Close the gap between collecting data and using it to make decisions.
Learn to design M&E systems that track performance and produce evidence people act on, from logic models and indicators through to data analysis, reporting and the move beyond M&E to MERLA.
8 Live Sessions • 3 Weeks • Starts 24 Nov 2026
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The gap between data collection and data use remains one of the most persistent challenges in the development, public health and government sectors. This course closes that gap.
Participants will develop a clear understanding of the philosophy, principles, and purpose of M&E. They will distinguish between monitoring and evaluation, understand different types of evaluation, and appreciate the role of M&E across different programmatic and institutional contexts.
Develop an M&E framework and evaluation plan for a real or simulated programme, including indicators, data sources, data collection and reporting components.
Dr Braimoh Bello is a research specialist and biostatistician with a Master of Science in Medicine (Epidemiology and Biostatistics) from the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, and a PhD from Utrecht University, Netherlands.
Among others, he holds two certificates in advanced methods in epidemiology and biostatistics from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.
“I have always wanted to become an excellent migration policy analyst, and I knew understanding data was the missing piece. This course helped me connect data analysis with policy and governance. I can now independently explore findings, identify patterns and contribute more meaningfully to evidence-based migration policy discussions.”
“Having worked in data management for about 10 years, I discovered that there were things I had been doing without fully understanding why. This course gave me a clearer understanding of inferential statistics. I also learned valuable teaching techniques, particularly the importance of engaging students and respecting their time.”
“Before this course, I knew what data was but didn’t understand data analysis or how relevant it was to my work. I now see how it can help me organise information, interpret findings, track the impact of my interventions, improve my programmes and make better decisions in mental health and adolescent counselling.”
“I particularly appreciate the teaching method and the respect shown to every participant. I know I still have more to learn, but I now have the confidence and foundation to keep practising.”
Registration closes on Monday, 23 November 2026 at 11:59 PM WAT. Classes start Tuesday, 24 November 2026.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning (MERL) · Starts 24 November 2026. Fields marked * are required.
The course starts on 24 November 2026, with classes from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM West Africa Time (WAT). There are eight sessions: 24, 26 and 27 November, and 1, 3, 4, 8 and 10 December.
The training is delivered through live, interactive Zoom sessions. The Zoom link will be sent to participants.
The training fee is ₦100,000.
Yes. Participants receive a certificate of attendance.
Recordings of each session are provided, so you can catch up on anything you miss.
Programme and project managers, development practitioners, public sector planners, NGO and civil society professionals, policy analysts, public health professionals, researchers and postgraduate students.
Join the next MERL cohort and build a framework you can put to work. Training starts 24 November 2026.
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