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The National Planning Institute was established in 1960 to improve Egypt’s scientific planning methodology and ideas. The Institute has invited the world’s finest specialists in development and planning to share their expertise and knowledge.

For more than five decades, the Institute’s publications in the field of research addressed all major economic, social, cultural, and knowledge-development challenges.

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    The proposed Professional Master’s Program in Monitoring and Evaluation is the first program to be delivered in Egypt and the Arab region. The Program's content clearly reflects the overlapping between different scientific disciplines. The professional Master's program - in monitoring and evaluation - is considered one of the most significant programs for individuals, institutions and governments, as it will enable its graduates to monitor and evaluate progress in the implementation of projects, programs, plans and policies in terms of the expected outputs, results and effects according to the plans and timelines set for their implementation. Accordignly, the program consists of 15 courses (48 credit hours), which were designed to ensure the relevance and applicability of the program's curriculum in different workplaces. Proceeding from the abovementioned,and in the light of Egypt's adoption to long-term development strategy “Sustainable Development Strategy: Egypt’s Vision 2030”, the need has emerged in the private and public sector, government agencies, civil society organizations, Ministries, the Egyptian Parliament , donors, lenders and other beneficiary groups; to the significance of practical monitoring and evaluation systems, Therefore, INP is preparing national cadres by offering professional Master's degree in "monitoring and evaluation”. It is worth mentioning that the professional Master's Program, in its current form, has been designed to prepare a qualified graduate to the labor market; possessing knowledge and skills that the stakeholders are looking for in all the beneficiaries of the program

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    Introduction

    • The main objective of the program is to develop students' knowledge, and mental, communication and teamwork skills to be able to monitor and evaluate projects, programs, plans and policies. So, by the end of the program, the student will be able to:
    • Understand and grasp the monitoring and evaluation process.
    • Recognize when and how specific monitoring and evaluation tools and techniques are used.
    • Plan, implement and manage the monitoring and evaluation process.
    • Be well-acquainted  with the latest knowledge, skills and competencies  of evaluating projects, policies and programs to ensure obtaining the best expected results.
    • Monitor and evaluate  projects/programs/policies.
    • Prepare and develop monitoring and evaluation reports
    • Overcome obstacles to access effective monitoring and evaluation

    Program learning outcomes:

    At the end of this programme, the student will have the ability to:

    • Demonstrate advanced knowledge and understand of assessment theories and practices.
    • Use of monitoring and evaluation tools/means in analyzing qualitative and quantitative data.
    • Check the validity of using quantitative and qualitative analytical tools to provide project data in a descriptive, predictive and indicative form.
    • Appreciate and value the role of governance, whether by himself/ herselfor with the others, when handling the data, along with evaluating and monitoring on the project/program/plan/policy.
    • Explain different frameworks and approaches/conceptual approaches to monitoring and evaluation
    • Design and develop effective systems and models for monitoring and evaluation
    • Use of Results-Based Management tools to design, plan, monitor and evaluate the project.
    • Identify ways and approaches to overcome obstacles towards achieving effective monitoring and evaluation.
    • Plan and implement consultancy services for monitoring and evaluating to reach customer satisfaction.
    • Build professional profession-relationships with all stakeholders, and make decisions related to investing money in projects.

    Program Graduates’ Attributes:

    The stakeholders involved in the program, and in particular those involved in the labor market, look forward to the need for the graduate of the program to possess a set of attributes and skills that enable him to be distinguished and to obtain a distinct job opportunity in the labor market. The most important of these attributes are the following:

    Understand the theories, foundations, knowledge and concepts in the field of monitoring and evaluation

    1.1

    The graduate possesses intellectual skills through:

    1

    Defining and arranging problems in the monitoring and evaluation profession according to their priorities

    1.2

    Suggesting solutions to the problems encountered during the practice of the monitoring and evaluation profession

    1.3

    Making decisions and assessing the risks associated with practicing the monitoring and evaluation profession

    1.4

    Apply the acquired knowledge and skills in monitoring and evaluating programs, projects, plans and policies

    2.1

    The graduate possesses professional skills through:

    2

    Writing follow-up and evaluation reports of different types and for different decision-making levels

    2.2

    Commitment to work and professional ethics, especially integrity, credibility, and accountability

    2.3

    Mastering different types of effective communication skills

    3.1

    The graduate possesses general and life skills through:

    3

    Practicing teamwork and applying time management

    3.2

    Leading work teams and taking responsibility in different work environments

    3.3

    Efficiency in the use of computers and its specialized programs in the profession of monitoring and evaluation

    3.4

    The necessity of self-development and engaging in continuous education and learning

    3.5

    Study System

    Most of the courses’ program, if not all, will be taught by applying practical and peer learning methodologies through workshops and group work and assigning students to prepare individual and group projects. Thus, creating opportunity for students to learn from each other through exchanging knowledge and experience.

