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Stellenbosch University

Master of Philosophy in Monitoring and Evaluation

The Master of Philosophy in Monitoring and Evaluation in Business and Management is offered by Stellenbosch University.

Program Length: 4 YEARS.

Master of Philosophy in Monitoring and Evaluation offered by the Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences

The MPhil programme focuses on the history and theory of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) as a developing 'discipline' in its own right, which is practised within various contexts. M&E has its own approaches and models, own sets of designs and methodologies and own domains of implementation.

The programme is unique in its dedicated focus on the theory, methodology and practice of monitoring and evaluation. Students complete eight (six compulsory and two optional) modules, as well as a research assignment.

The programme focuses as a whole on accurate and systematic monitoring and evaluation in both the private and public sectors.

You obtain the Master's degree with the completion of eight modules of 15 credits each and a research assignment of 60 credits.

Curriculum
Compulsory Modules

• Data Collection and Data Management for Evaluation (15)
• Evaluation Theory (15)
• Indicators and Measurement for Evaluation (15)
• Impact Evaluation Design (15)
• Qualitative Analysis for Evaluation Data (15)
• Statistics for Evaluation (15)
• Research Assignment (Monitoring and Evaluation) (60)
• The Managing of a Monitoring and Evaluation Portfolio

Elective Modules

Choose one of the following modules.

• Evaluation in the Public Sector (15)
• Evaluation of Public Health Interventions (15)
• African Evaluation Case Studies (15)
• Politics and Ethics of Evaluation (15)

Assessment and Examination

Structured course work modules are assessed by means of tests, essays, reading assignments, group and individual participation, and practical assignments. The research assignment is assessed according to the standard procedures of the University.