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Diploma In Monitoring And Evaluation

Diploma In Monitoring And Evaluation (DIMAE) is offered as a DIPLOMA course examined by FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE. A certificate of completion is issued upon completion of this course. For more information about this course, use the tabs below to navigate.

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Entry Requirements

C-

Duration: 12 Months

Delivery Method: Online

Fee Structure

Full Course Fees
Registration Fee	KES 1,000.00 ($ 10.00)
Certification Fee	KES 0.00 ($ 0.00)
Administration Fee	KES 5,000.00 ($ 50.00)
Internal Exam Fee	KES 15,000.00 ($ 150.00)
External Exam Fee	KES 0.00 ($ 0.00)
Examining Body Membership Fee *	KES 0.00 ($ 0.00)
Tuition Fee	KES 108,000.00 ($ 1,080.00)
Fees Totals	KES 129,000.00 ($ 1,290.00)
* Examining Body Membership Fee may be payable through us or directly to the Examining Body

All Fees are payable in lumpusm or in installments, for details see below.
Breakdown per semester,

Trimester	Total Per Trimester
Trimester 1	KES 43,000.00 ($ 430.00)
Trimester 2	KES 43,000.00 ($ 430.00)
Trimester 3	KES 43,000.00 ($ 430.00)
Total	KES 129,000.00 ($ 1,290.00)

NB: Fees are payable in 3 installments as detailed below:

The trimester fees of KES 43,000.00 ($ 430.00) is payable in 3 installments of KES 14,333.33 ($ 143.33)

Course Requirements

All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs

Practical Requirements (where applicable)

For courses that require practicals, a separate fee is chargable (not included in fee structure above) as follows:

Short courses - KES 5,000
Certificate courses - KES 7,500
Diploma courses - KES 10,000

Course Units/Overview

Module I

1.DIMAE001 :Project Planning & Management

2.DIMAE002 :Monitoring And Evaluation Design And Implementation

3.DIMAE003 :Participatory M&E

4. DIMAE004 :Results Based M&E

5.DIMAE005 :Project Management Governance And Accountability

6.DIMAE006 :Impact Assessment And Evaluation

Module II

7. DIMAE007: Social Research Methods

8.DIMAE008: Advocacy And Lobbying In Monitoring And Evaluation

9.DIMAE009: Proposal Writing

10.DIMAE010: Basic Statistics

11.DIMAE011: Gender In M&E

12.DIMAE012: Ethics In M&E

Module III

13.DIMAE013: Emerging Issues In M&E

14.DIMAE014: M&E Data Analysis

15.DIMAE015: M&E Report Writing And Presentation

16.DIMAE016: SDG&M&E

17.DIMAE017: Statistics Basic

18.DIMAE018: M&E Research Project

Unit ID	Unit Name
DIMAE001	Project Planning & Management
DIMAE002	Monitoring And Evaluation Design And Implementation
DIMAE003	Participatory M&E
DIMAE004	Results Based M&E
DIMAE005	Project Management Governance And Accountability
DIMAE006	Impact Assessment And Evaluation
DIMAE007	Social Research Methods
DIMAE008	Advocacy And Lobbying In Monitoring And Evaluation
DIMAE009	Proposal Writing
DIMAE010	Basic Statistics
DIMAE011	Gender In M&E
DIMAE012	Ethics In M&E
DIMAE013	Emerging Issues In M&E
DIMAE014	M&E Data Analysis
DIMAE015	M&E Report Writing And Presentation
DIMAE016	SDG&M&E
DIMAE017	Statistics Basic
DIMAE018	M&E Research Project

Course Description

Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation

Course overview;

The Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation is a comprehensive course designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to effectively monitor and evaluate programs, projects and policies across various sectors. This course provides a solid foundation in key concepts, methodologies, and tools essential for conducting systematic assessments, performance monitoring and impact evaluations. Students will learn how to design and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks, collect and analyze data, develop performance indicators, and communicate evaluation findings to stakeholders.

By the end of the course, students will have the expertise to play a crucial role in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of development interventions, contributing to improved outcomes and informed policy decisions.

Minimum Entry Requirement.

Grade C-

Mode of Delivery

Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, online interactive devices and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials

Program Objectives

By the end of this program, learners should be able to;

Understand the fundamental concepts and principles of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) in various context
Gain proficiency in designing and implementing M&E frameworks and systems for development programs and projects
Develop skills in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to assess the effectiveness and impact of development interventions
Acquire knowledge of different M&E tools and techniques, including qualitative and quantitative methods, for data collection and analysis
Learn how to effectively communicate M&E findings and recommendations to stakeholders through comprehensive reports and presentations
Explore ethical considerations and best practices in M&E, ensuring the protection of human subjects and the responsible use of data
Develop the ability to identify and address challenges and limitations in M&E processes, such as data quality issues and evaluation biases
Gain practical experience through hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world projects to apply M&E concepts and tools in practical settings

Skills gained

Skills to develop comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plans
Proficiency in collecting, analyzing and interpreting data for effective evaluation
Design and implement evaluations using appropriate methodologies
Skills in presenting evaluation findings through visualizations and reports
Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills are fostered to ensure collaboration and understanding
Manage data quality and adhere to ethical standards in monitoring and evaluation
Problem-solving and decision-making skills are honed to address challenges in monitoring and evaluation processes

Career opportunities

Data Analyst
Research Analyst
Policy Analyst
Project Coordinator/Manager
Evaluation Consultant
Program Coordinator
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Reasons as to why you should study this course

Enhances employability and opens up diverse career opportunities
You can have positive social impact and improves program outcomes
You’ll gain transferable skills
Contributes to personal and professional growth
It is a good way of exposure

Course Instructor(s)

PAULA KALUU WAMBUA

DOUGLAS MWANGI MAINA

BENSON HURIA KARUMBA

MOSES RAPHAEL OGOLA

SOSTEN BARACK OCHIENG

NICODEMUS M. KITUKUTHA

EMMAH GATHONI KIMANI

JAMES MBURU KIMANI

SIMON MUTUKU MULUNGYE

EDWINE NYAKUNDI ANYANGO

CHARLES OTIENO NDEDE

Examining Body

FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE

FAQs

Q1. How many intakes are there?

There are three intakes in a year as follows:

Cohort	Name	Term Period	Months	Registration Window
January Intake	Trimester 1	Jan 1 — Apr 30	4	Anytime
May Intake	Trimester 2	May 1 — Aug 31	4	Anytime
September Intake	Trimester 3	Sep 1 — Dec 31	4	Anytime

Q2. In how many installments can I pay the fees?

Payments can be done in 3 installments as specified in the fee structure.

Q3. When can I sit for the exams?

Internal exams are activated for students individually.
External exams (where applicable) are booked one month after you complete the course.

Refer to the external examining body for more details and requirements before seating for their exams.

Q4: Is this college accredited/approved?

Yes. The college is approved under the ministry of education, through TVETA, and also through National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

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