    Students will be asked to conduct applied studies on various entities and institutions, in addition to assigning each second-year student of the program to prepare an applied research (graduation project), under the supervision of specialized professors matchig his priorities and interests, targeting progress of his work as well.

     

    Teaching methods include (but are not limited to) the following:

    • Lectures
    • Updated articles on related issues/topics
    • Multimedia Presentations
    • Group and individual discussions
    • Public / Open Discussions
    • Experts and specialists speakers
    • Workshops
    • Case Studies
    • seminars
    • Learning Resources

    Target Audiance

    • Managers and those who are in charge of evaluating and monitoring in various ministries and government agencies
    • Specialists in evaluating and monitoring plans, policies and programs in the public and private sectors and civil society.
    • Members of the Parialment.
    • Donor staff
    • Researchers and program/project managers in different entities
    • All national and foreign institutions concerned with monitoring and evaluation.
    • All those interested in the field of monitoring and evaluation

    Criteria for joining the program

    Conditions of Admission

    Applicants to the program must meet the requirements for admission to graduate programs, which are defined in the “National Qualifications Framework” established by the Supreme Council of Universities in Egypt. In particular, applicants must:

    • Fulfilling all admission and registration requirements stipulated in the Executive Regulations of the Institute's Law No. 13 of 2015.
    • Obtaining a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized university or higher institute with a general grade of no less than (good).
    • Pass the personal interview
    • Obtaining a score of (500) in the Test of English Language (TOEFL) or a score of (6) in the Test of English Language (IELTS).
    • Work experience (additional advantage for admission)
    • Pay the annual expenses two weeks before the start of studying in the program.
    • The number of accepted students is determined in light of the available human and material resources.
    • It is permissible to add conditions for admission such as years of work experience or taking an entrance examination (oral or written) for new students.

     

     Acceptance Documents

    • Complete the application form for the program
    • The original first university degree certificate or an equivalent certificate from the Supreme Council of Universities.
    • Original certificate of course grades for all university years.
    • A copy of the national ID card for Egyptian students.
    • (6) personal photos.
    • A copy of the residence permit valid for six months from the date of the start of study for non-Egyptians.
    • A photocopy of the passport for non-Egyptian students residing in Egypt, and a completed security residency permit for foreign students coming from abroad.
    • Pay the tuition fees two weeks before the Program’s start date.

    Requirements for obtaining the degree

    To obtain a professional master's degree in monitoring and evaluation, the student must obtain the following:

    • Cumulative GPA (2.4) = (70%) = (good) in the program as a whole.
    • Studying (15) courses with a total of (48) credit hours, the details of which are as follows:

    First: The main Compulsory Courses

    (12) Courses that represent a total of 36 credit hours with 3 hours for each course

    Second: Elective Courses

     (2) Courses that represent a total of 6 credit hours with 3 hours for each course

    Third: Research in the specialty(Applied Research Course)

    (1) Course that represent a total of 6 credit hours with 3 hours for each semester

    Total Credit hours of the program

    48    credit hours

    Study program

    To obtain a professional master's degree in monitoring and evaluation, the student must obtain the following:

    • Cumulative GPA (2.4) = (70%) = (good) in the program as a whole.
    • Studying (15) courses with a total of (48) credit hours, the details of which are as follows:

    First: The main Compulsory Courses

    (12) Courses that represent a total of 36 credit hours with 3 hours for each course

    Second: Elective Courses

     (2) Courses that represent a total of 6 credit hours with 3 hours for each course

    Third: Research in the specialty(Applied Research Course)

    (1) Course that represent a total of 6 credit hours with 3 hours for each semester

