Global Health Monitoring and Evaluation, Certificate

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‌‌This 12-credit post-baccalaureate certificate program uses online facilitation to help advance your career in the field of Global Health.

Are you eager to design, monitor, and evaluate health programs while mastering systematic methods for project assessment, data collection, analysis, and dissemination? In today's dynamic global landscape, the ability to effectively monitor and evaluate programs is essential for achieving impactful results. This course equips you with the skills to design, implement, and manage comprehensive monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems.

Global Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) is crucial for the success of any health program. M&E enables you to track progress, showcase achievements, and identify areas for improvement. By completing this course, you will gain a deep understanding of the tools needed to develop and implement robust M&E frameworks for global health.

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Program Details

Class Format

Online, Full Time, Part Time, Asynchronous

Asynchronous learning means that learning takes place at all different times for students enrolled in a course.

Program Length

12 months

Credits to Complete

12

Cost/Credit Hour

In State: $769
Out of State: $994

  • Online application
  • $75 application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • 300–500 word essay
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • CV or resume

Dates & Deadlines

Fall Deadline: July 1

Why this Program is Essential

Our Global Monitoring and Evaluation course bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Participants will be equipped to design robust M&E systems, analyze data effectively, and communicate findings to drive program performance and impact improvements. The course emphasizes the importance of contextual understanding and stakeholder engagement, ensuring that M&E activities are relevant, sustainable, and impactful.

Maximum Flexibility

  • Online Asynchronous Learning: Flexible learning that accommodates your schedule.
  • Reflective Activities: Encourage self-assessment and insights.
  • Multi-media Presentations: Engage with diverse content through multi-media resources.
  • Supplementary Materials: Access additional resources and references to deepen your understanding.
  • Real-time Interactive Case Studies: Participate in synchronous sessions for practical application and discussion.

Program Completion Timeline

  • All courses will be offered at least once each year to enable you to complete the program within 9 months. 
  • Although most students complete the program 1 year, you will be allowed up to three years to complete the program.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, you will be able to do the following:

  • Comprehend M&E Systems: Develop a deep understanding of monitoring and evaluation systems and their components.
  • Apply Evaluation Frameworks: Utilize various evaluation frameworks and models to assess program performance and impact.
  • Design M&E Plans: Create comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plans tailored to specific programs and contexts.
  • Analyze Data: Use qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques to interpret M&E data and inform decision-making.
  • Engage Stakeholders: Effectively engage stakeholders in the M&E process to ensure relevance and sustainability.
  • Communicate Results: Present M&E findings in clear, actionable ways to different audiences, including policymakers, practitioners, and the community.

Course Objectives

The course will strengthen the ability of learners to;

  • Select Appropriate Evaluations: Identify and choose the type of evaluation suitable for different stages of program development.
  • Develop Theory of Change: Specify a program's theory of change, including building a needs assessment and logic framework.
  • Implement Data Collection Methods: Recognize and apply relevant data collection methods tailored to specific M&E contexts.
  • Design M&E Plans: Create a detailed monitoring and evaluation plan for global health initiatives.
  • Engage Communities in Dissemination: Develop strategies to involve practice and policy communities in disseminating evaluation results and promoting program and policy changes.
  • Evaluate M&E Resources: Critically examine and assess existing M&E resources for their alignment with global health values, ensuring consistency and ethical standards.

The Global M&E online post-baccalaureate certificate program is designed to equip participants with a robust set of skills essential for success in global and local contexts. By focusing on areas such as reflective practice, critical thinking, and stakeholder engagement, the program prepares learners to lead with impact, drive meaningful change, and effectively communicate their findings to shape policies and improve programs worldwide.

Learner Skills Development

Participants will develop skills in:

  • Reflective Practice
  • Evidence-based Research
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
  • Policy and Advocacy
  • Leadership and Management
  • Community and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Program Evaluation and Improvement
  • Communication and Dissemination Practices

Implementation Outcomes

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

  • Design and manage M&E systems for real-world global programs.
  • Apply theories, models, and frameworks to local and global contexts.
  • Foster sustainable program outcomes through effective stakeholder engagement.
  • Communicate M&E findings to drive policy and programmatic changes.

Are you ready to elevate your impact in global health? Enroll in this Global Monitoring and Evaluation program and become a leader in monitoring and evaluating global health programs, transforming evidence into practice. Whether you are a recent graduate, researcher, healthcare professional, or policymaker, this course will empower you to make a tangible impact on health outcomes.

Global Health Monitoring and Evaluation

Admissions

Arielle Faulkner
Admissions Counselor
afaulkner@umaryland.edu 
410-706-7132 

Academics

Dr. Peter Memiah, Dr.Ph., MSc.
Program Director
petermemiah@umaryland.edu 

                                                                        

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    This interprofessional, university-wide global health program offers courses taught by faculty from across the different UMB schools (University of Maryland Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Law, Pharmacy, Dentistry, and Social Work.

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