Project Appraisal & Impact Evaluation
| Location | Duration | Kenyan Cost | Non-Kenyan Cost | Upcoming Schedules |
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| Nairobi, Kenya | 5 Days | KES 100,000 | USD 1,300 |
| Location | Duration | Non-Kenyan Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | 5 Days | USD 550 |
| Register |
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Project Appraisal & Impact Evaluation
About the Course
This course equips professionals with the skills to appraise projects before implementation and
evaluate their impact after completion. Participants will learn how to assess the feasibility,
viability, and strategic value of proposed projects, as well as how to design and conduct rigorous
impact evaluations that generate credible evidence of project outcomes and value.
Target Participants
- ● Project appraisal and evaluation specialists
- ● Development sector and NGO professionals
- ● Government and public sector programme officers
- ● Donor and funding agency staff
- ● Economists and policy analysts
- ● Senior managers making investment decisions
What You Will Learn
- ● Understand the purpose and principles of project appraisal and impact evaluation
- ● Conduct financial and economic appraisals of proposed projects
- ● Apply cost-benefit and cost-effectiveness analysis
- ● Assess social, environmental, and strategic dimensions of projects
- ● Design rigorous impact evaluation frameworks
- ● Apply experimental and quasi-experimental evaluation methods
- ● Manage data collection and analysis for impact evaluation
- ● Interpret and communicate evaluation findings
- ● Use appraisal and evaluation evidence for decision-making
- ● Meet donor and accountability requirements for impact evaluation
Course Duration
- ● Face-to-face workshops: 5 days
- ● Virtual Training: 7 days
- ● LMS: Self-paced learning
Course Outline
Foundations of Project Appraisal
- ● What is project appraisal and when it is conducted
- ● Types of appraisal: financial, economic, social, and environmental
- ● The project appraisal process and decision criteria
- ● Stakeholder roles in project appraisal
- ● Appraisal in the context of the project cycle
Financial and Economic Appraisal
- ● Financial feasibility and viability assessment
- ● Net present value (NPV) and internal rate of return (IRR)
- ● Cost-benefit analysis: principles and application
- ● Cost-effectiveness analysis
- ● Sensitivity analysis and scenario testing
Social and Environmental Appraisal
- ● Social impact assessment principles
- ● Environmental impact assessment overview
- ● Gender and equity considerations in appraisal
- ● Stakeholder consultation in appraisal processes
- ● Appraisal for sustainability and long-term viability
Foundations of Impact Evaluation
- ● What is impact evaluation and why it matters
- ● The counterfactual: establishing what would have happened without the project
- ● Types of impact evaluation: experimental and quasi-experimental
- ● Attribution, contribution, and causality
- ● Selecting the right evaluation design
Financial and Economic Appraisal
- ● Financial feasibility and viability assessment
- ● Net present value (NPV) and internal rate of return (IRR)
- ● Cost-benefit analysis: principles and application
- ● Cost-effectiveness analysis
- ● Sensitivity analysis and scenario testing
Social and Environmental Appraisal
- ● Social impact assessment principles
- ● Environmental impact assessment overview
- ● Gender and equity considerations in appraisal
- ● Stakeholder consultation in appraisal processes
- ● Appraisal for sustainability and long-term viability
Foundations of Impact Evaluation
- ● What is impact evaluation and why it matters
- ● The counterfactual: establishing what would have happened without the project
- ● Types of impact evaluation: experimental and quasi-experimental
- ● Attribution, contribution, and causality
- ● Selecting the right evaluation design
Impact Evaluation Methods
- ● Randomised controlled trials (RCTs)
- ● Difference-in-differences analysis
- ● Regression discontinuity design
- ● Propensity score matching
- ● Mixed-methods and participatory evaluation approaches
Analysis, Reporting, and Use of Findings
- ● Analysing quantitative and qualitative evaluation data
- ● Interpreting findings and assessing significance
- ● Writing impact evaluation reports for different audiences
- ● Communicating results to funders, policymakers, and communities
- ● Using appraisal and evaluation findings for learning and decision-making
Training Approach
This course will be delivered through a coaching-first approach that goes beyond traditional
instruction. Whether in our Nairobi classroom, live virtual cohorts, or through our White Label
LMS, participants engage in a safe and nonjudgmental learning environment designed for
meaningful transformation.
We focus on the individual behind the professional title, connecting with the heart before
training the mind. This approach encourages reflection, practical application, and deeper
engagement, ensuring that learning is not only understood but also internalized and applied with
confidence.
Certification
Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course, recognizing their
knowledge and practical competence.
Customized Training Solutions
This course can also be delivered as a tailor-made program, designed to address the specific
needs, priorities, and operational challenges of your organization.