    Total Credit hours of the program

    48    credit hours

    Program Semesters

    Core Courses (Compulsory): Level One

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    Statistical Methods/Tools Statistics Methods This course introduces students to basic statistical methods and their application in management, policies, and decision-making. It covers the essential elements of descriptive statistics, univariate and bivariate statistical inference, and introduction to multivariate analysis. In addition to covering statistical theory, and emphasizing on the importance of applied statistics and data analysis by using the software package STATA. The course targets specific types of students, and develops basic analytical skills and adopts a critical approach to reviewing statistical findings and using statistical reasoning in decision-making. This course outlines a detailed theoretical background for those who want to proceed their studies in Statistics. first class View
    Strategic Planning and Sustainable Development This course aims to comprise a new set of goals called the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This ambitious agenda is a call of action to end poverty, protect the earth, and ensure that all people live in a peace and prosperity. In this course, students will learn the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). SDGs include a set of key areas along with detailed goals to ensure the achievement of sustainability till 2030 and beyond. Achieving Sustainable development is not just a challenge for future generations, but it is a global shared responsibility among all the people in both developed and developing countries, from policymakers to normal citizens. Accordingly, this course discusses how to achieve the SDGs and provides an in-depth look on planning for SDG implementation. The topics cover financing, policy development, roles of stakeholders and more. In addition to, Elaboration on the necessary societal transformations to achieve the SDGs. first class View
    Governance and Sustainable Development The main purpose of the course is to examine the ways in which the government, private sector and civil society address environment and development issues on national and international levels through applying better administrative frameworks and models for sustainability. Major issues and concepts covered in the course include: policy making and analysis, good governance and international development, urban management and sustainability, urban governance and learning; gender relevance to governance, managing ecological conflicts and disasters; e-governance and sustainability; and global ecological governance with regard to climate change. These issues are to be tackled through case studies of different countries around the world. first class View
    Fundamentals of Monitoring and Evaluation This course aims at introducing students to monitoring and evaluation (M&E) theories and concepts. It includes the difference between monitoring and evaluation, reasons of its implementation, how both are designed and implemented, and barriers to successful implementation. In addition to identifying factors of success of monitoring and evaluation, and how to use what is learnt from monitoring and evaluation to offer program and policy goals, putting into action in the executive structures. Students are asked to conduct assignments to explore areas of their interest. This course includes: Monitoring and Evaluation Theories; Basic M&E concepts; Comprehensive Framework of monitoring and evaluation; Levels of monitoring and evaluation of responsibilities; Fundamental steps of carrying out Monitoring and Evaluation. first class View

    Core Courses (Compulsory): Level Two

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    Research Methodology in Monitoring and Evaluation This course aims at introducing students to the way of conducting research in the field of monitoring and evaluation. It provides a theoretical background to enable the students conduct empirical studies successfully, using both quantitative and qualitative techniques in data analysis. This course adopts two approaches. The first is a cumulative approach which outlines the theoretical and practical academic content. The second is concerned with the Master’s students’ contribution in the practical life in order to develop their skills needed to have high-quality contribution. It covers topics where each topic contains sections that tackle the core idea of the subject. These sections are taught in a practical manner to evaluate their understanding of the subject. second class View
    Quantitative Methods for Monitoring and Evaluation This course tackles the quantitative or statistical aspects of monitoring and evaluation: what and how to measure, in addition to how to analyzed make inference for the different steps of program’s implementation. The course covers quantitative components of M&E, both current and innovative methods. Topics include questioning the validity of data, constructing statements of work for performance and impact evaluation, conducting T-tests, ANOVA, ANCOVA, matching, difference in differences, regression discontinuity in program evaluation, and disseminating quantitative findings. This course explores quantitative methods in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation. It provides opportunities for students to design quantitative evaluations and apply statistical measures to test hypotheses. Students will explore the use of statistical software in managing and manipulating data and the production of descriptive and analytical reports that meet the guidelines and expectations of professional practitioners in the field. In addition to using various statistical procedures; descriptive statistics, correlation, and graphical representation of data through inferential techniques, variance, and more techniques. second class View
    Project / Program Management In this course the student will learn planning principles and execution methods so projects / programs can be run more effectively and efficiently at your company and in daily life. Therefore, this course covers all aspects of project / programs management including project definition, methods and strategy, resource scheduling and allocation, leadership, managing teams, partnering, minimizing risks, benchmarking project progress and performance, and project shut-down and review. Students use Project Management Software to implement and manage a project / program. Learning through case studies with real-life scenarios will eventually help students to interact and learn how to apply the methodologies and good practices of formal project / programs management. The course highlights the use of the Logical Framework in planning and implementation. second class View
    Qualitative Methods for Monitoring and Evaluation This course focuses on the skills necessary to carry out qualitative data collection for project planning, monitoring, and evaluation activities. It explores the strengths, weaknesses, and uses of qualitative data and analyses the circumstances under which project and programs planners, managers, and evaluators use qualitative methods. Students will learn how to use qualitative data collection techniques used by project planners, managers, and evaluators, including general observation, participant observation, participatory tools, interviews, and focus groups. Students will apply several data collection techniques while collaborating with an organization in their local community. This course provides an overview of qualitative methods and their use in M&E to improve participants’ capacity to conduct high-quality qualitative M&E projects and programs. The course content encompasses the theory, methods, and practical experience necessary to help participants design, implement, and manage qualitative M&E projects and programs. second class View

