

Course Outlines

Week 1
Day 1

Monitoring and Evaluation Fundamentals
- Understanding the purpose of monitoring and evaluation
- Differentiating between monitoring and evaluation activities
- Linking M&E practices with project objectives

Results-Based M&E Frameworks
- Understanding results-based management principles
- Defining outcomes, outputs and activities
- Establishing logical links between project elements

Indicators and Targets
- Developing measurable project indicators
- Defining baselines and targets
- Ensuring indicators support project objectives

Day 2

Indicator Development
- Creating quantitative and qualitative indicators
- Selecting appropriate measurement approaches
- Validating indicator relevance and reliability

Data Collection Planning
- Designing practical data collection approaches
- Selecting appropriate data sources
- Developing sampling plans

Data Quality Management
- Establishing data quality standards
- Validating collected information
- Improving data accuracy and consistency

Day 3

M&E Data Collection Tools
- Using templates and tools for data collection
- Managing field data collection processes
- Supporting consistent information gathering

Data Analysis Methods
- Analysing monitoring data
- Interpreting evaluation findings
- Identifying project performance trends

Reporting and Dashboards
- Preparing M&E reports
- Developing stakeholder dashboards
- Communicating findings clearly

Day 4

Using M&E for Decision-Making
- Applying evidence to project decisions
- Identifying areas for adjustment
- Supporting adaptive project management

Project Performance Evaluation
- Assessing project effectiveness
- Reviewing progress against targets
- Identifying improvement opportunities

Stakeholder Reporting
- Communicating results to stakeholders
- Preparing funder and partner updates
- Supporting transparency and accountability

Day 5

M&E Implementation Planning
- Developing practical M&E implementation approaches
- Establishing monitoring routines
- Assigning roles and responsibilities

Improving M&E Practices
- Reviewing M&E effectiveness
- Identifying improvement actions
- Strengthening project learning processes

Review and Action Planning
- Reviewing project monitoring and evaluation tools and frameworks
- Preparing a personal implementation or development plan
- Course review, feedback and implementation planning