Post Graduate Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation (PGD M&E)

Rationale of the proposed programme

This programme is designed to meet the training needs of people who intend to become monitoring and evaluation practitioners in the public and private sectors, especially in the fields of programmes, projects, development, health, education, and environmental fields. Employment opportunities for graduates from the programme exists in Government, civil societies, NGOS, international organisations engaged in development activities and commercial firms engaged in social activities.  International organizations providing evaluation support, advice and expertise for development in developing economies (African Development Bank, World Bank, International Monetary Fund, and World Health Organization); Private sector, multinational corporations and local firms

Minimum  Requirement 

Minimum Entry Requirements for a Post graduate in  Monitoring and Evaluation (PGD M&E) degree.

•  Holder of a minimum of relevant Bachelor`s degree from Mount Kenya University or any other recognized university  Or
•    Other relevant equivalent qualifications approved by the senate

Mode of delivery of the proposed programme

1. Full time (Regular)
2. Part time/evening
3. School based
4. Weekend intensive
5. Online/distance learning

Program objectives

1. To help Students develop an understanding of basic theoretical concepts applied in M&E.
2. To encourage students to develop critical analysis in examining developmental situations
3. To equip students with skills to participate and handle development projects at community, national and international levels competently
4. To empower students with development research skills and prepare them  for progression to higher levels of study
5.  To encourage students to become proactive, creative, independent thinkers and analytical in aspects affecting their day-to-day aspects.
6. To provide students with understanding of cross-disciplinary approaches to demographic, social-cultural, economic and environmental factors and structures, uneven development and its impact to local, regional and global scales

Fees

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Application form

Applications can be downloded here , you can also submit your application online here