    Specified Courses: Level Three

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    Practices of Monitoring and Evaluation This course tackles the identification of project results at various level; develop and implement an M&E system. Therefore, the first part of the course discusses the importance of monitoring and evaluation, its place within the project/program cycle and how different stakeholders relate to the process. The course outlines elements that must be considered during the projects and program design in order to put the M&E system in place, such as the theories of change and developing logical models and frameworks for projects and program. The second part of the course identify the main components of monitoring, evaluation, accountability system as well as different strategies and tools of data collection and their relevance to baseline studies, monitoring, project evaluations and impact assessments. The third part will focus on making sense of using, communicating the information gathered through monitoring and evaluation the implementation of the projects or programs to stakeholders. thired class View
    Indicators for Monitoring and Evaluation This course aims at enabling students to assess whether the initiative is being implemented as planned, or is it necessary to adjust the activities to maximize benefit and overcome unanticipated obstacles. Without data on inputs, activities, outputs, outcomes and impacts, it may be impossible to distinguish between projects that are yielding their intended benefits and those that need to be modified or shut down. A set of indicators will address the following levels of measurement. 1) Indicators are used to monitor activities, 2) Describe the outputs of projects, 3) Track outcomes, and 4) Assess whether they are meeting their intended targets or not. Each of these levels of measurement requires tailored indicators that address different facets. This course describes the key differences between activities, outputs, outcomes and impacts, and provides different indicators, and discusses relevant data sources and approaches. It is considered of a great importance to the students to work on developing indicators to monitor and evaluate log-frames of projects/programs. thired class View
    Results-Based Monitoring and Evaluation This course covers the principles and practices for Results- Based Monitoring and Evaluation (RBME); It provides students with skills in setting up and implementing results-based monitoring and evaluation systems. The students will make use of the latest M&E practices including the results and participatory approaches. This course brings learning through practice to get to know the results levels and link it with indicators and techniques for assessing and tracking the progress of a project to achieve long term results. Through practical exercises and group discussion, students learn to link between results-based measurement, monitoring and program evaluation. Time is allocated for practical exercises and informal question and answer sessions around common M&E problem areas. students will be asked to provide additional resources for further study. thired class View
    Applied Research in M & E This course is designed to make students understand the process by which M&E experts respond to M&E problems. As part of the program, students are required to conduct an applied research study in M&E. In this course each student should develop an applied M&E research paper of minimum 12000 and maximum 15,000 words. This research paper tends to Integrate research skills and M&E practices by applying on a current M&E problem. An electronic copy of the completed research paper is to be submitted along with an approved hard copy. The electronic copy should be submitted in Microsoft Word form and copied on a CD. The CD should be labeled with the student's name and title of applied research project. thired class View

