Advanced M&E Indicators, KPIs, Baselines & Performance Measurement Course
The Advanced M&E Indicators, KPIs, Baselines & Performance Measurement Course is a 5-day professional training programme delivered in-person or online in Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL), ending with a TrustGate Corporate Skills certificate of completion.
This specialist programme focuses on the design, selection and effective use of M&E indicators, KPIs, baselines, targets and performance measures to strengthen organisational, programme and project performance. Participants learn how to develop practical measurement systems th...
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Course Overview
Learning Objectives
- Develop quality M&E indicators.
- Develop strategic and operational KPIs.
- Establish baselines.
- Set appropriate targets.
- Develop indicator reference sheets.
- Measure outputs and outcomes.
- Analyse performance trends.
- Identify performance gaps.
- Develop performance dashboards.
- Improve performance reporting.
Course Content
- Measurement concepts
- Indicators
- Performance measures
- Measurement principles
- Input indicators
- Output indicators
- Outcome indicators
- Impact indicators
- Specific indicators
- Measurable indicators
- Achievable indicators
- Relevant and time-bound indicators
- Strategic KPIs
- Operational KPIs
- KPI selection
- KPI governance
- Baseline concepts
- Baseline studies
- Baseline data
- Baseline interpretation
- Target setting
- Performance thresholds
- Milestones
- Target review
- Definitions
- Calculation methods
- Data sources
- Responsibilities
- Trend analysis
- Variance analysis
- Performance gaps
- Corrective action
- Dashboard principles
- KPI visualisation
- Performance displays
- Management dashboards
- KPI reporting
- Results narratives
- Executive reporting
- Continuous improvement
Who Should Attend?
- M&E Officers
- MEL Managers
- Performance Managers
- Planning Officers
- Programme Managers
- Strategy Professionals
- Government Officials
- NGO Professionals
Training Methodology
- Indicator-development workshops
- KPI exercises
- Case studies
- Baseline exercises
- Target-setting activities
- Dashboard exercises
- Group assignments
- Peer review
- Performance scenarios
- Practical presentations
Your facilitator
Mr Elisha Otieno
MERL Specialist and Professional , statistician, Data & AI Analytics Consultant, Trainer with 20+ years of experience across statistics, data analytics, monitoring, evaluation, research, learning, data systems and digital transformation. Experienced in translating complex analytical, AI and MERL concepts into practical, decision-oriented solutions for government institutions, financial institutions, NGOs, international development organisations, research teams and professional audiences. Has del
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Certification
Certificate of Professional Training in Advanced M&E Indicators, KPIs, Baselines & Performance Measurement
Issued by: TRUSTGATE CORPORATE SKILLS
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Advanced M&E Indicators, KPIs, Baselines & Performance Measurement Course training?
The Advanced M&E Indicators, KPIs, Baselines & Performance Measurement Course runs for 5 Days. Each day combines expert-led teaching with practical, hands-on exercises so participants can apply what they learn immediately.
Is the Advanced M&E Indicators, KPIs, Baselines & Performance Measurement Course delivered online or in-person?
This course is delivered in person (scheduled venues include Nairobi, Mombasa, London, Kigali), live online, or in-house at your organisation.
How much does the Advanced M&E Indicators, KPIs, Baselines & Performance Measurement Course cost?
The fee is US$600 per person online and US$1,400 per person in person. In-person fees depend on the participant's country; the pricing card on this page shows the fee for yours.
When is the next Advanced M&E Indicators, KPIs, Baselines & Performance Measurement Course training?
A session is running now, from 2 November 2026 to 6 November 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya. The next one runs from 23 November 2026 to 27 November 2026 in Mombasa, Kenya. You can also request a custom date or an in-house session for your team.
Do I get a certificate after completing the Advanced M&E Indicators, KPIs, Baselines & Performance Measurement Course?
Yes. Participants who complete the Advanced M&E Indicators, KPIs, Baselines & Performance Measurement Course receive a certificate of completion from TRUSTGATE CORPORATE SKILLS.
What will I learn in the Advanced M&E Indicators, KPIs, Baselines & Performance Measurement Course?
Key learning outcomes include: Develop quality M&E indicators; Develop strategic and operational KPIs; Establish baselines; Set appropriate targets; Develop indicator reference sheets.
