Project Management Monitoring And Evaluation With Ms Projects Workshop

Introduction

In today's project-driven environment, there is increasing demand from multilateral agencies, funding bodies, and private companies to demonstrate effective monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of projects. The Project Management Monitoring and Evaluation with MS Projects Workshop is designed to equip participants with the skills necessary to use MS Project software for planning, monitoring, and evaluating projects. This training ensures that projects are carried out as planned and modified when necessary, leading to successful outcomes and informed decision-making. The course emphasizes the importance of effective project monitoring for making timely adjustments and tracking progress. Participants will learn how to design evaluation systems, document changes, and report to stakeholders using MS Project. By the end of the Project Management Monitoring and Evaluation with MS Projects course, attendees will gain expertise in setting measurable objectives, creating monitoring systems, and analyzing project performance to meet organizational goals.

Course Objectives

By the end of this Project Management Monitoring and Evaluation with MS Projects course, participants will be able to:

• Introduce the project cycle and identify key planning issues.
• Use Microsoft Project software for project planning and monitoring.
• Prepare evaluation designs and document changes effectively.
• Produce and share comprehensive project reports with stakeholders.
• Understand strategies and techniques for monitoring and evaluating projects.
• Design and implement effective monitoring and evaluation systems and plans.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

This Project Management Monitoring and Evaluation with MS Projects course is ideal for:

• Project management officials
• Government officials
• Department heads and program managers
• Policy makers and program implementers
• Development practitioners and activists
• NGO and CSO members
• University researchers

Course Content

Project Management Overview

• Introduction to project management
• Overview of project management frameworks and processes

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)

• Introduction to M&E and results-based management (RBM)
• Setting project objectives and targets to facilitate M&E

Project Planning and Human Resource Organization

• Understanding the project cycle
• Organizing the project's human resources
• Using the logical framework as a project design and M&E tool

Tools and Methods for M&E

• Tools and approaches that facilitate M&E
• Results-based and participatory M&E

Using MS Project for Project Management and Monitoring

• Introduction to MS Project as a management and monitoring tool
• Setting up project plans, schedules, and resources in MS Project
• Tracking progress and making adjustments using MS Project

Evaluations, Learning, and Improvement

• Conducting project evaluations to measure progress
• Analyzing project data for continuous improvement

Communicating and Reporting M&E Findings

• Preparing reports and communicating findings to stakeholders
• Tools for effective project reporting

Practical Group Exercises

• Hands-on activities to apply MS Project and M&E strategies

Recap and Closure

• Review of key concepts
• Final group discussions and closing remarks

General Notes

• This course is delivered by seasoned trainers with vast experience in project management and monitoring. The course integrates practical activities, theory, group work, and case studies.
• Participants will receive comprehensive training manuals and additional reference materials.
• Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate.
• We also offer tailor-made courses to meet specific organizational needs. For more information, contact us at training@skillsforafrica.org.
• The training will take place at the Skills for Africa Training Institute in Nairobi, Kenya.
• The training fee includes tuition, materials, lunch, and the venue. Accommodation and airport transfers can be arranged upon request.
• Payment should be made to our bank account before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to training@skillsforafrica.org.