    Specified Courses: Level Four

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    Applied Research in M & E This course is designed to make students understand the process by which M&E experts respond to M&E problems. As part of the program, students are required to conduct an applied research study in M&E. In this course each student should develop an applied M&E research paper of minimum 12000 and maximum 15,000 words. This research paper tends to Integrate research skills and M&E practices by applying on a current M&E problem. An electronic copy of the completed research paper is to be submitted along with an approved hard copy. The electronic copy should be submitted in Microsoft Word form and copied on a CD. The CD should be labeled with the student's name and title of applied research project. forth class View
    Project Feasibility Study This course provides students with tools, techniques and resources needed for designing, planning, organizing, monitoring and evaluating projects / programs. Therefore, this course presents the principles of Design, Monitoring and Evaluation (DM&E) Cycle. DM&E is a critical element of projects or programs as it provides the information needed to make decisions for project management, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the interventions and satisfy accountability requirements. This course empowers students with an understanding of the most common processes, tools, techniques, and theories that are necessary to monitor and evaluate a project or program. Through case study exercises and group discussions, participants learn the links between design, monitoring and evaluation of a project/ program. forth class View

    Elective Courses

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    Capacity Building: Theory and Practice This course is designed to provide the students with valuable knowledge and skills that can allow them to get to the market. Capacity development is now broadly recognized as an essential component of any successful process of change and a key factor of effectiveness for international development projects. In 2012, the World Bank Institute reported that donors assigned 30 billion dollars per year on capacity development activities. In this course, students will be given the opportunity to delve into what it means to help people learn and acquire competencies both theoretically and practically. They will also explore the different approaches that are used to develop the capacities of various stakeholders during development interventions. Using case studies and examples from international development projects, students will be acquainted with the factors and challenges influencing the extent to which interventions aiming to increase capacities manage to deliver results or not ,as well as possible solutions to overcome such difficulties. The course also includes a practical component to enable students develop their skills in planning and organizing capacity development interventions that are appropriate to the context and actors involved. forth class View
    Consultancy Skills This course focuses on providing basic knowledge and information about the consultancy, role of the consultant in the development project, characteristics of the consultant that clients seek, reputation of the consultant as the most important way of consultancy services promotion and open questions that could hinder successful consultancy process. The course outlines insight into basic skills necessary to complete the consultancy process. In order to avoid usual traps in the relationship consultant-client, students will be introduced with the consultancy pyramid that ensures satisfied clients and good reputation for the consultants. The course is designed with respect to special needs and problems of development project and implementing agencies. Moreover, students will discuss consulting lessons learned and problems; and end with consulting "Best Practices". forth class View
    Results-based project management: Case studies This course aims at shifting from a focus on the inputs and activities to a focus on the outputs, outcomes, and impact. Results are the changes that can be described and measured and it’s the consequence of a cause-effect relationship. They imply that changes in behaviors, by individuals, groups of people, organizations, government bodies or society, have taken place. This course takes the concepts of RBM and applies it directly to the project management environment, using all the processes and methods that will help development projects achieve the desired results. It is designed for people that have a responsibility to manage or contribute to the results of a project; especially project managers, team members, and program directors. forth class View
    Information System and Project Management This course provides students with a comprehensive introduction to project management in an information technology / information systems context. It will explain the need for project management and the issues associated with managing projects in the IS/IT context. It will explain the key phases of the project management cycle and describe the various tools and methods used in each of those phases. The course will consider both theoretical and practical perspectives and equip you with the necessary skills to be able to better manage or participate in projects. The course assumes no prior experience in project management, but does assume that you are familiar with the systems development lifecycle and have a good understanding of the processes involved in the development of information systems. forth class View
    Project Design, Monitoring and Evaluation This course provides students with tools, techniques and resources needed for designing, planning, organizing, monitoring and evaluating projects or programs or. Therefore, this course presents the principles of Design, Monitoring an Evaluation (DM&E) Cycle. DM&E is a critical element of the projects or programs , as it provides the information needed to make decisions for project management to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the interventions and satisfy accountability requirements. This course will help the students in understanding the most common processes, tools, techniques, and theories that are necessary to monitor and evaluate a project or program. Through case studies and group discussions, participants will learn the links between design, monitoring and project or program evaluation. forth class View

    Professional Master's Program

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      Description

      Institute of National Planning (INP) has been established in 1960 as an academic institute concerned with all fields and issues and planning and development. Institutional structure of INP has been developed so as to enhance its role as a center for scientific thinking (Think Tank) by the Law No. 13 of 2015. Thus, INP is concerned with conducting research and studies, presenting consultations, building cadres through training programs, and granting scientific degrees (Diploma, M. Ph., and Ph. D.) individually or in collaboration with national and foreign universities and centers. The Program of Professional Master in Planning and Sustainable Development is accredited by the Supreme Council of Egyptian Universities, to grant scholars professional skills in preparing, monitoring and evaluating plans, taking objectives of sustainable development into account. The Program mainly concentrates on applied aspects related to different fields of planning and development. The most important scientific and practical outcomes that are expected to be achieved by scholars are as follows: - Preparing strategic and action plans for all planning levels and entities to achieve sustainable development goals, - Preparing budgets related to executing plans, - Conducting feasibility studies and project evaluation, - Proposing indicators for monitoring plans, - Applying approaches and methods of monitoring and Evaluation, and - Writing up reports of monitoring and evaluating plans.

