The MEAL department focuses on systems and tools used to track project progress, measure impact, and improve program effectiveness. Learners gain practical skills in developing indicators, collecting and analyzing data, evaluating project outcomes, and ensuring accountability to beneficiaries and donors. The courses also emphasize learning from project experiences to improve future interventions.

Introduction to MEAL

This course introduces learners to the essential concepts and practical tools of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) — the backbone of effective NGO and humanitarian program management. Through a blend of micro-lectures, real-world case studies, interactive activities, and practical exercises, learners will gain the foundational knowledge to contribute meaningfully to MEAL processes in their organizations.

The course draws on examples from organizations such as OXFAM, Save the Children, UNHCR, IRC, and local NGOs across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, making learning immediately relevant and contextually grounded.