Workshop on
Research Methods, Data Analysis, Interpretation,
and Technical Report Writing for DFIs
- July 15 - 18, 2024. 08:30 am to 12:00 pm GMT each day
- English
- Virtual
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Overview
Research is an integral activity in the work of various units in development finance institutions. Effective research is useful in preparing and analyzing feasibility reports, business plans, investment studies, project preparation, project analysis, and financial analysis, and providing input for business and investment decisions. Good research is also useful in communicating information to stakeholders. Therefore, good research skills cannot be overemphasized for professionals in development finance institutions.
The workshop is designed to improve knowledge and practical research skills that are essential for DFIs’ operations. The program will enhance skills in gathering, recording, analyzing, and interpreting data and improve the competence of participants in writing professional reports projects/proposals.
By the end of the program, the participants will be able to
– understand the major research methods and techniques useful to DFIs,
– write an executive summary that highlights reports main ideas,
– acquire an improved understanding of quantitative and qualitative research,
– choose appropriate visuals such as charts, graphs, and tables to present figures,
– write a research report, present research outcome in a clear and concise report,
– analyze and interpret data,
– improve skill in the professional presentation of reports.
Course Content
The training will revolve around the following sub-themes:
– Essentials of research in development finance institutions
– Research methods in development finance
– Process and stages in carrying out research
– Quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
– Microsoft tools in research and presentation of research findings
– Presentation of research finding
– Data analysis and interpretation
– Communicating research findings
– Report writing
– Practical exercises
– Presentation skills
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Target Group
Economists, Research Analyst, Officials from Research, Business Development, Corporate Communication Departments, Investment and Financial Analysts, Portfolio Officers, and all those interested in improving their research and report writing skills.
Registration Fees
AADFI Member Institutions
€350 per delegate
Non-AADFI Member Institutions
€450 per delegate