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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Implementing & Evaluating Programs: Risks, Data, & Impact

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign via Coursera

Overview

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Effective programs require more than thoughtful planning. They also need strong management, evaluation, and communication strategies. In this course, you'll learn how to develop budgets, manage risk, collect and use evaluation data, communicate outcomes, and build community partnerships. Through practical examples and tools, you'll gain skills that help programs demonstrate impact, improve performance, and achieve long-term sustainability.

Syllabus

  • Budgeting
    • Resources are often limited, making thoughtful budgeting an essential skill. In this module, you'll explore budget types, funding sources, and financial planning strategies that support program goals and priorities.
  • Program Evaluation
    • How do you know whether a program is making a difference? This module introduces the fundamentals of program evaluation, including data collection, evaluation questions, and the use of evidence to improve programs and inform decisions.
  • Risk Management
    • Every program faces uncertainties and challenges. In this module, you'll learn how to identify potential risks, assess their impact, and develop strategies to protect participants, resources, and program outcomes.
  • Program Reporting & Community Collaborations
    • Sharing results and building partnerships can expand a program's reach and effectiveness. In this module, you'll explore ways to communicate program impact, engage different audiences, and develop productive community collaborations.

Taught by

Amy Leman

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