Course Details

Project Cycle Management and Results-Based Monitoring Training Course

INTRODUCTION

The Project Cycle Management (PCM) and Results-Based Monitoring (RBM) Training Course is a 10-day intensive program designed to equip professionals with the skills to manage projects from inception to completion, using a results-oriented approach. The course covers all stages of the project cycle, from planning, design, and implementation to monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. Participants will learn how to apply results-based management frameworks and tools to ensure that project objectives align with intended outcomes and impact. Practical exercises, case studies, and hands-on projects will provide participants with actionable insights to enhance project effectiveness and accountability.

DURATION

10 days

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is suitable for:

• Project managers and team leaders in development, government, NGOs, and private sector organizations
• Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) officers
• Program managers and coordinators
• Donor agency representatives and funding organization staff
• Anyone involved in project planning, implementation, and assessment processes

 COURSE OBJECTIVES

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

• Understand and apply the principles and steps of Project Cycle Management
• Utilize results-based management tools to design, implement, monitor, and evaluate projects effectively
• Develop and use logical frameworks (logframes) for project planning and assessment
• Design measurable indicators for tracking project performance and impact
• Conduct effective results-based monitoring and evaluation (M&E)
• Generate data-driven reports that clearly demonstrate project progress and impact
• Identify and manage risks throughout the project cycle
• Apply lessons learned to improve project planning and outcomes

 COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Introduction to Project Cycle Management (PCM)

• Overview of the project cycle and stages of PCM
• The importance of PCM in project success
• Key principles of project management
• Group exercise on the project cycle in real-life scenarios

Module 2: Project Identification and Stakeholder Analysis

• Identifying project needs, objectives, and scope
• Stakeholder analysis and engagement strategies
• Developing problem trees and objective trees
• Stakeholder analysis exercise and problem tree mapping

Module 3: Project Design and Logical Framework (Logframe) Development

• Introduction to the logical framework approach
• Developing goals, objectives, outcomes, and outputs
• Logframe design, including indicators, assumptions, and risks
• Logframe creation for a sample project

Module 4: Planning for Results-Based Monitoring (RBM)

• Introduction to results-based monitoring and management
• Designing key performance indicators (KPIs) and results indicators
• Establishing baselines and targets for effective monitoring
• Workshop on setting SMART indicators

Module 5: Project Implementation and Resource Management

• Developing a detailed project implementation plan
• Resource allocation, budgeting, and scheduling
• Managing teams and roles during implementation
• Project scheduling and budgeting exercise

Module 6: Risk Management and Contingency Planning

• Identifying potential risks in project management
• Developing a risk management plan
• Contingency planning for effective project resilience
• Risk identification and mitigation workshop

Module 7: Monitoring Techniques and Data Collection for PCM

• Developing a monitoring framework
• Data collection methods (quantitative and qualitative)
• Tools and software for effective data collection and monitoring
• Data collection exercise using project case studies

Module 8: Project Evaluation and Impact Assessment

• Principles of evaluation (formative and summative evaluation)
• Assessing outcomes and impact in results-based monitoring
• Conducting mid-term and end-of-project evaluations
• Evaluation case studies and group discussions

Module 9: Data Analysis, Reporting, and Communication

• Analyzing data for results-based reporting
• Writing clear, concise, and informative project reports
• Communicating results to stakeholders
• Report-writing workshop with sample data analysis

Module 10: Lessons Learned, Knowledge Management, and Course Wrap-Up

• Capturing lessons learned for future project improvement
• Knowledge management practices in PCM
• Summary of key takeaways and Q&A session

 CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com