This isan intensive training that seeks to bridge the gap between theory and practicein Monitoring and Evaluation (M & E) in the public and private sectors. Itcovers the fundamental concepts and tools for monitoring and evaluating publicand private sector development programmes and provides practical understandinginto elements needed to design, build and implement effective monitoring andevaluation plans for strategic and effective management decision making inpublic and private organisations in Africa.
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Duration: Monday., Junej 1 – Friday., June 12, 2026  
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Course Fee: GH¢10,000.
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Application Deadline: Monday., May 25, 2026

Course Description
The course provides an overview of the entireresearch process from proposal development to writing of the research report.It includes the most current data collection and analysis techniques in bothquantitative and qualitative methodologies.
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Duration: Mon., Nov 2 – Fri, Nov 6, 2026 (2 weeks)
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Course Fee: GH¢5,000.00
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Application Deadline: Mon., Oct 26, 2026

Course Description
Thiscourse focuses on the basic principles and methods of data processing (dataentry, cleaning and verification) and statistical data analysis applicable invarious fields of study. The emphasis will be on the choice of method for aparticular data set and interpretation of results. .
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Duration: Mon., November 9 – Fri., Nov 13, 2026 (2 weeks)
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Course Fee: GH¢5,500.00
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Application Deadline: Mon., Nov 2, 2026

Course Description
Thiscourse provides practical knowledge and skills on how to effectively manageprojects from inception through implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Itis taught by senior academics together with experienced project planners andmonitoring and evaluation specialists, and combines theory with computer-basedsoftware on Project Cycle Management. This programme will be extremely usefulfor professionals wishing to consolidate their knowledge of project planning,implementation, monitoring and evaluation..
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Duration: Mon., Nov 23 – Fri, Nov 271, 2026 (2 weeks)
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Course Fee: GH¢5,000.00
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Application Deadline: Mon., Nov 16, 2026

General Information

The full course fee, which covers course materials,lunch, snacks, and a certificate of completion, must be paid at least one weekbefore the commencement of the course.Paymentsshould be made through the following options:·       Access payments via the self-service portal at GCBPay https://gcbpay.gcbltd.com/.·       Visit any branch of GCB nationwide andmake payments via the GCB Eagle Pay platform.For invoices, customised training programmes, andenquiries regarding course suitability, please contact:The Short Courses Coordinator,                                           Institute of Statistical, Social & EconomicResearch (ISSER), P.O. Box LG 74, University of Ghana, Legon.Tel: 057 769 9900 / 057 7699902Email:  shortcourse.isser@ug.edu.ghWebsite: isser.ug.edu.gh
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