      Program Informations

      Introduction

      The Program of Professional Master in Planning and Sustainable Development is accredited by the Supreme Council of Egyptian Universities, to grant scholars professional skills in preparing, monitoring and evaluating plans, taking objectives of sustainable development into account. The Program mainly concentrates on applied aspects related to different fields of planning and development.

      Study System

      The period of the study is two academic years, each year has two semesters, with two-day study weakly. In most courses, a part is devoted to meetings, workshops and discussions with specialists and executive experts.

      Target Audiance

      • Employees in the fields of planning and development at departments of planning and monitoring in all units of state apparatus, ministries, economic and service agencies, and local administration units. As well as employees at the private and public business sectors.

      Criteria for joining the program

      • A university degree (Bachelor or License) from an acknowledged university or institute.
      • Approval of employer (in case of employment).
      • Knowledge of basic computer programs is preferable.
      • Passing the interview.

      Study program

      The Program is to be executed along two years: the first year is for the general stage, while the second year is for the specialized stage, according to the fields of sustainable development as follows:

      A- First Year: The General Stage (Eight courses). Duration of the stage is eight months.

      B- Second Year: The Specialized Stage (Six courses). Duration of the stage is eight months, including the course of “Applied Research” to prepare a research in one of the planning and development issues with priority as for the scholar interests. A professor is responsible of this course to guide scholars towards the eight specialized scientific centers according to the subject of the applied research.

       

      Specialized groups have been formed on the basis of the three main axes of sustainable development, from which the scholar is to choose one, as follows:

      • Track One:  Planning for Economic Development.
      • Track Two: Planning for Social Development.
      • Track Three :of Environmental Planning.

      Also, the scholar is to choose two of the courses available in the group of elective courses as follows: Economics of Transportation and Energy, Evaluation of Industrial Projects, Evaluation of Agricultural Projects, Evaluation of Service Projects, Knowledge Economics, Social Justice and Development, International Negotiation, International Economic Blocks, Strategic Administration, Management and Decision Support Systems, Development Role of NGOs, Environmental Evaluation of Development Plans and Projects, Natural Resource Management, Planning for Regional Development, and Smart and Sustainable Cities.

      Program Semesters

      First Year(First Semester)

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      Statistical Analysis Basics Teaching this course aims to provide the student with the skills of collecting, presenting and analyzing data in order to extract and draw conclusions about the various phenomena under study. This goal is achieved by studying the following: Introduction to Statistics; Data; Basic Measures of Data; Examples of Probability Distributions and their Applications; Correlation and Regression Coefficients. first class Download View
      Principles of Economics This course mainly aims to introduce the student to the main definitions and basics of economics. This goal is achieved by studying the following: Definition of Economics and Economic Problems; Differentiation between Macroeconomics and Microeconomics; Basic Economic Concepts at the Macro Level; Economic Policies (Fiscal, Monetary, Trade and Investment Policies); Unemployment and Inflation; Exchange Rates and Balance of Payments; Important Economic Theories in Achieving Equilibrium (Classical Model, Keynesian Model, IS-LM Model); Analysis of Consumer Behavior; Analysis of Producer Behavior; Analysis of Cost Concept; Analysis of the Concept of Cost and Benefit; Analysis of Markets (Full Competition, Monopolistic Competition, Monopoly Markets, and Oligopoly Markets). first class Download View
      Principles of Development This course aims mainly at the student's study of the basic issues related to development, and this goal is achieved by studying the following: Evolution of "Development Concepts and its indicators"; Strategies and Policies of Development; Role of Governance in Enhancing Sustainable Development; Development in Egypt: Overview of Sustainable Development Strategy: Egypt Vision 2030; Comparing The Egyptian Development experience with other Countries. first class Download View
      Preparation of Sustainable Development Plans This course mainly aims to introduce the student to development planning, its levels and types, and how to evaluate it. This goal is achieved by studying the following: Methods and Levels of Planning; Tools of Preparing Development Plans; Monitoring Development Plans; Evaluating Development Plans; Studying the Egyptian Experience Development in planning.

