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ENT803Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Monitoring And Supervision Of Entrepeneurship Development Programmes

This course provides an in-depth exploration of monitoring and supervision within Entrepreneurship Development Programmes (EDPs). It covers essential concepts such as planning, monitoring, evaluation, and supervision, emphasizing their inter-linkages and dependencies. Students will learn about monitoring and supervision systems, indicators, and processes. The course also addresses data collection, analysis, reporting, and the use of data for management action and decision-making, while also exploring current trends and challenges in the field.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Entrepreneurship DevelopmentMonitoringSupervisionEvaluationPlanning

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Planning in EDPs

2

Monitoring in EDPs

3

Evaluation in EDPs

4

Supervision in EDPs

5

Data Collection and Analysis

6

Results-Based Management

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Project Manager

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Program Coordinator

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Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

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Entrepreneurship Development Consultant

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Government AgenciesNon-Governmental OrganizationsDevelopment BanksConsulting FirmsEntrepreneurship Centers

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

MODULE I

4h

Unit 1: Introduction

2 study hours
  • Understand the background of monitoring and supervision in EDPs
  • Define Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP)

Unit 2: Definitions and Objectives of Entrepreneurial Development Programmes (EDP)

2 study hours
  • Define Entrepreneurial Development Programmes (EDP)
  • Explain the Need for EDPs
  • Describe the Objectives of Entrepreneurial Development Programmes
Week
2

MODULE I

4h

Unit 3: Basic Concepts and Nature of Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Supervision

2 study hours
  • Define Planning and its nature
  • Define Monitoring and its nature
  • Define Evaluation and its nature
  • Define Supervision and its nature

Unit 4: Rationale for Monitoring, Evaluation and Supervision in Entrepreneurship Development Programmes (EDP)

2 study hours
  • Understand the rationale for Monitoring, Evaluation and Supervision in Entrepreneurship Development Programmes
  • Identify areas of weaknesses in EDPs
Week
3

MODULE II

4h

Unit 5: Monitoring and Entrepreneurship Development Programmes

4 study hours
  • Understand monitoring in detail
  • Explain the Objectives of monitoring
  • Describe the Benefits of monitoring
  • Explain the Scope of monitoring
  • Describe the Principles of monitoring
  • Identify the Types of monitoring
Week
4

MODULE II

4h

Unit 6: Evaluation in Entrepreneurship Development Programmes

4 study hours
  • Understand the Why and Uses of Evaluation
  • Describe the Evaluation Norms and Standards
  • Identify the Types of Evaluation
  • Explain the Specific Considerations for Planning Evaluations
  • Describe the Steps in the Evaluation Process
  • Explain Evaluation Objectives and Criteria
Week
5

MODULE II

4h

Unit 7: Supervision and Entrepreneurship Development Prgrammes

4 study hours
  • Understand supervision means in detail
  • Explain the Functions of Supervision
  • Describe the Context of Supervision
  • Understand the Historical Evidence of Supervision
  • Explain the Processes in supervision
  • Understand the drama triangle
  • Describe the Skills for supervision
  • Explain the Outcomes-focused supervision
  • Understand the Group supervision
  • Explain the Implications for practice
Week
6

MODULE II

4h

Unit 8: Comparison among Monitoring, Supervision and Evaluation

4 study hours
  • Compare Monitoring and Supervision
  • Compare Monitoring and Evaluation
Week
7

MODULE II

4h

Unit 9: Understanding Inter-Linkages and Dependencies Between Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation and Supervision

4 study hours
  • Put Planning, Supervision, Monitoring and Evaluation Together as Results-Based Management (RBM)
Week
8

MODULE III

4h

Unit 10: Monitoring and Supervision System

4 study hours
  • Define monitoring and supervision system
  • Explain the Components of monitoring and supervision system
  • Describe the Considerations in setting up a monitoring and supervision system
  • Explain the Characteristics of good monitoring and supervision system
  • Identify the Areas to Be Addressed in Monitoring and Supervision
Week
9

MODULE III

4h

Unit 11: Monitoring and Supervision Indicator

4 study hours
  • Define indicators
  • Explain the Characteristics of a good indicator
  • Identify the types of indicators
  • Understand how to Develop indicators
  • Describe the Guidelines for developing indicators
  • Explain the Qualities of good monitor
Week
10

MODULE III

4h

Unit 12: Principles of Planning, Supervision, Monitoring and Evaluating for Entrepreneurship Development Programmes Results

4 study hours
  • Understand Ownership
  • Understand Engagement of Stakeholders
  • Understand how to Focus on Results
  • Understand how to Focus on Development Effectiveness
Week
11

MODULE III

4h

Unit 13: Monitoring and Supervision Process and Plan

4 study hours
  • Understand Monitoring and Supervision Process
  • Understand Monitoring and Supervision Plan
Week
12

MODULE III

4h

Unit 14: Collection of Data, Analysis and Reporting of Monitoring and Supervision

4 study hours
  • Understand the Scope of Monitoring and Supervision
  • Understand how to Select the Monitoring Approach and Tools
  • Understand how to Obtaining reliable data and information for Monitoring and Supervision
  • Understand Data Collection Methods
  • Understand how to write Monitoring and Supervision Report
Week
13

MODULE III

8h

Unit 15: Use of Monitoring and Supervision Data for Management Action and Decision Making

4 study hours
  • Understand how to Use of Monitoring and Supervision Data in Evaluations
  • Understand how to Use of Monitoring and Supervision Information by Different Stakeholders

Unit 16: Current Trends and Challenges of Monitoring and Supervision

4 study hours
  • Understand the Current Trends and Challenges of Monitoring and Supervision

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a detailed study schedule allocating specific time slots for each module and unit.

2

Focus on understanding the key concepts and principles of planning, monitoring, evaluation, and supervision.

3

Practice applying the concepts to real-world case studies and examples of EDPs.

4

Review all tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and identify areas where you need further clarification.

5

Pay close attention to the inter-linkages and dependencies between planning, monitoring, evaluation, and supervision.

6

Familiarize yourself with the different types of indicators and their application in monitoring project performance.

7

Practice data analysis and interpretation techniques to effectively use monitoring and supervision data for decision-making.

8

Review current trends and challenges in monitoring and supervision to understand the evolving landscape of EDPs.

9

Form study groups with fellow students to discuss challenging concepts and share insights.

10

Prioritize understanding the practical application of monitoring and supervision tools and techniques in EDPs.

11

Focus on understanding the use of monitoring and supervision data for management action and decision making.

12

Review all definitions and objectives of Entrepreneurial Development Programmes (EDP).

13

Understand the principles of planning, supervision, monitoring and evaluating for Entrepreneurship Development Programmes results.

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