Intermediate Certificate in Monitoring & Evaluation
Advance your M&E expertise with an intensive 5-day programme. Build on foundation knowledge through 5 comprehensive modules and 30 expert-led topics. Perfect for project officers, M&E assistants, and development professionals.
Your 5-Day Intermediate M&E Journey
Five progressive modules designed to deepen your understanding of M&E frameworks, data analytics, evaluation designs, reporting, and system strengthening.
Advanced M&E Frameworks & Design
- Review of Foundation M&E Concepts and Results Chain
- Deep Dive into Theory of Change: Pathways and Assumptions
- Logical Framework Analysis (LFA): Problem Tree, Objective Tree, Strategy Analysis
- Results-Based Management (RBM) Principles and Applications
- Selecting Appropriate M&E Approaches for Different Project Types
- Developing a Comprehensive M&E Framework: Templates and Best Practices
Advanced Indicators & Performance Measurement
- SMART+ Indicators: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time‑bound, Trackable
- Qualitative vs Quantitative Indicators: When and How to Use Each
- Developing Performance Indicator Matrices (PIM) with Baselines and Targets
- Disaggregation Strategies: Gender, Age, Disability, Geographic
- Data Sources Mapping: Routine Information Systems, Surveys, Administrative Data
- Setting Realistic Targets and Benchmarks Using Historical Data
Data Collection, Quality & Analysis
- Selecting Data Collection Methods: Surveys, Key Informant Interviews, FGDs, Observation
- Sampling Techniques: Probability and Non-Probability Sampling for M&E
- Questionnaire Design and Pre‑testing for Validity and Reliability
- Data Quality Assurance: Routine Data Quality Assessments (RDQA) and DQA Protocols
- Introduction to Data Cleaning, Validation, and Management
- Basic to Intermediate Data Analysis: Descriptive Statistics, Cross-tabulations, and Visualisation
Evaluation Designs & Impact Assessment
- Types of Evaluation: Formative, Summative, Process, Outcome, Impact
- Evaluation Designs: Experimental, Quasi‑Experimental, and Non‑Experimental
- Introduction to Impact Evaluation: Counterfactual and Attribution
- Common Quasi‑Experimental Methods: Difference‑in‑Differences, Propensity Score Matching
- Developing Terms of Reference (ToR) for Evaluations
- Evaluation Ethics and Managing Stakeholder Expectations
M&E Systems, Reporting & Learning
- Designing and Strengthening M&E Systems for Organisations and Projects
- M&E Plans: Components, Budgeting, and Operationalisation
- Data Reporting Formats: Dashboards, Scorecards, Narrative Reports
- Communicating M&E Findings to Different Audiences (Donors, Communities, Management)
- Using M&E Data for Adaptive Management and Decision‑Making
- Building a Learning Culture: Feedback Loops, After‑Action Reviews, and Knowledge Management
Upon successful completion, you receive a verified Intermediate Certificate in Monitoring & Evaluation (Level 2) – blockchain-secured, globally recognised. No prerequisites other than basic M&E awareness or completion of our Foundation Certificate.
Take Your M&E Career to the Next Level
Ideal for professionals who have basic M&E knowledge and want to gain practical, intermediate-level skills demanded by employers.
Advanced Frameworks
Master Theory of Change, RBM, and Logical Framework at an intermediate level.
Data Analysis Skills
Learn to clean, analyse, and visualise M&E data with confidence.
Evaluation Design
Understand impact evaluation designs and write Terms of Reference.
System Strengthening
Design practical M&E systems and dashboards for real-world use.
Designed For M&E Practitioners
This intermediate programme is perfect for those ready to move beyond the basics.
What Our Intermediate Graduates Say
"The 5-day intermediate course gave me the confidence to lead M&E planning for my organisation. The modules on evaluation designs and data quality were game-changing."
— Grace M., Kenya
"I had some M&E foundation but needed practical skills. The dashboard and reporting session was incredibly useful. My manager noticed the improvement immediately."
— Daniel O., Nigeria
"Well-structured, interactive, and focused on real-world application. The Theory of Change module alone was worth the investment. Highly recommended for anyone in development."
— Sunita R., India
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