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      First Year(Second Semester)

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      Feasibility Studies and Project Evaluation This course aims to deepen the student's understanding of the various economic, social, environmental and financial aspects of feasibility studies and project evaluation. It also aims to familiarize the student with the scientific bases of projects’ economic feasibility studies, especially the foundations of project-related costs and returns analysis. This goal is achieved by studying: Concept of Project and its Life-Cycle; Market Studies and Demand Forecasting; Technical Aspects of Projects Preparation; Costs of Investment Projects; Projects Finance; Analysis and Economic Evaluation of the Project; Measuring Potential Results and Risks of the Project; Case study. first class Download View
      Public Budgets and Plans The course mainly aims to deepen the student's understanding of the government budget and highlights its importance and the basic principles of its preparation. This goal is achieved by studying the following: Concept and Importance of the Government Budget; Principles and Objectives of Preparing the Government Budget; Types of Budgets (Items Budget, Program and Performance Budget, Zero Budget); Presenting sample of International Experiences; Government Budget and Roles of Different Authorities; Principles and Bases of Financial Decentralization; Analysis of Budgets and State Development Plans; Reading the State’s General Budget proposal; The Relationship Between Annual plans and State Budgets. first class Download View
      Research Methodology The course aims to familiarize the student with scientific research methods, research sources and references, and acquire the skill of research techniques. This goal is achieved through studying: Concept and Importance of Scientific Research; Concepts and Basic Terms; Ethics of Scientific Research and Researcher superiority level; Stages and Conditions of Scientific Research; Methodologies of Scientific Research; Methods and Sources of Data Collection; Methods of presenting Information; Fundamentals and Rules of Writing Scientific Research; Scientific Documentation of Research Sources and References; Identification of a Research field; Preparing a Scientific Research Proposal that fulfill the formatting and scientific steps. first class Download View
      Future Studies The course aims to familiarize the student with everything related to future studies by studying the following topics: Historical Contexts of Future Studies; The Relationship between Future Studies, Sustainable Development and Long-Term Planning; The Basic roles to enhance Future Studies’ contribution in Development and Society; Summary of lessons learnt on the Role of Future Studies and Strategic Planning in Developing Institutions (Open-ended Brain Storming) first class Download View

      Second Year)First Semester: Planning for Economic Development)

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      Educational Planning This course aims to provide the student with planning skills for education and deepen his/her understanding of the monitoring and evaluation of educational plans. This project is achieved by studying the following: Education Planning; Education Planning Agencies and Levels of Taking Educational Decisions; Educational Data, Information and Indicators; Education Plan; Implementing Educational Plans; Monitoring Educational Plans; Evaluating Educational Plans. second class Download View
      Health Planning This course aims to develop students' ability to understand the Egyptian health system by studying: Components of the Egyptian Health system; Properties of Community Environment Components and its Relation to the Health System; Estimation of Demand for Health Services; Research Methodologies for Health Planning; System of Comprehensive Social and medical Insurance and its Relation to the Egyptian Health System. second class Download View
      Cultural Planning This course aims to deepen the student's understanding of the concepts, objectives, importance and characteristics of culture, by studying the following topics: Concept of Culture; Importance of Culture; Objectives of Culture; Characteristics of Culture; Culture and National Identity; Culture and the Egyptian Personality; Cultural Planning; Tools of Cultural Planning; Dimensions of Cultural Planning; Levels of Educational Plans Preparation; Stages of Preparing Educational Plans; Mechanisms of Successful Implementation of Educational Plans; Mechanisms of Monitoring and Evaluating Educational Plans; Successful International Experiences of Cultural Planning. second class Download View

