Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning

We provide MEAL training for international development practitioners to build capacity and increase positive social change. Using logic models and log frames, learn how to implement MEAL practices on our Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) training. Build confidence in how to define, collect, analyse and use information for results, accountability, and learning, and how to illustrate your organisational impact.

We address MEAL for the entire results chain to demonstrate the importance of using information and knowledge for learning and evidence-based decision making. Find out how to develop a learning M&E system, use new digital technologies, and explore techniques for monitoring remotely. Transform your learning to reality with guidance using your skills in a real-life context.

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DURATION

8 weeks or 5-10 days

LOCATION

Online and Face-to-Face

COST

Starting at £980

Why choose this course?

Do you need help with your MEAL plan? Do you want to refresh your knowledge, learn techniques and approaches, or develop a Log Frame? We will help you and your organisation become more effective by enhancing MEAL practices. Find out how you can advocate for an effective MEAL system so your organisation can become more responsive, strategic, and effective by using information and knowledge for evidence-based decision making.

Join us online or face-to-face for MEAL training for international development

We deliver our MEAL training for international development practitioners both online and face-to-face, so you can choose the course that's right for you and that will help you learn best. Our online course is 8 weeks long and covers the content of our 5-day face-to-face course. If you want even more MEAL training, you can join our 10-day face to face, or attend days 6-10 after completing our MEAL online course. This second week gives you the opportunity to put your new MEAL learning into practice, working with a live case study and further learning about Theory of Change, Knowledge Management and more. Want to find out more about our MEAL course options? Contact Us, and our team can help.

Are you an IMA alumni?

Have you completed MEAL face-to-face 5 -day or MEAL 8 weeks online? Strengthen your M&E skills and learning on days 6-10 of our 10-day MEAL course in Bangkok! We will cover how to repair logframes, revisit evaluations, and you will have the opportunity to go on a field visit to a local organisation to try out participatory data collection techniques first-hand, and further embed your learning. In the past we have visited local charities, NGOs and wildlife conservation sites. You will also learn how to develop a Theory of Change for an organisation, looking at big picture desired change, and gain vital skills in fostering a learning culture in your organisation for better knowledge management. Join us for more on MEAL to strengthen your organisational learning and develop your skills further to become a MEAL advocate! Contact Us to find out more.

Travel without the visa stress!

We know that travelling can come with the difficult process of visa applications. That’s why we are holding our training in Brighton, Cape Town and Bangkok – so you can get to the easiest place for you (and reduce your carbon footprint too!). The process to obtain a visa to enter certain countries, particularly the UK, is often lengthy and cannot be guaranteed. We are happy to provide support and assistance during the process however we would recommend that you attend our training in the location that will be easiest for you.

Through a mix of practical activities, theory and case examples, you will learn how to:

• Clarify key results with learning, and logical frameworks

• Combine qualitative and quantitative approaches to gather and interpret data

• Develop and work with a practical M&E system

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Objectives:

MEAL fundamentals

• Results approaches: outputs, outcomes and impact
• Relate M&E to your programme and project cycle
• Identify stakeholders and their differing needs and roles

Results framework

• Work with and beyond Log Frames

Theory of Change

• Develop different types of logic models
• Approaches to Theory of Change

Log Frames and Results frameworks

• Develop indicators at different results levels
• Define your assumptions and risks
• Identify means of verification

Gathering data and information

• Quantitative and qualitative approaches and instruments
• Data organisation, quality assurance and analysis
• Design baseline, evaluation and impact studies
• Participatory data collection methodologies
• Digital and remote MEAL

Reviews and evaluations

• How to use reviews for agile decision making
• Using baseline data
• Evaluation types and methods
• Developing a ToR (Terms of Reference)

MEAL systems and plans

• Prepare a tailored MEAL plan
• The complete MEAL system

The learning organisation

• Use M&E information and evidence for decision-making
• Identify ways to foster a learning culture
• Become M&E change agents and champions

Learn in a way that suits your situation.

Find out more about our delivery methods:

Face to face learning

Online learning

Blended learning

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"I would absolutely recommend this M&E training program for everybody in the development industry. Especially good for those who want to build their career in M&E, they wouldn’t regret it."

ABDUL KHABIR MIRZAKHAIL;
THE ASIA FOUNDATION

"This course was so rich, fulfilling and eye opening. The emphasis on learning in MEAL has really stood out for me and will be my take home message."

BARNABAS MORAKE;
MEAL ONLINE ALUMI

This course has a 5-day and ten day option for face-to-face training.
The online course has six 90 minute webinars.

05/12/2025

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