Built for institutional application
Courses in this area are designed to move beyond theory and support practical decision-making, implementation, reporting and institutional improvement.
Core Training Area
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management
Research design, evidence generation, data use, knowledge systems, learning and decision-support for institutions and programmes.
Annual training calendar available on request
Interested organisations may request the annual training calendar after submitting their contact details and training interest.
Adaptable to sector needs
Content can be tailored for public institutions, development partners, private organisations, boards, committees and programme teams.
Area Course Finder
Search within Research & Evidence courses.
Use the search and filters below to find a specific programme within this training area.
Courses
15 courses in this area
Browse the available programmes below, or request a customised in-house version for your institution.
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Research Design and Methodology for Institutions
A practical course on research design and methodology for institutions designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise research design and methodology for institutions within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of research design and methodology for institutions
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Evidence Generation for Policy and Programme Decisions
A practical course on evidence generation for policy and programme decisions designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise evidence generation for policy and programme decisions within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of evidence generation for policy and programme decisions
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Data Collection Tools and Fieldwork Management
A practical course on data collection tools and fieldwork management designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise data collection tools and fieldwork management within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of data collection tools and fieldwork management
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis
A practical course on qualitative research methods and analysis designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise qualitative research methods and analysis within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of qualitative research methods and analysis
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Quantitative Data Analysis for Programme Teams
A practical course on quantitative data analysis for programme teams designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise quantitative data analysis for programme teams within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of quantitative data analysis for programme teams
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Survey Design and Implementation
A practical course on survey design and implementation designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise survey design and implementation within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of survey design and implementation
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Baseline, Midline and Endline Study Management
A practical course on baseline, midline and endline study management designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise baseline, midline and endline study management within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of baseline, midline and endline study management
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Data Interpretation and Decision-Making
A practical course on data interpretation and decision-making designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise data interpretation and decision-making within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of data interpretation and decision-making
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Evidence Synthesis and Policy Brief Development
A practical course on evidence synthesis and policy brief development designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise evidence synthesis and policy brief development within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of evidence synthesis and policy brief development
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Knowledge Management Systems for Institutions
A practical course on knowledge management systems for institutions designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise knowledge management systems for institutions within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of knowledge management systems for institutions
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Learning Agendas and Adaptive Management
A practical course on learning agendas and adaptive management designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise learning agendas and adaptive management within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of learning agendas and adaptive management
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Research Ethics and Data Quality Assurance
A practical course on research ethics and data quality assurance designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise research ethics and data quality assurance within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of research ethics and data quality assurance
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Reporting Research Findings for Decision-Makers
A practical course on reporting research findings for decision-makers designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise reporting research findings for decision-makers within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of reporting research findings for decision-makers
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Data Visualisation and Dashboard Reporting
A practical course on data visualisation and dashboard reporting designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise data visualisation and dashboard reporting within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of data visualisation and dashboard reporting
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Research, Evidence, Data & Knowledge Management3 Days
Institutional Learning, Documentation and Knowledge Sharing
A practical course on institutional learning, documentation and knowledge sharing designed to strengthen institutional capability, implementation discipline and measurable results.
In-PersonVirtualBlendedIn-House
View Course Details
Course Overview
This course supports participants to understand, apply and operationalise institutional learning, documentation and knowledge sharing within institutional, programme or sector contexts. It combines practical instruction, applied examples and implementation-focused learning.
Who Should Attend
- Programme Teams
- Technical Officers
- Senior Managers
- Communication Teams
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and institutional relevance of institutional learning, documentation and knowledge sharing
- Apply practical tools, methods and decision frameworks
- Develop implementation, reporting and improvement actions
Modules / Topics Covered
- Research design
- Evidence generation
- Data interpretation
- Knowledge management and learning
Expected Outcomes
- Improved evidence use
- Better data-informed decision-making
- Stronger knowledge systems
Scheduled Intakes
March • June • September • November 2026
Custom Training
Need this area customised for your institution?
SP&L can tailor course content, duration, case studies, facilitation approach and reporting to suit your team, board, committee or programme.
Request Custom Training