      Second Year)First Semester:Environmental Planning

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      Environmental Planning This course aims to deepen the student's understanding of the relationship between environment and development by studying the following topics: The Environment and Development Relationship; Environmental Planning; Case Studies and Seminars; Tools and Fundamentals of Environmental Planning; Case Studies and Seminars; Future Trends and Updates in Environmental Planning. second class Download View
      Environmental Economics This course aims to introduce the student to the basic concepts and analytical tools of environmental economics, by studying these topics: Basic Concepts and The Analytical Tools of Environmental Economics; Tools of Environmental Economics; Case Studies and Seminars; Studying Economics of Environmental Life; Environmental Issues on National Level; Case Studies and Seminars; Environmental Issues on The International Level; Case Studies and Seminars. second class Download View
      Accounting of Natural and Environmental Resources This course aims to introduce the student to the concepts and objectives of accounting for natural and environmental resources. This goal is achieved by studying the following topics: Accounting Measurement of Non-Renewable Resources; Accounting Measurement of Renewable Resources; Accounting Disclosure of Consumption of Natural and Environmental Renewable and Non-Renewable Resources; Updates in Natural and Environmental Resources Accounting. second class Download View

      Second Year: (Second Semester)

      Title Aims Class Attachements URl
      Research Project second class View
      Management and Decision Support Systems The course aims to introduce the student to the concept of management support system, and this goal is achieved by studying the following: Concept of Management Support System; Management, Decision Making, and Types of Decision Support Systems; Artificial Intelligence, Expert Systems, Data Stores, Data Mining; Decision Models; Project Management Models; Forecasting Models; Ideal Models; Simulation Models. second class Download View
      Smart and Sustainable Cities This course aims to introduce the student to basic concepts in urban development, sustainable cities and smart cities. This goal is achieved by studying the following: Basic Concepts; Methodology of Planning Sustainable and Smart Cities; Comprehensive System of Planning Land Use for Sustainable and Smart Cities; Planning Guides and Criteria for Sustainable Cities. second class Download View
      Evaluation of Services Projects This course aims to introduce the terms, concepts and methods of evaluating service projects. This goal is achieved by studying the following: Defining Terms, Concepts and Methods of Evaluating Service Projects; Data, Information and Knowledge to Evaluate Service Projects: Types, Patterns and Sources; Evaluation of Organizational Aspects of Service Projects: Vision, Mission and Organizational Structure; Evaluation of Technical Aspects: Inputs, Processes and Outputs; Inspection, Monitoring and Evaluation of Service Projects. second class Download View
      Strategic Management This course aims to introduce the student to the concepts, tools and foundations of strategic management, and this goal is achieved through the study of: Strategic Management: Concepts, Fundamentals and Tools; Levels of Strategic Management and Strategy Formulation; Questions, Experiences and Lessons Learnt; Role of Strategic Management in Enhancing Sustainability in Societies, Economies and Organizations; Open-ended Brain Storming. second class Download View

      Professional Master's Program

      (Planning for Sustainable Development)

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      Start Date

      Thursday 26 July 2018

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      Wednesday, July 26, 2023

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      Wednesday 01, August, 2018

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        The National Planning Institute was established in 1960 to improve Egypt’s scientific planning methodology and ideas. The Institute has invited the world’s finest specialists in development and planning to share their expertise and knowledge.

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              Capacity building is the integral mission of the Institute of National Planning. Over the course of more than 60 years, the institute has developed numerous outstanding training programs, creating many skilled professionals who have effectively contributed to the knowledge-based economy in Egypt, the Arab world, and Africa.

              The INP takes pride in its extensive experience and commitment to empowering individuals and organizations. The INP strives to be the primary destination for comprehensive training in the fields of planning and development.

               

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              Knowledge, capacity building, and skill development are among the key drivers of growth and development. Thus, our programs at the Institute of National Planning are carefully designed to align with the best international practices in training. They aim to provide trainees with the necessary tools and insights to address contemporary challenges and seize opportunities across various fields.

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              One factor contributing to our excellence is our exceptional team of trainers and experts, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience. Our trainers possess practical experience and rich and diverse academic knowledge of all academic degrees that qualifies them to integrate real-world applications into the training content.

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              Through a wide range of training programs specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals at various stages of their professional lives and both government and private institutions, as well as civil society organizations, seeking to enhance the capabilities of their personnel in planning and development. The programs offered include courses, workshops, seminars, specialized diplomas, and executive certificates with flexible schedules, catering to the diverse needs of participants with the submission of accredited certificates indicating the passing of the offered programs.

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